MUSIC AT EMORY
2022–2023
This concert is presented by the Schwartz Center for Performing Arts.
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Audience Information
Please turn off phones and all electronic devices. Photography, recording, or digital capture of this concert is not permitted.
Ushers
The Schwartz Center welcomes a volunteer usher corps of approximately 60 members each year. Visit schwartz.emory.edu/volunteer or call 404.727.6640 for ushering opportunities.
Accessibility
The Schwartz Center is committed to providing performances and facilities accessible to all. Please direct accommodation requests to the Schwartz Center Box Office at 404.727.5050, or by email at boxoffice@emory.edu.
Design and Photography Credits
Cover Design: Lisa Baron | Cover Photo: Mark Teague
Acknowledgment
This season, the Schwartz Center is celebrating 20 years of world-class performances and wishes to gratefully acknowledge the generous ongoing support of Donna and Marvin Schwartz.
MUSIC AT EMORY
Emory Big Band Spring Concert
Gary Motley, Big Band Director and Director of Jazz Studies
Randy Hunter, Assistant Big Band Director
Jane Chakraborty, Student Assistant
Tuesday, April 11, 2023, 8:00 p.m.
Emerson Concert Hall
Schwartz Center for Performing Arts
2022–2023
But Thanks for Asking by Jeff Jarvis
Danza del Carcayu by Kris Berg
One by One by Wayne Shorter
I’m Getting Sentimental Over You by George Bassman
Lil’ Green Nut by Drew Zaremba
How My Heart Sings by Earl Zindars
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Program
arr. Mark Taylor
arr. Mark Taylor
arr. Mike Tomaro Juggernaut by Andrew Neu
Emory University Big Band
Gary Motley, big band director and director of jazz studies
Randy Hunter, assistant big band director
Jane Chakraborty, student assistant
Saxophone
Ryan Ruhde, Robert Schmidt, Adam Shah, Jason Bisgay, Rob LaTerza
Trombone
Josh Peacock, Tim Brewer, Griffin Noble, Shiven Sinha
Trumpet
Michael Cruse*, Nathaniel Lechtzin, Jeffrey Zheng
Rhythm Section
Ethan Lane, piano; Evan Covey, guitar;
Justin Hahm, bass; Tommy Parker, drums
* indicates Emory artist affiliate
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Emory Jazz Studies
The Emory Jazz Studies program features courses in improvisation and history, as well as private instruction and performance opportunities. The mission is to educate students about the rich traditions of American jazz while providing insight into the creative process through performance and analysis. The program includes undergraduate and graduate students spanning the liberal arts. Musicians develop skills in performance through the study of classic repertory in smaller ensembles or in the big band, which focuses on traditional works of the past and present.
Gary Motley, big band director and director of jazz studies
Randy Hunter, assistant big band director, artist affiliate (saxophone)
Dan Baraszu, artist affiliate (guitar)
Michael Cruse, combo coach, artist affiliate (trombone/trumpet)
Justin Chesarek, artist affiliate (drums)
Chris Riggenbach, combo coach, artist affiliate (double bass/electric bass)
Jane Chakraborty, student assistant
Emory Jazz Alliance
The Emory Jazz Alliance is devoted to supporting jazz education, awareness, and performance at Emory University. Donations will support Emory Jazz Studies by providing funding for residencies, program development, and community outreach. Students of Emory Jazz have been a part of an exceptional and nurturing space that prepares students to be the next generation of jazz artists and also creates connections and educational experiences with the industry’s top jazz artists. Become a member today by visiting music.emory.edu/home/about/support or scanning the QR code.
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Music at Emory
The Department of Music at Emory University provides an exciting and innovative environment for developing knowledge and skills as a performer, composer, and scholar. Led by a faculty of more than 60 nationally and internationally recognized artists and researchers, undergraduate and graduate students experience a rich diversity of performance and academic opportunities. Undergraduate students in the department earn a BA in music with a specialization in performance, composition, or research; many simultaneously earn a second degree in another department. True to the spirit of Emory, a liberal arts college in the heart of a research university, faculty members and ensembles also welcome the participation of non-major students from across the Emory campus. Become a part of Music at Emory by giving to the Friends of Music. A gift provides crucial support to all music activities. To learn more, visit music.emory.edu or call 404.727.6280.
Upcoming Emory Music Concerts
Many spring music events at Emory University are free to attend. View event information at music.emory.edu or schwartz.emory.edu. If tickets are required for attendance, prices are indicated in the listings below in the following order: Full price/Emory student price (unless otherwise noted as the price for all students).
Friday, April 14, noon, Emory’s Young Artists, ECMSA: Cooke Noontime Series, Carlos Museum, free
Friday, April 14, 8:00 p.m., Emory Wind Ensemble, Schwartz Center, Emerson Concert Hall, free
Saturday, April 15, 2:00 p.m., Francis Peng and Annie Seo, Senior Piano Recitals, Schwartz Center, Emerson Concert Hall, free
Saturday, April 15, 5:00 p.m., Christy Song, Senior Flute/Violin Recital, Schwartz Center, Emerson Concert Hall, free
Saturday, April 15, 8:00 p.m., StageWorks 2023, Performing Arts Studio, free
Sunday, April 16, 2:00 p.m., Emory Chamber Ensembles, Schwartz Center, Emerson Concert Hall, free
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Music at Emory
Music at Emory brings together students, faculty, and world-class artists to create an exciting and innovative season of performances, lectures, workshops, and master classes. With more than 150 events each year across multiple Emory venues, audiences experience a wide variety of musical offerings.
We hope you enjoy sampling an assortment of work from our student ensembles, community youth ensembles, artists in residence, professional faculty, up-and-coming prodigies, and virtuosos from around the world.
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