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: Rachel Fishback, viola

Rachel Fishback, C. J. Page, Joey Grunkemeyer, and Jesse Cook

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Ms. Fishback studies viola with Paul Murphy.
Atlanta Symphony Orchestra

Elizabeth Koch Tiscione

The Atlanta Symphony Orchestra returns to Kennesaw State University to tackle classical symphonies by two big personalities and feature KSU's own as soloist. The spirit of 18th-century composer Franz Joseph Haydn hovers over this concert led by conductor Carlo Rizzi. 20th century Russian Sergei Prokofiev pays homage to Haydn in his nimble and puckish "Classical" Symphony while Beethoven, a cantankerous student of Haydn, echoed the master in his sunny and explosively exuberant Symphony No. 2 one hundred years earlier. Elizabeth Koch Tiscione, ASO Principal Oboe and KSU Artist-in-Residence, solos in Mozart's Oboe Concerto.
Junior and Non-degree Recital: Hayden McAfee, horn and Will Worthan, horn

Hayden McAfee, Will Worthan, Erika Tazawa, and Arie Motschman

This joint recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degrees Bachelor of Music in Performance and Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Mr. McAfee studies horn with Richard Williams. Mr. Worthan studies horn with Jason Eklund.
Jazz Ensembles

KSU School of Music presents Jazz Ensembles featuring Jazz Ensemble I led by Director of Jazz Studies Sam Skelton, and KSU Jazz Ensemble II led by Wes Funderburk, Artist-in-Residence in Jazz Studies and Jazz Trombone.
KSU Symphony Orchestra, "Stars: In our galaxy and in one far, far away..."

Matthew Hodgetts, Huijeong Lee, and Eric Louis Ramos

This performance of the KSU Symphony Orchestra conducted by Nathaniel F. Parker features Matthew Hodgetts, clarinet, and Huijeong Lee, violin, winners of the KSU Concerto Competition. Also featured is the world premiere performance of "Cascading," composed by Eric Louis Ramos, winner of the KSU Composition Competition.
Senior Recital: Damontae Scott, tenor saxophone

Damontae Scott, Gage Fisher, Simon Needle, Francisco Lora, and Zachary Smith

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Scott studies saxophone with Sam Skelton.
Senior Recital: Andrew Ereddia, alto saxophone

Andrew Ereddia, Michael Opitz, Trey Dunnahoo, Brad Cannata, and Brandon Boone

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Ereddia studies saxophone with Sam Skelton.
"Trumpet Extravaganza," KSU Trumpet Studio Recital featuring North-Atlanta Trumpet Ensemble

Arie Motschman

KSU Trumpet Studio presents "Trumpet Extravaganza" featuring North-Atlanta Trumpet Ensemble, directed by Douglas Lindsey.
Junior Recital: Kristin Houston, jazz voice

Kristin Houston, Brian Reid, Patrick Arthur, Francisco Lora, and Justin Chesarek

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Ms. Houston studies jazz voice with Karla Harris.
"Hidden Treasures" featuring Song of Atlanta, Atlanta Vocal Project, SoundFX and Category 4

Signature Series: This special performance features Song of Atlanta and Atlanta Vocal Project along with SoundFX and Category 4 Quartet. These award-winning Atlanta-based a cappella vocal ensembles share their passion for harmony in their spring barbershop showcase.
Junior Recital: Brenden Ayestaran, clarinet

Brenden Ayestaran, Eric Jenkins, Amelia Lee, and Dustin Price

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Ayestaran studies clarinet with John Warren.
Junior Recital: Lauren Greene, violin

Lauren Greene and Judith Cole

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Ms. Greene studies violin with Helen Kim.
Senior Recital: Drew Lloyd, jazz bass

Drew Lloyd, Brian Reid, Patrick Arthur, Michael Opitz, and Jonathan Mills

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Lloyd studies double bass with Marc Miller.
Senior Recital: Huijeong Lee, violin

Huijeong Lee and Judith Cole

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degrees Bachelor of Music in Performance and Bachelor of Music in Music Education. Ms. Lee studies violin with Helen Kim.
Senior Recital: Nathaniel Roberts, violin

Nathaniel Roberts and Judith Cole

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Roberts studies violin with Helen Kim.
Choral Ensembles Spring Concert

Sherri N. Barrett, Lauren Greene, M. K. Guthrie, Douglas Lindsey, Mary Allison Hamby, Claire Pappas, Jeremiah Robinson, Caleb Stack, and Ziara Greene

This Kennesaw State University School of Music performance features Chamber Singers, Men's Ensemble, and University Chorale directed by Dr. Leslie Blackwell, Director of Choral Activities and Professor of Music and Music Education.
Junior Recital: Jacob Greifinger, trumpet

Jacob Greifinger, Jeremy Perkins, Max Scott, Samuel Boeger, and Connor Sullivan

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Greifinger studies trumpet with Douglas Lindsey and Michael Tiscione.
KSU Wind Ensemble with Kell High School Wind Ensemble

The KSU School of Musc presents KSU Wind Ensemble, led by Director of Bands and Professor of Music Dr. David Kehler, with guest performance by the Kell High School Wind Ensemble conducted by David Roth and Taylor Watts.
Mixed Chamber Ensembles, Spring 2018

This performance of KSU Mixed Chamber Ensembles features students performing a variety of chamber works for various groupings of instruments.
Senior Capstone Lecture Recital: Hannah Smith, soprano

Hannah Smith and Brenda Brent

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Arts in Music. Ms. Smith studies voice with Jana Young.
Senior Capstone Lecture Recital: Kenan Mitchell, baritone/bass

Kenan Mitchell and Brenda Brent

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Arts in Music. Mr. Mitchell studies voice with Jana Young.
Philharmonic and Tuba / Euphonium Choir

Kate Mitchell, Brian Mallett, Dorian Silva, Susan Reyes, Matthias Kosse, and Andrew Yi

This Kennesaw State University School of Music performance features Philharmonic, directed by Assistant Professor of Music Education Dr. Nancy Conley, with the KSU Tuba/Euphonium Choir led by Paul Dickinson, Artist-in-Residence and Part-Time Assistant Professor of Low Brass.
Junior Recital: Deondria West, soprano and Matthew Welsh, baritone/bass

Deondria West, Matthew Welsh, and Judith Cole

This joint recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degrees Bachelor of Music in Performance. Ms. West and Mr. Welsh study voice with Todd Wedge.
Gospel Choir Spring Concert

Lauryn Davis, Erinn Johnson, David Rhone II, and Michael Woods

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.
Senior Recital: Devin Aaron Witt, bass trombone

Devin Aaron Witt and Judith Cole

This recital is presented in partial fulfillment of requirements for the degree Bachelor of Music in Performance. Mr. Witt studies bass trombone with Brian Hecht.