Maryellen H. Hassinger '77, M'85 & Michael Byrne '77
Jean S. Natale '74 & Robert L. Carl '71
Chester County Bar Association
Marlene Cipriani
Kelly J. Cogill '97
Dorothy A. DAntonio '77 & David H. Conner*
A. Peter Costanza '57
Katelyn Gallagher '19, M'24 & Brian W. Cox, Jr '14, M'21
Denise Dorn
Mark Drochek '86 & Julie Drochek '86
Coleman & John D. Fetters
Robert Fisher
Kristen & Patrick Geubtner
Christine '19 & Christopher L. Hanning
Kristine Moyer Higgins '83 & Robert Higgins
Jason Hueber
George Hueber
If Not For Music
J.W. Pepper & Son, Inc.
Marc Jacoby
Jobsite Products Inc.
Michael K. Kiehner '71
Jodi & Gerald B. Kosmin
David Lanton
Sidney Lariar
Lehigh Valley Community Foundation
Elizabeth & Stephen R. Leonard '72, M'80
Ovidiu Marinescu
Anthony Marzulli '76
Alan D. & Nia B. McCall
Darleen D. & Wallace J. Milligan
Paula & Paul C. Mitchell '65
Kimberly D. Cizerle and James W. Moore
Sean C. Moran '14
Richard Mumford
Music for All, Inc.
Dr. Tahany Naggar and Dr. Ali Naggar*
Charlotte D. Meserve '89 & Peter N. Paulsen '84
Peak Group Travel
Peak Performance Services, Inc.
Penncrest Band
Donald Pflieger M'73
Presser Foundation
Edward T. Purcell
Mary Berridge Rook
Robert V. Rhoades '64
Tracy S. Staikides '91 & Mark D. Sammarone '84
Lucy J. Shughart '94 & Marty Schlenker
Roxanne Shust- Santone
Kathe Sobczak
Carolyn Southall
Catherine Stauss
Student Government Association
Student Services Inc.
Carol Thomas
Ann Herold Trexler '59 & Donald Trexler
Lorraine Tucker
Gloria M. Galante '83 & Fred Vandenberg
Colleen & John Villella '76, M'82
Vivace Productions Inc.
Russell Walbert
Melissa Warner
Mark Wible
Elizabeth J. Noble '60 M'66 & Richard G. Wells '58
Joanne M. Noble '55 & James R. Wells '54
Thomas Winters
Lynda & John P. Yonkunas
Carol & Joseph J. Yozviak
Elizabeth L. Pfaffle & Andrew J. Yozviak '91
Zildjian
*deceased
West Chester University, Wells School of Music, and West Chester University Foundation would like to thank the following donors for their individual gifts of over $1,000 to the Wells School of Music program between 2024 and 2025. We would also like to thank those donors who have chosen to remain anonymous.
elcome to the 2025-2026 Wells School of Music Concert
We are thrilled to present another jam-packed year showcasing our incredible faculty and talented students. On the cover we have featured our choral group Oriana Chorale conducted by Dr. Kimberly Dunn Adams, Director of Choral Activities. West Chester University has a long choral tradition going back over 100 years! For those that may not remember, we celebrated our 100th annual Holiday Program in 2021. Please consider attending in person or online the many fantastic choral programs that will be offered this season.
In other news, we have a new faculty member. Dr. Sarah Gulish will join us as an Assistant Professor in our Music Education and Music Therapy Department. Although she has been teaching at WCU part-time for a few years now, we are excited to have her join our full-time faculty complement. Welcome Sarah! Her hiring comes at a perfect time as we launch our newly designed MM in Music Education degree and our Summer Music Institute. This summer we are serving over 200 public school teachers enrolled in our various courses and workshops.
Below you will see a photograph of our 2024-2025 music scholarship recipients. We are so grateful to the many donors who support our programs! Donors make it possible for us to meet our student’s financial needs and offer various opportunities to enhance their educational experience! Please consider donating to one of our many scholarships programs.
It is an exciting time to be at the Wells School of Music at West Chester University! I hope you will join us by attending the exceptional programming we offer throughout the year. As I always say, there are few places where you can experience visual and performing arts in outstanding performance venues like West Chester University. We hope to see you soon!
—Dr. Christopher Hanning, Dean
MADELEINE WING ADLER CONCERT SERIES
Named for former WCU President Madeleine Wing Adler, a champion of the arts throughout her 1992-2008 tenure as WCU’s president, this series includes performances by some of our advanced Wells School of Music students. These events showcase our incredibly talented music students, while upholding Dr. Adler's vision for fostering excellence in the arts. The November 2025 and March 2026 scholarship competitions take place in the Ware Family Recital Hall. The December 2025 and April 2026 Convocation Recitals take place in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre.
FALL
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 11:00 AM: Sophomore Instrumental Scholarship Competition
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 11:00 AM: WSOM Fall Convocation Recital
SPRING
TUESDAY, MARCH 31, 11:00 AM:
S. Powell Middleton Freshman Instrumental Scholarship Competition
THURSDAY, APRIL 30, 11:00 AM:
WSOM Spring Convocation Recital
For weekday daytime events, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to obtain a parking pass via email.
104TH ANNUAL
HOLIDAY PROGRAM
DIRECTOR
Jonathan Ragonese
The annual Holiday Program has been a staple of the West Chester University holiday season since its inception in 1921 and remains a focal point of the community. This year’s concert brings the magic of the season to new heights with our symphony orchestra, combined choirs, Criterions, and the WCU Pops orchestra.
DECEMBER 6, 2025, 3:00 PM
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
ASSIGNED SEATING TICKETS: $15 WCUPATIX.COM
Joseph Galdi, ’24 Honor Soloist
VISITING ARTISTS & GUEST ARTIST RECITALS
The Wells School of Music is proud to host a diverse range of accomplished guest artists who offer master classes, lectures, and recitals. These events provide a unique opportunity to learn from experienced professionals and gain valuable insights into the world of music. We also celebrate the inspiring artists who have graced our stages, leaving a lasting impact on our students and community. Join us for an enriching experience that continues to educate, inspire, and elevate.
2024–2025 VISITING ARTIST SPOTLIGHTS
Julianne Baird – Renowned expert in Baroque ornamentation
Alexander Claffy – Noted jazz bassist and recording artist
Bill Goodwin – Grammy® Award-winning jazz drummer
Mark Katz – Distinguished musicologist, UNC Chapel Hill
Dave Kikoski – Grammy® Award-winning jazz pianist
Jeff “Tain” Watts – Legendary jazz drummer
Steve Wilson – Prominent jazz saxophonist and educator
Nancy Zeltsman – Internationally renowned marimbist, 2022 Percussive Arts Society Hall of Fame inductee
2025-2026 VISITING ARTISTS
Juan Álamo – Professor of Percussion, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Tina Chancey – Multi-instrumentalist specializing in early bowed strings (pardessus de viole, viola da gamba, vielle)
Dwayne Dolphin – Electric and Piccolo Bassist
Mark Dover – Grammy® Award-winning clarinetist
Harrisburg Jazz Collective
Roger Humphries – Drummer
Matthew Lau – Award-winning percussionist and contemporary music specialist
Diane Monroe – Celebrated violinist
Donald Nally– Four-time Grammy® Award-winning conductor
Dylan Owen – Alternative hip-hop artist and storyteller
Joanna Pascale – Vocalist, faculty at the University of Pennsylvania
Pathos Trio – Contemporary classical ensemble blending percussion and piano
Dennis Shrock – Internationally renowned scholar in early music performance practice
Hyun Sook Tekin – Pianist
Frank Ticheli – Composer
Aaron Trumbore – Instructor of Percussion, James Madison University
United States Navy Band Brass Quintet
GUEST ARTIST RECITALS
SEPTEMBER 4, 11:00 AM
HYUN SOOK TEKIN, PIANO*
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Dr. Hyun Sook Tekin, born in Daegu, South Korea, is a distinguished pianist and professor. She began her musical studies at age six and continued her education in Germany, earning a master's degree. Dr. Tekin has performed internationally, released four CD albums, and served as the artistic director of the International Istanbul Piano Festival. She has held academic positions at Marmara State University and Bahcesehir University. We are pleased to have her share her extensive musical knowledge with our students.
