Announcing 2007-2008 Season
Whether you enjoy classical, contemporary Christian, gospel, jazz or
Latin music the Howard Performing Art Center is Southwest Michigan's
finest place for an exceptional concert experience-a concert hall
designed with beautiful music in mind.
Join us as we kick off the season with Opening Night 2007! This
free concert is our gift to the community
and will once again feature Lake Effect Jazz from St. Joseph,
Mich. They will be joined by Quintessence Jazz from South Bend,
Ind.
This year we're pleased to welcome some of the very best performers in a
wide variety of musical styles.
At the start of the season get a taste of Latin America as Juan
Carlos Rodriguez, with his powerful tenor voice,
presents an Evening of Latin Music. Travel to Europe with pianist
Leon Bates and the Borealis Wind Quintet as they
collaborate together for an evening celebrating French music. And once
again the Fischoff Chamber Music Competition
Winner will perform-this year the Prima Trio from the Oberlin
Conservatory of Music. Andrews University Professor
of Music Carla Trynchuk, violin, will perform with guest cellist
Stephen Framil. And, "One of the finest flutists of our time,"
Eugenia Zukerman, will present a solo recital. Rounding out our
classical offerings,
the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra will perform
Beethoven's 7th Symphony. Stephen Zork,
baritone and Andrews University Professor of Music, will also appear
with the Symphony.
If jazz is your genre of choice, this year's schedule features vocalist
Sophie Milman from Toronto, Canada.
She will perform jazz standards accompanied by her four-piece band.
And for some holiday cheer, you won't want to miss Manhattan
Transfer!
We're also delighted to host Christian music powerhouses and Grammy
award-winning groups Take 6 and Point of Grace.
In addition, pastor and gospel singer Wintley Phipps will
present an evening of inspirational favorites,
including a selection of hymns and spirituals. Fernando Ortega,
accompanied by a string quartet,
will share his poetry in song, proclaiming his love and gratitude to
God.
In addition the Andrews University Department of Music has a full
concert schedule with performances
by the Symphony Orchestra, Wind Symphony, Sinfonietta, University
Singers, University Chorale, Men's Chorus and Canta Bella.
Check out our events
page for a full listing of performances.
We look forward to seeing you at the Howard Performing Arts Center this
season; your home for an exceptional concert experience.
Deborah Poole
Manager
Tickets will go on sale August 1, 2007.
Box Office: 269.471.3560 or 888.467.6442.
Mon-Thu 1:30-5:00p
