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Andrews University Agenda http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/ News and Events at Andrews University en-us Copyright 2026, Andrews University Mon, 9 Nov 2026 00:44:00 +0000 Mon, 9 Nov 2026 00:44:00 +0000 webmaster@andrews.edu webmaster@andrews.edu South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestra http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/70482 <h1 data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody" style="direction: ltr; font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> Experience the Power of Live Orchestral Music!</h1> <h2 style="direction: ltr; font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);"> South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestras — Fall Concert</h2> <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">Sunday, November 22, 2026 | 4:00 PM <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">Join the South Bend Youth Symphony Orchestras (SBYSO) for an inspiring afternoon of live orchestral music as more than 130 talented young musicians take the stage for the first full-length concert of the 2026–27 season! <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">Featuring powerful symphonic masterpieces, expressive melodies, and the remarkable talent of young musicians from across northern Indiana and southwest Michigan, this concert promises an unforgettable musical experience for audiences of all ages. <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">The afternoon opens with the Concert Orchestra, conducted by Zac Coudret, performing a diverse program of orchestral favorites and evocative works, including: <ul style="color: rgb(36, 36, 36); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; direction: ltr; flex-direction: column; display: flex;"> <li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); direction: ltr; align-self: start;"> Haydn/Isaac — Symphony No. 88</li> <li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); direction: ltr; align-self: start;"> Barnes — Yorkshire Ballad</li> <li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); direction: ltr; align-self: start;"> Wagner — Ancient Echoes of Time</li> </ul> <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">The Symphony Orchestra, SBYSO’s advanced ensemble, takes the stage under the direction of Dr. Robert Boardman for a thrilling program featuring two monumental works: the first movement of Mahler’s Symphony No. 2 and Beethoven’s dramatic Leonore Overture No. 3. <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">The Symphony Orchestra will also feature David Polaniecki, winner of the 2025–26 SBYSO Concert Competition, performing Paul Hindemith’s deeply expressive Trauermusik—a special opportunity to experience an outstanding young soloist alongside the full orchestra. <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 16px; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">With musicians ages 10–18 representing a ten-county region, SBYSO celebrates the dedication, artistry, and passion of the next generation of classical musicians. Come experience the energy of a live performance and discover what these extraordinary young artists can accomplish together. SBYSO thanks our season sponsor, Indiana Trust Wealth Management, as well as the Community Foundation of Saint Joseph County and the Indiana Arts Commission, for their<span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 16px; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;"> support. <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">We invite you to join us for an afternoon of inspiring music and outstanding young talent.  <span style="border: 0px; font-style: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-weight: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-size: 12pt; line-height: inherit; font-family: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size-adjust: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-language-override: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline; color: inherit;">Learn more about SBYSO: <ul style="color: rgb(36, 36, 36); font-family: "Segoe UI", "Segoe UI Web (West European)", -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, Roboto, "Helvetica Neue", sans-serif; font-size: 15px; direction: ltr; flex-direction: column; display: flex;"> <li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); direction: ltr; align-self: start;"> Website: <a data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0" data-outlook-id="492b3a59-a6c7-4b13-a4e1-91bdf0b2a784" href="https://sbyso.org/" style="border: 0px; font: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;" title="https://sbyso.org/">https://sbyso.org</a></li> <li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); direction: ltr; align-self: start;"> Email: sbyso@sbyso.org</li> <li style="font-family: Aptos, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12pt; color: rgb(0, 0, 0); direction: ltr; align-self: start;"> Call or text: 574-302-5900</li> </ul> Sun, 08 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000 Andrews University Symphony Orchestra Fall Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69255 Andrews University Symphony Orchestra Conductor: Marc Élysée The Andrews University Symphony Orchestra is the core ensemble of the orchestral