*This event is closed to the public
MARCH 16, 7:30 PM
FACULTY AND GUEST ARTIST RECITAL
MATTHEW LAU, PERCUSSION
STEPHEN NG, TENOR
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Identity
Immerse yourself in Identity–a multimedia vibraphone recital featuring custom cinematic visuals and electronics, showcasing the instrument’s versatility through iconic repertoire alongside new works such as Sonnets for tenor by Robert Honstein.
VISITING ARTISTS & GUEST RECITALS
United States Navy Band Brass Quintet
Dylan Owen
Photo Credit: Thomas Ford Flynn
Hyun Sook Tekin
Frank Ticheli
FACULTY RECITALS
Dalí Quartet WCU Quartet-in-Residence
FACULTY RECITALS
SEPTEMBER 8, 7:30 PM
RALPH SORRENTINO, PERCUSSION
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
SEPTEMBER 14, 3:00 PM
CARL CRANMER, PIANO
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
SEPTEMBER 29, 7:30 PM
GLORIA GALANTE, HARP
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
OCTOBER 19, 3:00 PM
IN YOUNG LEE, SOPRANO
EMILY BULLOCK, MEZZO-SOPRANO
STEPHEN NG, TENOR
NICHOLAS PROVENZALE, BARITONE
PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
OCTOBER 20, 7:30 PM
HENRY GRABB, OBOE
JONATHAN GAARDER, BASSOON
PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
NOVEMBER 24, 7:30 PM
DALÍ QUARTET
WCU QUARTET IN RESIDENCE
PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
FEBRUARY 2, 7:30 PM
JEAN-CHRISTOPHE DOBRZELEWSKI, TRUMPET
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
FEBRUARY 8, 3:00 PM
NICHOLAS PROVENZALE, BARITONE
PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
FEBRUARY 9, 7:30 PM
KIMBERLY REIGHLEY, FLUTE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
FEBRUARY 11, 7:30 PM
DALÍ QUARTET
WCU QUARTET IN RESIDENCE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
FEBRUARY 23, 7:30 PM
NADINE SILVERMAN
PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
MARCH 2, 7:30 PM
OVIDIU MARINESCU, CELLO
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MARCH 16, 7:30 PM
STEPHEN NG, TENOR
WITH GUEST ARTIST MATTHEW LAU, PERCUSSION
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MARCH 17, 7:30 PM
MARK RIMPLE
WITH GUEST ARTIST TINA CHANCEY THE CONCENTUS PROJECT: IMPROVISED DUETS IN HISTORICAL STYLES
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
MARCH 27, 7:30 PM
DALÍ QUARTET
WCU QUARTET IN RESIDENCE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MARCH 29, 3:00 PM
IN YOUNG LEE, SOPRANO
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MARCH 30, 7:30 PM
DALÍ QUARTET
WCU QUARTET IN RESIDENCE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Dr. Emily Bullock
Dr. Karen Dannessa
WIND BAND CONCERTS
OCTOBER 5, 3:00 PM
WIND ENSEMBLE AND WIND SYMPHONY
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
The Wind Ensemble and Wind Symphony open an exciting season of wind band concerts at the Well School of Music with an eclectic program of classic and contemporary works. Julie Giroux’s Epic Fanfare announces the Wind Symphony’s performance followed by Eric Wilson’s transcription of Susan LaBarr’s Grace Before Sleep and Dmitri Shostakovich’s Folk Dances. The Wind Symphony closes its portion of the concert with Thom Ritter George’s lively First Suite in F. The Wind Ensemble opens its performance with the rollicking March, Op. 99 by Sergei Prokofiev. Viet Cuong’s tender John and Jim and Chang su Koh’s Ballade close this epic program!
WIND BAND CONCERTS
CONDUCTORS
Wind Ensemble, Chamber Winds: Andrew Yozviak
Wind Symphony, Chamber Winds: Hannah Morrison Concert Band: Adam Gumble
wcupa.edu/bands @wcupabands
Be sure to catch the “Sixth Man” Basketball Band at all WCU home basketball games. Go Rams!
Schedule can be found online: wcupagoldenrams.com
OCTOBER 9, 7:30 PM
CHAMBER WINDS
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
The “Gran Partita”
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s Serenade in B-flat, the Gran Partita serves as the centerpiece for the season opening concert of the Chamber Winds. Graduate conductors will also contribute performances to this delightful evening of chamber music.
For weekday daytime events, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to receive a parking pass via email.
OCTOBER 26, 3:00 PM
WIND ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Repertoire Concert
The Wind Ensemble welcomes WCU alumna, Kendra Woywod and the Henderson High School Wind Ensemble as guest artists for the annual Repertoire Concert. William Schuman’s classic New England Triptych John Philip Sousa’s The Thunderer anchor this concert of traditional favorites.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 6:00 PM
WIND SYMPHONY WITH GUEST ARTIST, UNITED STATES NAVY BAND BRASS QUINTET
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Dr. Hannah Morrison and the Wind Symphony welcome the United States Navy Band’s Brass Quintet for this exciting concert collaboration. A suite from Leonard Bernstein’s Mass and Jeff Tyzik’s New York Cityscape will be featured during this special performance!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 3:00 PM
LIBERTY YOUTH WIND SYMPHONY
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Under the direction of Dr. Adam Gumble and Dr. Hannah Morrison, the Liberty Youth Wind Symphony presents a concert of wind band favorites.
NOVEMBER 16, 7:00 PM
WIND SYMPHONY AND CONCERT BAND
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Concert Band begins the evening with Lucid Dreams by Adrian Sims, followed by Luminescence by David Biedenbender and Rifted Wed by Julie Giroux. “Irrational Joy” from Steven Bryant’s Miniature Suite closes the Concert Band’s performance. Gustav Holst’s “March” from his Moorside Suite introduces the Wind Symphony. Lindsay Bronnenkant’s Tarot and Haley Woodrow’s In Two Places round out the concert.
DECEMBER 2, 3:30 PM
CHAMBER WINDS
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
This afternoon concert by the Chamber Winds offers an alternative to our evening performances. Kurt Weill’s suite from Kleine Dreigroschenmusik (Threepenny Opera) and alumnus Ryan Ragsdale’s A Nervous System will be featured on the program.
For weekday daytime events, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to receive a parking pass via email.
