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JMU Wind Symphony

WED, FEB 18
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Wind Symphony

WED, FEB 18
 CONCERT HALL


The JMU Wind Symphony, under the direction of Christopher Cicconi, is the premier woodwind, brass and percussion ensemble at JMU. The Wind Symphony is committed to performing the great works of the wind band’s core repertoire while also exploring the best of contemporary composition. 
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JMU Chamber Orchestra

TUE, FEB 24
 RECITAL HALL

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JMU Chamber Orchestra

TUE, FEB 24
 RECITAL HALL


The JMU Chamber Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. Kira Omelchenko, is conducted by graduate orchestral conducting students and comprises of strings, winds, brass, and percussion musicians.

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JMU Brass Band

FRI, FEB 27
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Brass Band

FRI, FEB 27
 CONCERT HALL


Recently crowned the 2024 North American Brass Association Championship Section winning band, the JMU Brass Band is one of the most successful collegiate brass bands in the world today. Formed by Professor Kevin Stees in the Fall of 2000, the band was named the North American Brass Band Association 1st Section Champion in 2004 and 2005, and was the 2006, 2007, 2010, 2016, 2019, and 2022 NABBA Championship Section Runner-up.
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The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac

Produced by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Honolulu, HI

SUN, MAR 1
 CONCERT HALL

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The Great Race: The Story of the Chinese Zodiac

Produced by Honolulu Theatre for Youth of Honolulu, HI

SUN, MAR 1
 CONCERT HALL


The show weaves a joy-filled family celebration with a re-telling of one of the most beloved tales in Chinese folklore - the origin story of the Chinese Zodiac. Meet Po Po and Kung Kung, as they celebrate Chinese New Year by making dumplings and sharing the story of The Great Race with their grandkids, Freddie and Ivy. Recommended for audiences ages 4 and up. Video
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Beth Chandler Cahill, flute

with Paulo Steinberg, piano

MON, MAR 2
 RECITAL HALL

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Beth Chandler Cahill, flute

with Paulo Steinberg, piano

MON, MAR 2
 RECITAL HALL


Flutist Beth Chandler Cahill enjoys a performance career as soloist and chamber musician. Praised for her musical versatility and colorful sound, she has been featured at major venues, universities, and festivals throughout the U.S. and abroad. She will be performing with Paulo Steinberg.

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Carl Donakowski, cello

with Gabriel Dobner, piano

TUE, MAR 3
 RECITAL HALL

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Carl Donakowski, cello

with Gabriel Dobner, piano

TUE, MAR 3
 RECITAL HALL


Carl Donakowski holds a B.M. from Indiana University, a D.M.A. from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, and an Artist Diploma from the Musikhochschule Freiburg. He will be performing with Gabriel Dobner.

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PIPPIN

Music and lyrics by Steven Schwartz
Book by Roger O. Hirson

Originally produced on the Broadway stage by Stuart Ostrow
Originally directed on the Broadway stage by Bob Fosse
2013 Broadway revival directed by Diane Paulus
Theo ending originally conceived in 1998 by Mitch Sebastian

TUE-SUN, MAR 3-8
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE

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PIPPIN

Music and lyrics by Steven Schwartz
Book by Roger O. Hirson

Originally produced on the Broadway stage by Stuart Ostrow
Originally directed on the Broadway stage by Bob Fosse
2013 Broadway revival directed by Diane Paulus
Theo ending originally conceived in 1998 by Mitch Sebastian

TUE-SUN, MAR 3-8
 MAINSTAGE THEATRE


With an infectiously unforgettable score from four-time GRAMMY winner, three-time Oscar winner and musical theatre giant, Stephen Schwartz, PIPPIN is the story of a man’s journey to the extraordinary. The son of a king, Pippin is stuck between what is expected of him and the possibilities that forging his own path holds. Contains adult content, adult language, violence, and sexual content. Recommended for ages 13 and up.
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JMU Symphonic Band

WED, MAR 4
 CONCERT HALL

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JMU Symphonic Band

WED, MAR 4
 CONCERT HALL


The Symphonic Band is an ensemble of 50-60 select woodwind, brass and percussion players. The ensemble performs music ranging from the best of the core repertoire to the latest in contemporary composition and is under the direction of Christopher Cicconi. Contains flashing lights.
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The Madison Singers and The JMU Treble Chamber Choir

FRI, MAR 6
 CONCERT HALL

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The Madison Singers and The JMU Treble Chamber Choir

FRI, MAR 6
 CONCERT HALL


The Madison Singers is the advanced, auditioned choral chamber ensemble at JMU. The Treble Chamber Choir ensemble is designed to provide a platform for the discovery and presentation of often untapped advanced treble repertoire.
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Sam Suggs, bass

MON, MAR 9
 RECITAL HALL

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Sam Suggs, bass

MON, MAR 9
 RECITAL HALL


Sam Suggs was named New Artist of the Month by Musical America, soon after receiving 1st prize at the 2015 International Society of Bassists Solo Competition, at which he performed many of his own compositions. 

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