Events & Tickets

Violinist Carla Trynchuk and pianist Chi Yong Yun will be performing a recital including works by Brahms, Szymanowski, and Faure. They are both music faculty at Andrews University and as soloists and recitalists have performed nationally and internationally in 20 different countries.

Many of you may remember, Sam Ocampo’s music is not about musical notes. It is about an experience. An experience of praise, gratitude and love. Sam will be returning to SW Michigan after a 20-year absence. This concert will mark Sam‘s 40th anniversary as a recording musician. On September 24, this soul-filled music journey of praise will include Ocampo classics, hymns and new, contemporary Christian songs. Guest artists will include Nino Ocampo, singer Scott Reed (one of the most beautiful voices in Christian music), a live band, and many others. This will be a rare, unique performance.

Brilliant vocal harmonies, an inspired lyrical creativity, and powerful, uncompromising testimonies pervade an evening with the award-winning Heritage Singers. This talented group of professional musicians features carefully selected vocalists with vocal styles ranging from traditional to contemporary Christian. Celebrating 45 years of ministry, Heritage has continued to bring the love of Jesus to millions through the international language of music.  Come join the Heritage Singers for this special time of praise!

The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band represents the professionalism and excellence found every day throughout the Air Force. This diverse, 45-piece ensemble’s repertoire ranges from symphonic band masterworks, to traditional marches, to modern compositions, to pops and jazz. During a concert, you are likely to hear stirring works from contemporary composers as well as the familiar sounds of John Philip Sousa or Major Glenn Miller. The band also features talented vocal soloists, performing a wide variety of popular, classical, and patriotic selections.

Founded in 2015, Fuego Quartet is an award-winning chamber group devoted to the performance of both standard and contemporary works written for the saxophone. Most recently, they were the awarded the Gold Medal of the 2017 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition, 1st place in Brass, Winds and Percussion at the Plowman Chamber Music Competition and 2nd Place in the 2017 National MTNA Chamber Music Competition. Fuego has been featured in a variety of settings from standard concert hall venues to community outreach concerts.  

Anthem Lights is an American Christian group originating from Nashville, TN.  Made up of four gifted vocalist and talented songwriters: Chad Graham, Spencer Kane, Caleb Grimm and Joseph Stamper, they are innovative, high energy, and ministry minded.  The meaning behind their name asserts that although there is lots of darkness in this life, in the end, light is going to come through and win.  They want to be a channel for that light to reach those who need it and to remind us that our lives have purpose and meaning in Christ.  A collaboration of pop and religious music has resulted in an edgy style of their own that is effectively making them a favorite among young people.

Jamie Grace Harper, an American contemporary Christian musician, singer, rapper and songwriter from Atlanta, Georgia grew up singing and playing instruments in both church and at home with her older sister, Morgan Harper.  In 2010 she was discovered by Toby Mac and signed to his record label Gotee Records under which she produced two albums.  At just 25 years old, now independent artist Jamie Grace has 4 #1 radio singles, many nominations as a singer/songwriter, millions of views on her weekly Youtube videos and a “crazy but awesome" (as Jamie Grace explains it) tour schedule.  Said to have a somewhat unusual style, Jamie Grace combines elements of hip hop, folk, and pop into one distinct sound.  This year, she released her latest hit single, “The Happy Song”.

Septura brings together London’s leading players to redefine brass chamber music through the uniquely expressive sound of the brass septet. In music for voice and piano, Septura explores a great transatlantic relationship between Maurice Ravel and George Gershwin, whom despite their vastly contrasting musical worlds of French impressionism and American jazz, developed a deep mutual respect for each other. Septura will open the concert with Ravel’s Mother Goose, charting a course from Fauré’s mélodies and moving on to Gershwin’s Songbook. They will perform Gershwin’s Three Piano Preludes and close with An American in Paris, especially arranged for brass and solo car-horns.

The Department of Music at Andrews University presents an evening of performances, showcasing original compositions by Max Keller, Kenneth Logan, Adriana Perera and Stephen Zork.

Violinist Carla Trynchuk and pianist Chi Yong Yun will be performing a recital including works by Brahms, Szymanowski, and Faure. They are both music faculty at Andrews University and as soloists and recitalists have performed nationally and internationally in 20 different countries.

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Pianist and conductor Ian Hobson is recognized internationally for his command of an extraordinarily comprehensive repertoire.  In addition to being a lauded performer, Mr. Hobson is a dedicated scholar and educator.  An artist of prodigious energy and resource, having to date amassed a discography of some 60 releases, including the complete piano sonatas of Beethoven and Schumann and a complete edition of Brahms’s variations for piano.  Mr. Hobson is also in the process of recording a complete edition – the most comprehensive to date – of the works of Frédéric Chopin.

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Although his compositional output was large and varied, William Alwyn’s concerto for harp and string orchestra, Lyra angelica, has gained most prominence since American figure skater Michelle Kwan utilized its music in her 1998 Winter Olympics routine.  SMSO’s very own principal harpist, Rachel Miller, will be featured on this beautiful composition.   

Program:
Gabrieli, Sonata pian’ e forte                         
Alwyn, Lyra angelica
Mozart, Serenade #10, “Gran Partita” 

Pre-concert conversation begins at 3:00 pm.

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This annual favorite brings in all the sounds of the season!  Come prepared to sing your treasured well-known Christmas carols from your seat with Carrie VanDenburgh and other musicians on stage.

Free Admission

Listen to a diverse program of chamber music presented by a trio of Andrews University faculty. Yun, Trynchuk, and Thompson will perform Mozart’s Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, K. 548; Fauré’s Piano Trio in D Minor, Op. 120; and Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires.