DECEMBER 7, 3:00 PM
WIND ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Symphony No. 3
Chris Buchanon’s MOTU announces the start of this of this final wind band concert of the fall semester. Jennifer Jolley’s haunting Ash, and James Barnes’ tragic Symphony No. 3 complete an exciting semester of performances.
FEBRUARY 19, 7:30 PM
CONCERT BAND AND CHAMBER WINDS
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The West Chester University Wind Bands welcome composer Frank Ticheli to campus for a residency and celebration of his music. The Chamber Winds introduces the concert with a performance of his Songs of Love and Life. The Concert Band begins its performance with Ticheli’s Joy Revisited and follows with his classic Cajun Folks Songs and Vesuvius.
FEBRUARY 22, 3:00 PM
WIND ENSEMBLE AND WIND SYMPHONY
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Frank Ticheli, guest composer
Composer Frank Ticheli joins the WCU Wind Bands to kick off the spring semester. The Wind Symphony opens the program with Kimberly Archer’s Fanfare Politeia followed by Ticheli’s Lifestream and Shenandoah. The Wind Ensemble welcomes Ticheli to the podium in a performance highlighted by his Symphony No. 2.
MARCH 22, 3:00 PM WIND ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Fifth Annual East Meets West Wind Band Invitational High School bands from opposite sides of the Commonwealth will be featured in the Fifth Annual “East Meets West” Invitational concert. Hollidaysburg and Easton High Schools will represent their communities as two of the state’s most outstanding high school wind bands.
WIND BAND CONCERTS
APRIL 15, 7:30 PM
WIND SYMPHONY AND CONCERT BAND
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
The Concert Band presents its final performance of the year with contemporary works including Omar Thomas’ Forward Still and Erika Svanoe’s Tutued Toucan. Nicole Piunno’s Bright Shadow Fanfare heralds in the Wind Symphony’s performance. Solos by concerto competition winners and John Williams’ Dartmoor, 1912 round out this exciting evening of wind band music.
APRIL 19, 3:00 PM
LIBERTY YOUTH WIND SYMPHONY
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
Under the direction of Dr. Adam Gumble and Dr. Hannah Morrison, the Liberty Youth Wind Symphony presents a concert of wind band favorites.
APRIL 26, 3:00 PM
WIND ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The Wind Ensemble concludes its season of performances with music celebrating our nation’s semiquincentennial. Commissioned by the United States Marine Band, Bravado by Gala Flagello opens the concert. Jim Stephenson’s Declaration and Michael Daugherty’s Passacaglia in Primary Colors inspired by the art works of American artist Andy Warhol conclude the performance.
APRIL 29, 3:30 PM
CHAMBER WINDS
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
Donaueschingen Festival 100th Anniversary Concert
The Chamber Winds presents a celebration of music from the landmark 1926 Donaueschingen Festival. Music by Paul Hindemith, Ernst Toch, and Hans Gal will be featured during this retrospective.
For weekday daytime events, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to receive a parking pass via email.
WIND BAND SYMPOSIA & CLINICS
FRIDAY, JANUARY 30 AND SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2026
NINTH ANNUAL NATIONAL BAND
ASSOCIATION HIGH SCHOOL WIND BAND SYMPOSIUM
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Six high school wind bands will join Rutgers University’s Julia Baumanis and the WCU wind band directors during this two-day clinic. Interested ensembles should contact Dr. Hannah Morrison at hmorrison@wcupa.edu for information.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2026
WELLS SCHOOL OF MUSIC
YOUNG BAND CLINIC
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Intermediate and middle-level bands will work with the WCU wind band directors and Wells School of Music students during this single-day experience focused on ensemble growth in a positive and student-centered environment. Interested ensembles should contact Dr. Gumble at agumble@wcupa.edu for additional information.
THURSDAY, MARCH 12, 2026
MUSIC FOR ALL PHILADELPHIA WIND BAND FESTIVAL
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
AND MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING AND PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The wind bands at WCU are honored to be hosting the Third Annual Philadelphia Wind Band Festival as part of Music for All’s Affiliate Regional Music Festival initiative. The Philadelphia Wind Band Festival is modeled after the Music for All National Concert Band Festival and seeks to provide an artistic and educational environment through performance, clinics and feedback from a panel of nationally recognized clinicians. It is our aim to bring the Music for All National Concert Band Festival’s life-changing student and director experiences to our region. Additional information and registration forms can be found on the Wells School of Music website, https://www.wcupa. edu/music/forms/wind-band-festival/.
CHORAL CONCERTS
CONDUCTORS
Concert Choir, Oriana Chorale, Recital Choir: Kimberly Dunn Adams Mastersingers, Chamber Choir, Orpheus Singers, Allegro Voices, Vocal Jazz Ensemble: Ryan Kelly
wcupa.edu/choral
@WCUChoirs
OCTOBER 3, ALL DAY
WCU HIGH SCHOOL HONOR CHOIR FESTIVAL
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL & PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
A select choir of director-nominated high school students will work with the Wells School of Music choral and voice faculty during an inspirational day of choral rehearsals and vocal workshops. The festival will culminate in a joint performance featuring the Honor Choir and WCU Concert Choir. Interested directors should contact Dr. Adams at kadams2@wcupa.edu for additional information.
OCTOBER 21, 7:30 PM
FALL CHORAL FESTIVAL
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
How Can I Keep from Singing?
The full breadth of WCU’s outstanding choral program will be on display in a concert titled
“How Can I Keep from Singing?” The program will feature performances from five of WCU’s choirs — Orpheus Singers, Allegro Voices, Oriana Chorale, Mastersingers, and Concert Choir – with repertoire that celebrates the power of communal singing.
OCTOBER 24, 7:30 PM
CONCERT CHOIR AND MASTERSINGERS
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Mastersingers, conducted by Dr. Ryan Kelly, will perform J. S. Bach’s celebratory Magnificat with orchestra. Under the direction of Dr. Kimberly Dunn Adams, Concert Choir will present music honoring relationships and responsibilities by composers Buxtehude, Shaw, and Guillaume.
NOVEMBER 20, 7:30 PM
VOCAL JAZZ AND LATIN JAZZ
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Dr. Ryan Kelly leads vocalists from the Wells School of Music covering repertoire written for jazz choir. Closing the evening is the highly esteemed Latin Jazz Ensemble led by new director, Jacob Kelberman, performing works spanning the history of Afro-Latin musical traditions.
FEBRUARY 13, 7:30 PM CONCERT CHOIR
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
I Am...We Are
The Concert Choir will present a stirring program exploring boundaries and expressions of sentience. The concert will feature the premiere of faculty composer Dr. Adam Silverman’s multi-movement work, I Am Code, which evocatively sets poems written by an early OpenAI language model to music written for the human voice and acoustic instruments.
FEBRUARY 15, 3:00 PM
MASTERSINGERS
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Celebrating 250 Years
To celebrate the United States’ semiquincentennial, Mastersingers will perform a concert of thoughtful and uplifting music by American composers and poets. It will feature Ronald Perera’s cantata The Golden Door, a poignant work for chorus and chamber orchestra that sets interviews with immigrants who came to the United States through Ellis Island.
CHORAL CONCERTS
FEBRUARY 24, 7:30 PM
WINTER CHORAL INVITATIONAL
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Featuring the Orpheus Singers, Allegro Voices, Oriana Chorale, Chamber Choir, and a specially-invited guest high school choir in a rousing program with a wide variety of choral pieces in multiple languages, genres, and styles.