program at Andrews University. In addition to their current series at the Howard Performing Arts Center, the Symphony Orchestra travels within the Great Lakes region as well as internationally. Since 2006, the orchestra has performed in Italy, Austria, Germany, France, the Philippines and Costa Rica. More information coming later... Sat, 07 Nov 2026 19:30:00 +0000 Sunday Music Series: Chi Yong Yun http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69540 Pianist Chi Yong Yun has been hailed by audiences and critics alike as an artist of rare poetic insight and pianistic brilliance. Yun’s performances as a soloist, recitalist and chamber musician have received critical acclaim throughout the United States, Europe and Asia. Born in Seoul, Korea, Yun moved to the United States at the age of 6, where she continued her musical studies. An avid pedagogue, teaching has been an important and substantial part of Yun’s career. She has given master classes throughout the U.S. and worldwide, and she is currently professor of music and director of keyboard studies at Andrews University. Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:41:46 +0000 Andrews Wind Symphony: A Symphonic Voyage http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69252 Andrews University Wind Symphony Conductor: Denisse Santos-Gooden The Andrews University Wind Symphony maintains a significant travel schedule throughout the Great Lakes area and seeks to provide high quality music programs and concerts representative of Adventist education and Andrews University. The Wind Symphony has performed in England, France, Spain, Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland, Canada and throughout the United States.   Repertoire: Beyond the Horizon—Rossano Galante Under Western Skies—Kevin McKee I. Sundown II. Sunup—High Noon (Luke Mularczyk and Valeria Trevino, trumpet soloists) The Irish Washerwoman—Leroy Anderson Killer Tango—Sonny Kompanek (Andrews Brass) Courtly Airs & Dances—Ron Nelson I. Intrada IV. Saltarello (Italy) V. Sarabande (Spain) VI. Allemande (Germany) April in Paris—Vernon Duke, arr. Rick Stitzel (Jazz Ensemble) -Intermission- Olympic Fanfare—John Williams, arr. James Curnow Danzon No. 2—Arturo Márquez, trans. Oliver Nickel Variations on a Korean Folk Song—John Barnes Chance Arabian Dances—Roland Barrett (Oscar Flores, undergraduate student conductor) The Stars and Stripes Forever—John Philip Sousa, arr. Keith Brion   (65:50 minutes) Thu, 05 Nov 2026 10:23:28 +0000 Howard Center Presents: The Vienna Boys Choir http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69281 The Vienna Boys’ Choir is recognized as the world’s premier children’s choral ensemble, with a history that spans nearly 500 years. Comprised of boys ages 10 to 14, the choir performs an extensive and diverse repertoire ranging from medieval music, motets, and lieder to masterworks by composers such as Mozart, Bruckner, Gluck and Schubert. What began as an imperial ensemble has evolved into a world-renowned institution and educational campus. Today, the Vienna Boys’ Choir operates as a private, nonprofit organization, supported primarily through concert performances as well as donations and sponsorships. The organization currently includes 90 active choristers divided among four touring choirs, which collectively perform nearly 300 concerts each year around the world. We invite you to experience the rich tradition, artistry and history of the Vienna Boys’ Choir. Thu, 29 Oct 2026 15:13:47 +0000 Andrews University Choirs Fall Concert http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69254 Andrews University Choirs Interim Conductor: Brenton Offenback The Andrews University Singers is the select choir of the Department of Music and represents Andrews University locally, nationally and abroad through concert tours, television broadcast and audio recordings. They have given highly acclaimed international concert tours throughout the countries of Great Britain, Iceland, Norway, Brazil, Zimbabwe, Chile, South Africa, Bahamas, Bermuda and Puerto Rico. Tue, 27 Oct 2026 15:29:40 +0000 Sunday Music Series: Daniel Quinn http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69285 Daniel Quinn will perform a solo classical guitar concert on Oct. 18. The program will include "Grand Solo" by Fernando Sor, "Haru no Umi" by Michio Miyagi, "Capriccio Diabolico" by Mario Castlenuovo-Tedesco, "Le Decameron Negro" by Leo Brouwer, "Wind Color Vector" by Takashi Yoshimatsu and other works.  Thu, 08 Oct 2026 15:10:50 +0000 SMSO: Bernstein, Brahms and Barber http://www.andrews.edu/agenda/69272 Featured Works: S. Barber, "Overture from 'The School for Scandal'" L. Bernstein, "Chichester Psalms" J. Brahms, "Symphony No. 2" J. Brahms, "Abendstandchen (Evening Serenade) <o:p></o:p> NOTE: This event features a FREE 30-min pre-concert conversation with music director and conductor Matt Aubin that opens one hour before concert start time. Featured Guests: Chorllennium of Southwest Michigan <o:p></o:p> <o:p> </o:p> TICKETS<o:p></o:p> Single Tickets on Sale Aug. 1<o:p></o:p> Adult: Zone A $42, Zone B $25.25  Youth*: Zone A $21, Zone B $12.75  Processing fees included in price. *Youth: ages 6–17 years   EVENT SCHEDULE 1:30 p.m.—Doors Open 2 p.m.—FREE Pre-concert Conversation with Maestro Aubin (30 min) 3 p.m.—Concert (90 min)<o:p></o:p> Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:23:09 +0000