Bailey School of Music Concert Programs

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Below is a collection of programs from the Kennesaw State University School of Music.

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Senior Recital: Crystal Maldonado, clarinet

Crystal Maldonado, Judith Cole, and Michael Ollman

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Ms. Maldonado studies clarinet with John Warren.
Gospel Choir with guest artist Babbie Mason

Babbie Mason, Lauryn Davis, DeeDee West, Jeremy Jakari Rush, Terea Tarver, and Cory Mason

This KSU School of Music performance features special guest artist, Babbie Mason. Led by Professor Emeritus Dr. Oral Moses, the KSU Gospel Choir features members from across the university and community who come together to perform sacred music ranging from traditional spirituals to gospel favorites in various styles.
Choral Ensembles, "Celtic and English Traditions"

Cody O'Shea, Christopher Bowers, and Sherri N. Barrett

This KSU School of Music performance features KSU Chamber Singers, Men's Ensemble, and University Chorale directed by Dr. Leslie J. Blackwell, Director of Choral Activities.
Junior Recital: Simon Needle, jazz guitar

Simon Needle, Andrew Ereddia, Damontae Scott, Gage Fisher, Jonathan Pace, and Francisco Lora

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Needle studies guitar with Trey Wright.
Symphony Orchestra, "From the New World"

This special performance, "From the New World," features the KSU Symphony Orchestra led by Dr. Nathaniel F. Parker, Director of Orchestral String Studies.
Faculty Recital: Helen Kim, violin with Robert Henry, piano

Helen Kim and Robert Henry

This KSU School of Music performance features Professor of Violin, Helen Kim and Assistant Professor of Music and pianist, Robert Henry.
Senior Recital: Elizabeth Shaver, soprano and Non-degree Recital: Lizzy Godwin, soprano

Elizabeth Shaver, Lizzy Godwin, and Brenda Brent

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Ms. Shaver studies voice with Jana Young. Ms. Godwin studies voice with Eileen Moremen.
Senior Recital: Macy Swanson, mezzo-soprano and Marielle Reed, soprano

Macy Swanson, Marielle Reed, Brenda Brent, and Erika Tazawa

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Ms. Swanson and Ms. Reed study voice with Nathan Munson.
Classical Guitar & Jazz Guitar Ensemble

Aldo Cardenas, Ruth Bearden, Robert Herrington, Drew Lloyd, and Zack Smith

KSU School of Music presents Classical Guitar featuring Aldo Cardenas with Ruth Bearden, flute. Jazz Guitar Ensemble is directed by Senior Lecturer of Jazz Studies and Jazz Guitar, Trey Wright.
Mixed Chamber Ensembles

This performance features students performing a variety of chamber works for various groupings of instruments.
2017-18 Concerto Competition Final Round

Daniel Kim, Mason Upshaw, Lauren Greene, Matthew Hodgetts, Rachel Fishback, Andrew Berry, Huijeong Lee, and Jonathan Steltzer

The 2017 Concerto Competition culminates in this performance featuring students competing to perform as a featured soloist with the KSU Symphony Orchestra or KSU Wind Ensemble in Spring 2018.
Brass Ensembles Showcase

This performance features KSU brass ensembles led by Douglas Lindsey, Jason Eklund, Richard Williams, and Paul Dickinson.
Jazz Combos

Performances at 5:30 pm and 8:00 pm featuring KSU Jazz Combos, directed by Trey Wright, Justin Chesarek, Tyrone Jackson and Marc Miller. These performances will be held in the Onyx Theater.
Faculty Recital: Robert Henry, piano

Robert Henry

KSU Faculty Recital features Robert Henry, Assistant Professor of Music and Coordinator of Piano Studies.
Wind Ensemble

Brian Hecht

This performance of the KSU Wind Ensemble is dedicated to composer Karel Husa (1921–2016), and features Brian Hecht, bass trombone soloist.
Faculty Recital: Oral Moses, bass-baritone, "The Negro Spiritual"

Oral Moses and Rosalyn Lloyd

This KSU faculty recital, "The Negro Spiritual," features Professor Emeritus of Voice, Dr. Oral Moses, bass-baritone with Rosalyn Floyd, piano.
Faculty Recital: Tyrone Jackson, jazz piano, "Tribute to The Fender Rhodes in Jazz"

Tyrone Jackson, Karla Harris, Patrick Arthur, Brandon Boone, Chris Burroughs, and Frankie Quinones

KSU faculty recital featuring Lecturer in Jazz Piano, Tyrone Jackson paying "Tribute to The Fender Rhodes in Jazz."
Faculty Recital: Robert Cronin, flute

Robert Cronin, John Warren, and Peter Marshall

KSU faculty recital featuring Robert Cronin, Artist-in-Residence in Flute and Associate Principal Flute for the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, along with John Warren, clarinet and Peter Marshall, piano.
OcTUBAfest! 2017

Brian Meixner, Paul Dickinson, Caleb Houck, Michael Ollman, Joe Donohue, and Judith Cole

Octubafest! 2017 recital featuring performances by KSU low brass faculty and students, along with guest artist Brian Meixnert, euphonium.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Dejan Lazić

Music Director Robert Spano leads the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra in works by Michael Gandolfi, composer/pianist Dejan Lazić, and Rachmaninov's Symphony No. 3.
Senior Recital: Emily Hering, soprano

Emily Hering and Brenda Brent

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Ms. Hering studies voice with Jana Young.
Senior Recital: Cody O'Shea, baritone

Cody O'Shea and Judith Cole

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Mr. O'Shea studies voice with Todd Wedge.
Non-degree Recital: Ruth Bearden, flute and piccolo

Ruth Bearden, Aldo Cardenas, and Caleb Houck

Ms. Bearden studies flute with Cecilia Price.
Dr. Bobbie Bailey & Family Performance Center Anniversary Celebration

Huu Mai, Ryan Gregory, Tyler Hartley, Justin Rowen, Grace Kawamura, Jonathan Urizar, Eric Lindsey, Amy Smithwick, Nick Morrett, Brandon Radaker, Robert Boone, Luke Weathington, Michael Opitz, Mike DeSousa, Janna Graham, Brian Reid, Robert Henry, Judith Cole, Emily Herring, Claire Pappas, Savannah English, Brooks Payne, Sherri N. Barrett, and Jana Young

The School of Music is proud to welcome back to campus several of our esteemed alumni for a special recital as part of the Bailey Performance Center 10th anniversary celebration! The School of Music celebrates the opening of the Bailey Performance Center with featured performances by the KSU Wind Ensemble Brass and Percussion, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Singers, University Chorale and Chamber Singers Alumni Choir, along with pianist Robert Henry, soprano Jana Young, and more!
KSU Women's Choir and Kennesaw Mountain High School Advanced Women's Choir

Brenda Brent

This performance features KSU Women's Choir directed by Dr. Alison Mann, Associate Professor of Choral Music Education, with guest performance by the Kennesaw Mountain High School Advanced Women’s Choir.