APRIL 7, 7:30 PM
SPRING CHORAL FESTIVAL
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
The final choral festival of the year will feature the Chamber Choir, Recital Choir, Orpheus Singers, Allegro Voices, and Oriana Chorale celebrating the return of spring and the emergence of light. The concert will culminate in a performance of Elaine Hagenberg’s Illuminare by the combined forces of Oriana Chorale, Allegro Voices, Orpheus Singers, and a chamber orchestra.
APRIL 17, 7:30 PM
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, CONCERT CHOIR, AND MASTERSINGERS
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
Kimberly Dunn Adams, conductor
Paul Bryan, conductor
Stravinsky, The Firebird Suite (1919 version) Stravinsky, Symphony of Psalms
Stravinsky – Something Old and Something New
The WCUSO and combined choirs present a program of Igor Stravinsky’s music including the well-known Firebird and his choral symphony, the Symphony of Psalms. The program will also feature lesser-known unaccompanied choral works sure to become new favorites from the Three Russian Sacred Choruses.
ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
CONDUCTORS
Symphony Orchestra: Paul Bryan
Chamber Orchestra: Adriana Linares
Opera Orchestra: Joseph Hodge
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 7:30 PM
CONCERT ON THE QUAD
ACADEMIC QUAD
WCU NORTH CAMPUS
Join the Criterions, the West Chester University Symphony Orchestra, and ensembles from across the Wells School of Music for a showcase concert under the stars. In the event of inclement weather, the performance will take place in Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall.
SEPTEMBER 24, 7:30 PM
CHAMBER STRINGS
PHILIPS AUTOGRAPH LIBRARY
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
The WCU Chamber Strings opens its 2025-26 season in the beautiful Philips Autograph Library, living room style! Enjoy this evening with the chamber strings under the direction of Maestra Adrianna Linares.
SEPTEMBER 26, 7:30 PM
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
Off with a Bang – A Tchaikovsky Celebration
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Variations on a Rococo Theme, Op. 33
Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, Symphony No. 4 in F minor, Op. 36
The West Chester University Symphony Orchestra opens its 2025-26 season with the romantic, emotionally intense, and melodically rich music of Tchaikovsky. The program features Wells School of Music faculty member Dr. Ovidiu Marinescu as soloist in the Rococo Variations and the beauty and energy of the Fourth Symphony.
NOVEMBER 15, 7:30 PM
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Simply Transformational
Paul Dukas, The Sorcerer’s Apprentice Philip Glass/Arranged by Olivier Glissant, Metamorphosis I
Paul Hindemith, Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes by Carl Maria von Weber
Composers throughout history have used music to portray change. The program opens with Paul Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice – a piece made famous by its inclusion in Disney’s 1940 film Fantasia – and continues with the music of Philip Glass in a new arrangement by conductor and composer Olivier Glissant. The WCUSO closes the program with Paul Hindemith’s classic Symphonic Metamorphosis.
NOVEMBER 17, 7:30 PM
CHAMBER STRINGS
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
The Chamber Strings presents an evening of chamber music for string orchestra.
FEBRUARY 25, 7:30 PM
CHAMBER ORCHESTRA
WARE RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
The WCU Chamber Orchestra presents an evening of chamber works under the direction of Maestro Joseph Hodge.
MARCH 1, 3:00 PM
SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA:
IRVING H. COHEN AND CONCERTO
COMPETITION WINNERS’ CONCERT
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
We Are the Champions!
The WCUSO, conducted by Maestro Paul Bryan, presents the winners presents the winners of the 2025-26 Concerto Competition. The second half of the program features the winning work chosen through a survey of the WCUSO’s members and audience.
APRIL 17, 7:30 PM
WEST CHESTER UNIVERSITY SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, CONCERT CHOIR, AND MASTERSINGERS
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
Stravinsky – Something Old and Something New
The WCUSO and combined choirs present a program of Igor Stravinsky's music under the batons of Maestro Paul Bryan and Dr. Kimberly Dunn Adams. The concert will feature the well-known suite from The Firebird and his choral symphony, the Symphony of Psalms. The program will also include lesser-known unaccompanied choral works from the Three Russian Sacred Choruses that are sure to become new favorites."
ORCHESTRA CONCERTS
PERCUSSION CONCERTS
DIRECTORS
Percussion Ensemble: Ralph Sorrentino
Steel Band: David Nelson
wcupa.edu/percussion
@WCUPercussion @WCUSteelBand
@wsompercussionstudio
NOVEMBER 25, 7:30 PM
WCU PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
A Cornucopia of Percussion Concerti
We are thrilled to feature four outstanding soloists, as the WCU Percussion Ensemble performs four different percussion concerti. The soloists include WSOM alumnus Aaron Trumbore (BM ‘14), current WSOM percussion major Abby Walton (BM ‘26), and WSOM faculty members Chandler Beaugrand and Dr. Ralph Sorrentino (BM ‘01, Ed.D ‘18)
APRIL 10, 7:30 PM
WCU LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLE & WCU
STEEL BAND
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATER
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Sounds of the Caribbean Shake off that late winter chill and welcome spring by joining Jacob Kelberman and the WCU Latin Jazz and Steel Bands for this special concert event! Come feel the heat of the Mambo, Merengue and Soca, or sway slowly to Calypso, Bolero and Bachata.
APRIL 14, 7:30 PM
WCU PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE & HSHPE CONCERT
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Join the West Chester University Percussion Ensemble and the High School Honors Percussion Ensemble (HSHPE) for an exciting evening of percussion artistry. This concert will feature guest soloist Dr. Juan Álamo, Professor of Percussion at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, as he performs alongside our WCU percussion students. Our HSHPE, which consists of the area’s most talented high school percussionists, will open the concert.
Dr. Ralph Sorrentino, Artistic Director Professor Brent Behrenshausen, Conductor
The WCU High School Honors Percussion Ensemble is the Philadelphia region’s premier university-affiliated high school percussion ensemble.
Auditions: . . . . . .Sunday, January 11, 2026
Rehearsals: . . . . . Sundays, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM, January 18 – April 12, 2026
Performance: . . . Tuesday, April 14, 7:30 PM (opening the WCU Percussion Ensemble concert)
Questions? .
wcupa.edu/communitymusic rsorrentino@wcupa.edu
Abby Walton Dr. Ralph Sorrentino
SMALL ENSEMBLE CONCERTS
DIRECTORS
Brass Ensembles: Daniel Cherry, Jonathan Fowler, Robert Skoniczin
Strings Chamber Music: Jesús Morales
Trilovati Flute Ensemble: Kimberly Reighley
Trumpet Ensemble: Jean-Christophe Dobrzelewski & Robert Skoniczin
Woodwind Chamber Ensembles: Henry Grabb wcupa.edu/smallensembles
@WCUFluteEnsemble
@wellsflutes
@wcu_trombone_studio
@wcuviostudio
NOVEMBER 23 & APRIL 26, 7:00 PM
BRASS ENSEMBLES
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
DECEMBER 2, 7:30 PM & APRIL 12, 7:00 PM
STRINGS CHAMBER MUSIC
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
DECEMBER 3 & APRIL 2, 7:30 PM
TRILOVATI FLUTE ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
NOVEMBER 13, 7:30 PM & APRIL 12, 7:00 PM
TRUMPET ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
All MCH events will be held at the Ware Family Recital Hall in the Swope Music Building, unless otherwise noted.
