New York-based Harlem Quartet has been praised for its “panache” by The New York Times and hailed in the Cincinnati Enquirer for “bringing a new attitude to classical music, one that is fresh, bracing and intelligent.” Harlem Quartet advances diversity in classical music while engaging new audiences with varied repertoire that includes works by minority composers.
We end the year strong with a showcase of all the choirs of ASU. This culminating performance features Barrett Symphonic Choir, Canticum Bassum, Choral Union, Concert Choir, Gospel Choir, Mill Ave Jazz, and Sol Singers.
This program will include a performance of Durufle's Requiem performed by Concert Choir and Choral Union with organist Dr. Valerie Harris.
The Arizona State University choral department invites you to a spectacular Spring Choral Concert. Under the direction of Dr. Frank A. Watkins and Brett Taylor, the ASU Concert Choir and Choral Union will present a diverse program celebrating the joy and depth of choral literature. Don't miss this opportunity to witness two of the university's finest ensembles sharing the stage for a night of musical excellence.
You don't want to miss this pops concert put on by the ASU Barrett Symphonic Choir! The evening features choral numbers and soloists from the choir.
All ticket sales are ONLINE ONLY and open three weeks prior to event dates. There will be no in-person sales at the event. Please purchase tickets in advance. Guests who do not have a ticket at the door will be directed to purchase them online. Additional ticket service fees apply to every purchase.
Enjoy an evening of choral excellence with Concert Choir, Gospel Choir, and Mill Ave Jazz. This performance will also feature the Gateway Polytechnic Academy Choral Program under the direction of Emily Stanton.
All ticket sales are ONLINE ONLY and open three weeks prior to event dates. There will be no in-person sales at the event. Please purchase tickets in advance. Guests who do not have a ticket at the door will be directed to purchase them online. Additional ticket service fees apply to every purchase.
The ASU Philharmonia will collaborate once again with the Philharmonic Orchestra from the Phoenix Youth Symphony Orchestras (PYSO) in an inspiring side-by-side concert at Gammage.
Both ensembles, directed and conducted by Julie Desbordes, will join forces to co-create a meaningful evening of music making, and to celebrate our youths’ exceptional talents and voices. Repertoire to be announced.
Join us as we close the ASU Wind Bands season with a celebration of our students’ remarkable accomplishments and a heartfelt tribute to our graduating seniors.
Christopher Creviston, guest artist
Maroon and Gold Band
Repertoire TBD
Wind Symphony
Alexander Glazunov, "Concerto for Alto Saxophone"
Frank Ticheli, "Fantastic Dreams"
Soundscapes in Motion brings together the ASU Symphony Orchestra and ASU Wind Ensemble for a program of sweeping drama, emotional depth and sonic exploration. The Wind Ensemble, joined by ASU faculty pianist Andrew Campbell, performs James David's driving Pulsing Onward and David Maslanka’s expansive Symphony No. 7. The Symphony Orchestra brings to life some of the most vivid and iconic scenes from Prokofiev’s and Tchaikovsky’s Romeo and Juliet, capturing moments of tenderness, tension and triumph.
As our students prepare for a well-earned spring break, join us for a joyful concert showcasing their hard work this semester. We can’t wait to share the music we’ve been preparing for the Gammage stage!
Wind Symphony
John Gibson, "'Pegasus'" from The Sleeping Spirit"
Robert Honstein," Concerto for Percussion"
Kevin Day, "Symphony No. 2"
Wind Ensemble
TBA
David Biedenbender, "Enigma"
Join current ASU students for the annual Color Cabaret. This entirely student-led cabaret helps provide an opportunity for composers, lyricists/librettists and performers of color, formed through personal connections, friends and colleagues from all over ASU, to share their creativity.
May contain language and subject matter not suitable for young audiences.