MARCH 26 AT 7:30 PM
GUEST ARTIST DYLAN OWEN AND MEMBERS OF THE WCU STUDIO MUSIC ENSEMBLE
WINDISH ENTERTAINMENT
4 W. PRESCOTT ALLEY
WEST CHESTER, PA
Dylan Owen is an LA-based rap artist known for his confessional, heartfelt storytelling that offers listeners a soundtrack for self-discovery and reflection. Blending alternative rap, pop, and folk with live instrumentation, this performance will feature Dylan alongside members of the WCU Studio Music Ensemble.
APRIL 22 AT 7:30 PM
THE NOW MUSIC SOCIETY
Contemporary chamber music composed by WCU students.
NEW MUSIC AT WCU
New Music at WCU features contemporary compositions performed by guest artists as well as WCU faculty and students.
NOVEMBER 6 AT 7:30 PM
WSOM ENSEMBLE-IN-RESIDENCE NETWORK FOR NEW MUSIC
Contemporary chamber music, including works composed by WCU students and faculty.
WILKINSON LECTURE SERIES
MARCH 24 AT 7:30 PM
PATHOS TRIO
New York-based piano and two-percussion ensemble plays invigorating works by contemporary composers.
COLLEGIUM MUSICUM
DECEMBER 7, 7:30 PM & MAY 3, 7:30 PM
Collegium Musicum is an ensemble of students who perform early music from the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque eras on period-accurate instruments.
STUDIO MUSIC ENSEMBLE
NOVEMBER 19 & APRIL 29, 7:30 PM
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MARCH 26, 7:30 PM
WINDISH ENTERTAINMENT
4 W. PRESCOTT ALLEY WEST CHESTER, PA
Defying genre boundaries, the WCU Studio Music Ensemble is a vibrant, student-driven collective. Their performances blend original works with reimagined covers, ranging from infectious pop and rock anthems to soulful acoustic ballads.
The Wilkinson Lecture Series, named after professor emeritus Dr. Harry Wilkinson, provides frequent exposure to research by leading scholars of music history and theory from other major research universities.
Please check our online calendar for the Fall and Spring dates of the Wilkinson Lecture Series and the featured guest lecturers.
More information: crescendocompetition.org/little-mozarts
APRIL 25
TRI-COUNTY YOUTH FESTIVAL COMPETITIONS
Wendy Schmid and Eleanor James, organizers SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
More information: tricountyconcerts.org
FESTIVALS
NOVEMBER 23, 3:00 PM
WCU HARP FESTIVAL
Gloria Galante, director
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
FEBRUARY 28
THE FLUTE SOCIETY OF GREATER PHILADELPHIA’S 14TH ANNUAL FLUTE FAIR
Kimberly Reighley, WCU faculty liaison SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Tickets and Registration: philaflutesociety.org
MARCH 31, 7:30 PM
BACH CELEBRATION
Jonathan Ragonese, director
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MAY 30, 7:00 PM
TRI-COUNTY YOUTH FESTIVAL CONCERT
Wendy Schmid and Eleanor James, directors MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Tickets: tricountyconcerts.org
36TH ANNUAL WCUPA NATIONAL PRE-COLLEGIATE PIANO COMPETITION
Igor Resnianski, director
Joan Stalford, competition operation manager wcupa.edu/communitymusic
MAY 16
36TH ANNUAL WCUPA NATIONAL
PRE-COLLEGIATE PIANO COMPETITION SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
MAY 17, 3:00 PM 36TH ANNUAL WCUPA NATIONAL PRE-COLLEGIATE PIANO COMPETITION WINNERS’ RECITAL
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Daniel Liu, 2025 Pre-Collegiate Piano Competition Winner, Age Group 13-15
COMMUNITY EVENTS
WEST CHESTER CHILDREN’S CHORUS EVENTS
Karen L. Markey, founding director
Eileen Keller, artistic director and director of the Tyros
Danielle M. Cullen, director of the ensemble
Kevin McAllister, director of Bel Canto and the chorus
Dr. Marci Major, WCU faculty liaison
Nicholas Burbo, accompanist wcccmusic.org
MAIN LINE MUSIC TEACHERS ASSOCIATION EVENTS
mlmta.org • Igor Resnianski, WCU faculty liaison
OCTOBER 19
DOROTHY SUTTON FESTIVAL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
NOVEMBER 22, 1:00 PM
FALL CONCERT
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
MAY 2, 1:00 PM
SPRING CONCERT
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
COMMUNITY MUSIC PROGRAM
Interested in taking private lessons from a WSOM Faculty or student? Contact Dr. Henry Grabb, Program Coordinator via email hgrabb@wcupa.edu
NOVEMBER 11, 9:00 AM
MASTER CLASS: CHARLES ABRAMOVIC
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
JANUARY 10
SUPER SATURDAY
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
MARCH 14
CONSTANCE MURRAY PIANO FESTIVAL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
West Chester Children's Chorus
WCU OPERA THEATRE
DIRECTOR
Nicholas Provenzale
@wcuopera
@wcuoperatheatre
All events take place in the Emilie K. Asplundh Concert Hall, Philips Memorial Building
NOVEMBER 14, 7:30 PM
NOVEMBER 15, 3:00 PM
THE THREE FEATHERS
MUSIC BY LORI LAITMAN
LIBRETTO BY DANA GIOIA
Follow a shy princess on a journey through the mysterious underworld where courage and kindness lead the way. This magical fairy-tale opera, with rich and radiant music by contemporary composer Lori Laitman, is a heart-warming tale for audiences of all ages. Performed in English and under an hour.
GA Tickets: $10 Adults, Seniors & Non-WCU Students
Free for faculty, staff, students with valid WCU ID, and children under 12 wcupatix.com
MAY 2, 7:30 PM
MAY 3, 3:00 PM
COSÌ FAN TUTTE
MUSIC BY WOLFGANG AMADEUS MOZART
LIBRETTO BY LORENZO DA PONTE
Love is put to the test in the mischievous rom-com, Così fan tutte. With Mozart’s dazzling score and a hilarious plot, this timeless classic still feels fun and fresh today. Performed in Italian with English supertitles.
GA Tickets: $15 Adults | $10 Seniors & Non-WCU Students
Free for faculty, staff, students with valid WCU ID, and children under 12 wcupatix.com
OPERA THEATRE
SEPTEMBER 13, 8:15PM
USBANDS EXHIBITION
HEMPFIELD HS
LANDISVILLE, PA
More information: usbands.org
SEPTEMBER 28, 12:00 PM
COLLEGIATE
MARCHING BAND FESTIVAL
PRESENTED BY VIVACE
PRODUCTIONS
J. BIRNEY CRUM STADIUM
ALLENTOWN, PA
Tickets: vivaceproductions.com
OCTOBER 4, 10:00 AM
HOMECOMING PARADE
WCU NORTH CAMPUS
OCTOBER 17
USBANDS LUDWIG MUSSER
CHAMPIONSHIPS
METLIFE STADIUM
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ
More information: usbands.org
OCTOBER 22, 7:00 PM
WEST CHESTER
HALLOWEEN PARADE
Rain Date: October 23
DOWNTOWN WEST CHESTER, PA
OCTOBER 25
PENNSYLVANIA MARCHING BAND COALITION SHOWCASE
EPHRATA HIGH SCHOOL
EPHRATA, PA
NOVEMBER 1, 11:00 AM
USBANDS PENNSYLVANIA STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS
DOWNINGTOWN WEST HIGH SCHOOL
DOWNINGTOWN, PA
More information: usbands.org
DECEMBER 5, 5:00 PM
WEST CHESTER OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS PARADE
DOWNTOWN WEST CHESTER, PA
FOOTBALL AT FARRELL STADIUM
SEPTEMBER 20, 2:00 PM VS SETON HILL UNIVERSITY
OCTOBER 4, 2:00 PM VS EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY HOMECOMING/ FAMILY WEEKEND
OCTOBER 25, 12:00PM VS KUTZTOWN UNIVERSITY
NOVEMBER 1, 12:00 PM VS BLOOMSBURG UNIVERSITY
NOVEMBER 15, 12:00 PM VS ASSUMPTION UNIVERSITY (OR, PSAC CHAMPIONSHIP GAME)
Ensemble Coordinators: Connor Carbonell, Kylie Cogill, Alex Fry, CJ Orrico, Ali Sharpe, and John Turner
wcupa.edu/incomparable
The West Chester University
INCOMPARABLE Golden Rams Marching
Band is a group of 300+ students that proudly represents West Chester University and the greater West Chester community. Comprised of students from more than 60 different majors, the marching band involves students from every segment of the campus population and is the largest student organization on campus!
The West Chester University INCOMPARABLE Golden Rams Marching Band has earned a national reputation as a leader in the marching arts and was named the recipient of the 2019 Sudler Trophy. The Sudler Trophy is presented biannually to a university marching band that demonstrates the highest standards of music performance, precision marching, and innovation in show design and is considered the “Heisman Trophy” for college marching bands. West Chester University is one of only 32 schools in the United States and the first NCAA Division II School to receive the award!
In addition to performing at local and regional parades and exhibitions, the “RamBand” has performed at prestigious events, including the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Nashville Christmas Parade, National Football League Playoff Games, the Philadelphia Thanksgiving Parade, Bands of America Grand National Championships! Most recently, the band traveled to Pasadena, California, to perform on a worldwide stage at the 135th Rose Parade® and was the subject of the “Road to the Roses” documentary (available on YouTube @wellsschoolofmusic). For more information about the INCOMPARABLE Golden Rams Marching Band, follow @wcuramband on social media or visit their website wcupa.edu/INCOMPARABLE.
STATE OF AFFAIRS: A CELEBRATION OF ARTISTS FROM PENNSYLVANIA
This season features artists from the western, central and eastern parts of the state. A kaleidoscope of musical inspiration for all.
SEPTEMBER 11, 7:30 – 9:30 PM
WCU JAZZ FACULTY CONCERT
AND JAM SESSION
WINDISH STUDIOS
4 W. PRESCOTT ALLEY, WEST CHESTER, PA
Welcome Back
Join the Wells faculty in a concert and jam session to kick-off the 2025-26 season, in our continued partnership with Windish Entertainment. Located just off High Street in the Prescott Alley, Windish Studios, of Criterions Alum Mike Windish, brings jazz performances to a club atmosphere.
JAZZ
MUSIC DIRECTORS
Criterions Jazz Ensemble: Jonathan Ragonese
Statesmen Jazz Ensemble: Mark Allen
Latin Jazz Ensemble: Jacob Kelberman
Vocal Jazz Ensemble: Ryan Kelly
Student Jazz Combos: Jeremy Ajani Jordan, Jacob Kelberman, Peter Paulsen, John Swana
wcupa.edu/jazz
SEPTEMBER 19, 7:30 PM THE CRITERIONS
CONCERT ON THE QUAD
WCU NORTH CAMPUS QUAD
RAIN LOCATION:
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
In their final season of their first century, the Criterions Jazz Ensemble closes the newly minted Fall Concert on the Quad. Join us under the stars and hear what all the excitement is about.
NOVEMBER 7, 7:30 PM CRITERIONS CONCERT UPTOWN! KNAUER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
226 N. HIGH STREET, WEST CHESTER, PA
State of Affairs – West: Dwayne Dolphin & Roger Humphries Pittsburgh’s Finest meet the Criterions Jazz Ensemble for a knock-out concert. Virtuosic electric and piccolo bassist, Dwayne Dolphin (Wynton Marsalis Quintet, Geri Allen Trio, Stanley Turrentine) is joined by his musical father and jazz legend, Roger Humphries. A drummer of the highest caliber, Humphries is most known for his contribution to the canon of jazz with Horace Silver on seminal recordings Song for my Father, Cape Verdean Blues, and The Jody Grind (Blue Note Records). Do not miss this concert!
Tickets are available at: uptownwestchester.org
NOVEMBER 20, 7:30 PM
VOCAL JAZZ AND LATIN JAZZ ENSEMBLES
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Join the Vocal Jazz Ensemble for a special evening of vocal repertoire under the direction of Dr. Ryan Kelly. Closing the evening is the highly esteemed Latin Jazz Ensemble under the new direction of Jacob Kelberman.
NOVEMBER 25, 11:00 AM
JAZZ STUDIES COMBO RECITAL WARE RECITAL HALL SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
Join us for three student combos covering the works of the great composers of the American Songbook and beyond.
For weekday daytime events, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to receive a parking pass via email.
DECEMBER 1, 7:30 PM
STATESMEN JAZZ ENSEMBLE
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Tradition and Transformation: Reimagining the Big Band
This concert pairs classic big band repertoire with contemporary works inspired by those traditions, tracing a musical lineage from legends like Duke Ellington, Thad Jones, and Count Basie to today’s most innovative jazz composers, including Maria Schneider, Darcy James Argue, and other modern greats.
The Statesmen ensemble explores how the language of big band writing has evolved, honoring the past while showcasing the future of large ensemble jazz.
DECEMBER 4, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
WCU FALL JAZZ COMBO SHOWCASE
WINDISH STUDIOS
4 W PRESCOTT ALLEY, WEST CHESTER, PA
Join the jazz studies combos in a fall performance showcase at Windish Entertainment. Located just off High Street in the Prescott Alley, Windish Studios, of Criterions Alum Mike Windish, brings jazz performances to a club atmosphere.
APRIL 10, 7:30 PM
SOUNDS OF THE CARIBBEAN
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATRE
PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Shake off that late winter chill and welcome spring by joining Jacob Kelberman and the WCU Latin Jazz and Steel Bands for this special concert event! Come feel the heat of the Mambo, Merengue and Soca, or sway slowly to Calypso, Bolero and Bachata.
APRIL 16, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
WCU SPRING JAZZ COMBO SHOWCASE
WINDISH STUDIOS
4 W PRESCOTT ALLEY, WEST CHESTER, PA
Join the jazz studies combos in a spring performance showcase at Windish Entertainment. Located just off High Street in the Prescott Alley, Windish Studios, of Criterions Alum Mike Windish, brings jazz performances to a club atmosphere.
APRIL 28, 11:00 AM
JAZZ STUDIES COMBO RECITAL
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
Join us for three student combos covering the works of the great composers of the American Songbook and beyond.
For weekday daytime events, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to receive a parking pass via email.
APRIL 28, 7:30 PM
STATESMEN CONCERT
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
Soundtrack Swing: Big Band Jazz
From Stage to Screen
The Statesmen explore the importance of jazz in the worlds of film, television, and Broadway. The program highlights how jazz has long played role on stage and screen. Featuring music by George Gershwin, Stephen Sondheim, and others, the concert presents big band arrangements of iconic themes alongside works that reimagine theatrical classics.
MAY 1, 7:30 PM
CRITERIONS CONCERT
MADELEINE WING ADLER THEATER PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
PA Artist in Residence: The Concertizing Criterions featuring Mark Dover
Join the Criterions Jazz Ensemble as they welcome world-renowned clarinetist, Mark Dover for their final concert before celebrating 100 years. Grammy® Award-winning clarinetist Mark serves as the clarinetist of Imani Winds, currently in residence at the Curtis Institute of Music.
Dover and the Criterions will present a colorful concert of a new concerto for Mark by Prof. Jonathan Ragonese and big band music by 20th century icons: Leonard Bernstein & Igor Stravinsky.
AND NOW: A WORD FROM OUR FRIENDS
LECTURE SERIES
In its third season, the lecture series features Diane Monroe. Monroe, a native Philadelphian, is a violinist whose versatility and expressive artistry consistently bring both jazz and classical audiences to their feet. Her visibility as a jazz artist began with her long-standing membership as first violinist of the Uptown String Quartet and the Max Roach Double Quartet.
In 2018, Ms. Monroe won both a Pew Fellowship, and a Pew Project grant from The Pew Center for Arts & Heritage. Join her as she explores her past and future with music.
All lectures will take place in the Ware Family Recital Hall, Swope Music Building.
Please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to obtain a parking pass via email.
OCTOBER 10, 2025 11:00 AM
NOVEMBER 14, 2025 11:00 AM
FEBRUARY 20, 2025 11:00 AM
TURKS HEAD WINES
120 N. CHURCH STREET
RESERVATION RECOMMENDED
The brand-new winery celebrates a Chester County tradition. Featuring their own wines from California’s North Coast, Turks Head Wines has a new Tasting Room and Wine Bar.
With music weekly, join the Wells School of Music as we celebrate a new community partnership with two student showcases. Join us and hear the best and brightest of the Wells School of Music.
OCTOBER 16, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WSOM FALL STUDENT SHOWCASE @ TURKS HEAD WINES
MARCH 5, 6:00 PM – 8:00PM
WSOM SPRING STUDENT SHOWCASE @ TURKS HEAD WINES
WCU JAZZ FESTIVAL
DIRECTOR
Jonathan Ragonese
JOIN ALL OF THE SCHOOL’S ENSEMBLES, FACULTY AND GUEST
ARTISTS IN A CELEBRATION OF IMPROVISATORY MUSIC
All events take place in the Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center wcupa.edu/jazzfest
MARCH 18, 12:00 PM
STUDENT SHOWCASE
Join us for featured concert of a student ensemble. Chosen through a rigorous audition process, our Thursday afternoon concert will feature a student-led, student-conceived, and all-student performing ensemble.
MARCH 18, 7:30 PM
FACULTY JAZZ CONCERT
Join the Faculty of the Wells School of Music for an evening of standards and original music!
MARCH 19, 12:00 PM
DIANE MONROE
The culmination of the series And now: a word from our friends. Join violinist Diane Monroe for an intimate concert.
MARCH 19, 7:30 PM
STATE OF AFFAIRS – CENTRAL: THE HARRISBURG JAZZ COLLECTIVE
Join the finest musicians of Central Pennsylvania and surrounding areas with the Harrisburg Jazz Collective. Pianist Steve Rudolph and trumpeter Bill Perbetsky colead this decade-old ensemble.
MARCH 20, 7:30 PM
PHILADELPHIA’S FINEST MEET THE CRITERIONS: JOANNA PASCALE & JOHN SWANA
The Criterions Jazz Ensemble plays the centerpiece concert of the 36th annual festival with acclaimed vocalist, Joanna Pascale and WCU’s very own John Swana. Joanna Pascale is a singer of sophisticated taste, profound expressiveness and raw emotion. She is also a gifted educator who is a member of the vocal faculty at the University of Pennsylvania. World-renowned trumpeter and EVI artist, John Swana will join her in arrangements by Philadelphia’s Larry McKenna and others.
MARCH 21, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ FESTIVAL
In partnership with Cavalcade of Bands, join a host of high school big bands as they come to campus and perform for one another, receive clinics and participate in masterclasses.
GA Tickets: $17 Adults | $10 Seniors, Non-WCU Students, WCU Staff and Faculty Free for children under 12 & WCU Students wcupatix.com
MUSIC CAMPS
JUNE 22 – 26
SUMMER CAMPS & SYMPOSIUMS
Music Camp Information & Registration
Wells Summer Music Institute Information & Registration
All summer events take place in the Swope Music Building & Performing Arts Center
ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND MIDDLE
SCHOOL SUMMER MUSIC CAMPS
Ralph Sorrentino, director
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
JULY 6 – 11
HIGH SCHOOL SUMMER MUSIC CAMP
Ralph Sorrentino, director
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
JULY 12 – 17
WCU SUMMER JAZZ CAMP
Jonathan Ragonese, director
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER
JULY 18 – 23
VIVACE SUMMER LEADERSHIP & INCOMPARABLE MARCHING ARTS WORKSHOPS
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING & PERFORMING ARTS CENTER vivaceproductions.com
WELLS SUMMER MUSIC INSTITUTE
JUNE 22 – JULY 3
ORFF-SCHULWERK WORKSHOP
Drue Bullington, director
JULY 13 – 17
WIND CONDUCTING SYMPOSIUM
Andrew Yozviak, director
JULY 13 – 24
KODÁLY WORKSHOP
Jill Trinka, director
JULY 15 – 18
CHORAL CONDUCTING SYMPOSIUM
Kimberly Dunn Adams, director
JULY 27 – 31
MODERN MUSIC MAKING SYMPOSIUM
David Bowman and Henry Pearlberg, directors
Our full list of summer courses will be released in November. For updates and details, please visit wcupa.edu/wsmi.
SUMMER EVENTS
STUDIO SPOTLIGHT RECITALS
NOVEMBER 25 & APRIL 28, 11:00 AM
JAZZ STUDIO RECITALS
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
Experience the vibrant sounds of West Chester University’s talented jazz musicians in the Jazz Studio Recital, showcasing a dynamic range of performances from our dedicated students.
OCTOBER 28 & APRIL 9, 7:30 PM
VOCAL HONORS RECITAL
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
The Vocal Honors Recital, presented once each semester, is a showcase of high-level vocal students. Students are nominated for inclusion by their studio professor and present a formal evening recital of art song, opera, oratorio, and musical theater.
STUDIO SPOTLIGHT
NOVEMBER 5 & APRIL 16, 7:30 PM
KEYBOARD HONORS RECITAL
WARE FAMILY RECITAL HALL
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
The Keyboard Honors Recital, presented once each semester, is a showcase of high-level piano students. The students are selected for inclusion by their studio professor and present a formal evening recital of piano masterpieces drawn from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic and Contemporary piano works.
SENIOR & GRADUATE RECITALS
Wells School of Music students are required to perform several recitals as part of their degree.
Senior and Graduate recitals are free admission and held most Fridays and Saturdays throughout the academic year. Please check the online events calendar for listings: wcupa.edu/music
ALUMNI MARCHING BAND
ALUMNI EVENTS
WCU Alumni association: wcualumni.org
WCU Bands Alumni Association: wcupabaa.com
WCU Bands Alumni Association
WCU Strings Alumni Association
ALUMNI MARCHING BAND REHEARSAL & RECEPTION
OCTOBER 3, 7:00 PM
SWOPE MUSIC BUILDING
*Private Event
OCTOBER 4
ALUMNI MARCHING BAND
10:00 AM | HOMECOMING PARADE
WCU NORTH CAMPUS
2:00 PM | HOMECOMING GAME
FARRELL STADIUM
Interested alumni should contact
WCU Bands Alumni Association
Executive Director, Alison Sharpe Beidler, at wcupabaa@gmail.com
JULY 16, 5:00 PM
CRITERIONS ALUMNI
REUNION RECEPTION
HOSTED BY THE
WCU ALUMNI ASSOCIATION
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
GREEN ROOM
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
*By invitation only
For information contact
WCU Alumni Association wcualumni.org
JULY 16, 7:00 PM
CRITERIONS ALUMNI REUNION CONCERT
Dave DiValentino, director
EMILIE K. ASPLUNDH CONCERT HALL
PHILIPS MEMORIAL BUILDING
WCU Crites Reunion
INTERESTED IN ATTENDING
WCU WELLS SCHOOL OF MUSIC?
West Chester University’s Wells School of Music is accredited with the National Association of Schools of Music, offers programs in Music Performance, Education, Theory, History, Composition, Studio Composition, Music with Elective Studies in an Outside Field, and Music Therapy.With state-of-the-art rehearsal and performing facilities and scholarship opportunities, students can also get involved in multiple ensembles, including band, vocal/choral, orchestra and more. Students study with renowned faculty who have dual careers as dedicated educators and professional musicians. We hope that you will experience in person the vibrancy of our nationally recognized programs of study and see first-hand the remarkable scholarly and artistic community that is the Wells School of Music at WCU.
If you or someone you know is interested in attending West Chester University Wells School of Music, please visit wcupa. edu/music or email musicinfo@wcupa. edu for information about tours, application and audition process and degree program information.
Audition Days
December 2, 2025
January 17, 2026
January 27, 2026
February 3, 2026
February 14, 2026
TICKET & USEFUL INFORMATION
It is with great pleasure that we invite you to celebrate music at West Chester University. With more than 200 concerts annually, the Wells School of Music is looking forward to welcoming you to campus (or via live stream) for an upcoming performance. We hope that you will experience in person the vibrancy of our nationally recognized programs of study and see first-hand the remarkable scholarly and artistic community that is the Wells School of Music at West Chester University.
Tickets: wcupatix.com | 610.436.2266
Event Information: wcupa.edu/music
Free Live Stream available at vimeo.com/wsom
Parking: wcupa.edu/parking | 610-436-3345
In case of an emergency, please notify an usher for assistance.
TICKETS
Most Wells School of Music events are free and open to the public. Select special events may require a ticket, with proceeds supporting music scholarships and ensemble expenses. Ticketed events, unless otherwise noted, are coordinated by Student Services Inc. (SSI) at Sykes Student Union. Ticket prices vary by event; the Holiday Program is a flat $15 for all attendees, while other events may follow different pricing structures. Seating is general admission unless otherwise specified. For SSI ticket information, visit wcupatix.com or call 610.436.2266. For all other ticketed events, please refer to the links provided with each event description.
LATECOMERS
Please wait for an appropriate break in the performance before entering the hall.
RECORDINGS AND PHOTOGRAPHY
The use of camera and recording devices is strictly prohibited due to copyright and privacy legislation. Please turn off all electronic recording devices and silence cell phones.
GROUPS/SCHOOLS
Advance arrangements must be made to ensure space and accommodate parking. Please email musicinfo@wcupa.edu or call 610.436.2868.
PARKING
Free parking is available in student lots behind the E.O. Bull Center and Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre (M-Lot and Matlack Parking Structure) during summer, winter, and all evening/ weekend events in fall and spring. During fall and spring, student lots are enforced Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–4:00 PM, and employee lots are enforced year-round. For weekday events during those hours, please RSVP to musicinfo@wcupa.edu to request a parking pass.
ACCESSIBILITY
All performance venues at West Chester University utilized by the Wells School of Music are equipped with elevator and ramp access. As space can be limited, please be sure to notify the box office in advance if you require special accommodations for seating. For events off campus, please check with the respective venue regarding accessibility and accommodations.
SMOKING POLICY
Smoking or carrying a lighted pipe, cigar, cigarette, e-cigarette, vape or any other type of smoking paraphernalia is prohibited in all university buildings. Smoking is only permitted in designated smoking areas on campus.
DONATIONS
Events at the Wells School of Music are often supported by individual donors and organizations. Contributions to the Wells School of Music may be made payable to: West Chester University Foundation 202 Carter Drive, West Chester, PA 19382 Please include “Wells School of Music Excellence Fund.” in the memo line. For further information, please call 610.436.2868 or visit wcufoundation.org
STAY UP TO DATE
Be sure to check our online events calendar at wcupa.edu/music for changes to the schedule before you leave home. Our online events calendar will include additional events by our students, faculty, and guest artists that were unable to make this brochure. If you would like to request your own copy of this brochure, please email musicinfo@wcupa.edu.
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VENUES
Through an eclectic assortment of performance venues across campus, West Chester University offers both intimate and spacious as well as historic and modern venues suited for the variety of over 200 performances offered yearly by the Wells School of Music.
Madeleine
Emilie K. Asplundh
Hall,
Philips
Philips Memorial Building Swope
ADMINISTRATION
Christopher Hanning, Dean
Elizabeth Pfaffle, Assistant Dean for Curriculum and Assessment
WSOM ADVISORY BOARD*
Carol Anderson-Duncan, Class of ‘78
Kathleen Boyer, Class of ‘80
Mimi Butler, Class of ‘78
Melissa Dunphy, Class of ‘09
Stephen Leonard, Class of ’72, M’80
Sterling Murray, retired faculty
Patricia Powell, retired faculty
Robert Rinaldi, Jacobs Music Company
John Villella, ’76, M ’82
Michael Windish, Class of ‘03
WSOM WELCOMES
NEW FACULTY
DR. SARAH GULISH
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF MUSIC EDUCATION
PH.D. TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
M.ED. CABRINI COLLEGE
B.MUED TEMPLE UNIVERSITY
Brian Cox, Assistant Dean for Budget and Personnel
Kaysey Davis, Planning and Logistics Manager
ENSEMBLES & CONDUCTING
Andrew Yozviak, Director of Bands, Chair
Kimberly Dunn Adams, Director of Choral Activities
Paul Bryan, Director of Orchestral Studies
Jonathan Ragonese, Director of Jazz Studies
Adam Gumble, Director of Athletic Bands
Ryan Kelly, Associate Director of Choral Activities