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Join the Department of Music at Andrews University for a community choir festival under the leadership of Stephen Zork.

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Korean American Pianist Chi Yong Yun is serving as Associate Professor of Piano and director of piano studies at Andrews University. Hailed by audiences and critics alike as an artist of rare poetic insight and pianistic brilliance, Ms. Yun’s performances as a soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician has received critical acclaim throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Free Admission

A collaboration between the Wind Symphony and WAUS.

The Department of Music at Andrews University presents an evening of performances, showcasing original compositions by Max Keller, Kenneth Logan, Adriana Perera and Stephen Zork.

Violinist Carla Trynchuk and pianist Chi Yong Yun will be performing a recital including works by Brahms, Szymanowski, and Faure. They are both music faculty at Andrews University and as soloists and recitalists have performed nationally and internationally in 20 different countries.

Many of you may remember, Sam Ocampo’s music is not about musical notes. It is about an experience. An experience of praise, gratitude and love. Sam will be returning to SW Michigan after a 20-year absence. This concert will mark Sam‘s 40th anniversary as a recording musician. On September 24, this soul-filled music journey of praise will include Ocampo classics, hymns and new, contemporary Christian songs. Guest artists will include Nino Ocampo, singer Scott Reed (one of the most beautiful voices in Christian music), a live band, and many others. This will be a rare, unique performance.

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Brilliant vocal harmonies, an inspired lyrical creativity, and powerful, uncompromising testimonies pervade an evening with the award-winning Heritage Singers. This talented group of professional musicians features carefully selected vocalists with vocal styles ranging from traditional to contemporary Christian. Celebrating 45 years of ministry, Heritage has continued to bring the love of Jesus to millions through the international language of music.  Come join the Heritage Singers for this special time of praise!

Pianist and conductor Ian Hobson is recognized internationally for his command of an extraordinarily comprehensive repertoire.  In addition to being a lauded performer, Mr. Hobson is a dedicated scholar and educator.  An artist of prodigious energy and resource, having to date amassed a discography of some 60 releases, including the complete piano sonatas of Beethoven and Schumann and a complete edition of Brahms’s variations for piano.  Mr. Hobson is also in the process of recording a complete edition – the most comprehensive to date – of the works of Frédéric Chopin.

Free Admission

The United States Air Force Band of Mid-America Concert Band represents the professionalism and excellence found every day throughout the Air Force. This diverse, 45-piece ensemble’s repertoire ranges from symphonic band masterworks, to traditional marches, to modern compositions, to pops and jazz. During a concert, you are likely to hear stirring works from contemporary composers as well as the familiar sounds of John Philip Sousa or Major Glenn Miller. The band also features talented vocal soloists, performing a wide variety of popular, classical, and patriotic selections.

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Considered his most perfect and personal film by many Chaplin admirers, The Kid recounts the story of an abandoned baby unwillingly taken in by The Tramp. As the boy matures, it is evident the two have developed a tremendous bond. Experience this touching drama and inventive comedy with Chaplin’s original musical score performed live by the Southwest Michigan Symphony Orchestra!

Pre-concert conversation begins at 3:00 pm. 

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Founded in 2015, Fuego Quartet is an award-winning chamber group devoted to the performance of both standard and contemporary works written for the saxophone. Most recently, they were the awarded the Gold Medal of the 2017 Fischoff Chamber Music Competition, 1st place in Brass, Winds and Percussion at the Plowman Chamber Music Competition and 2nd Place in the 2017 National MTNA Chamber Music Competition. Fuego has been featured in a variety of settings from standard concert hall venues to community outreach concerts.  

Although his compositional output was large and varied, William Alwyn’s concerto for harp and string orchestra, Lyra angelica, has gained most prominence since American figure skater Michelle Kwan utilized its music in her 1998 Winter Olympics routine.  SMSO’s very own principal harpist, Rachel Miller, will be featured on this beautiful composition.   

Program:
Gabrieli, Sonata pian’ e forte                         
Alwyn, Lyra angelica
Mozart, Serenade #10, “Gran Partita” 

Pre-concert conversation begins at 3:00 pm.

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Anthem Lights is an American Christian group originating from Nashville, TN.  Made up of four gifted vocalist and talented songwriters: Chad Graham, Spencer Kane, Caleb Grimm and Joseph Stamper, they are innovative, high energy, and ministry minded.  The meaning behind their name asserts that although there is lots of darkness in this life, in the end, light is going to come through and win.  They want to be a channel for that light to reach those who need it and to remind us that our lives have purpose and meaning in Christ.  A collaboration of pop and religious music has resulted in an edgy style of their own that is effectively making them a favorite among young people.

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This annual favorite brings in all the sounds of the season!  Come prepared to sing your treasured well-known Christmas carols from your seat with Carrie VanDenburgh and other musicians on stage.

Free Admission

Listen to a diverse program of chamber music presented by a trio of Andrews University faculty. Yun, Trynchuk, and Thompson will perform Mozart’s Piano Trio No. 5 in C Major, K. 548; Fauré’s Piano Trio in D Minor, Op. 120; and Piazzolla’s Four Seasons of Buenos Aires.

Free Admission

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Jamie Grace Harper, an American contemporary Christian musician, singer, rapper and songwriter from Atlanta, Georgia grew up singing and playing instruments in both church and at home with her older sister, Morgan Harper.  In 2010 she was discovered by Toby Mac and signed to his record label Gotee Records under which she produced two albums.  At just 25 years old, now independent artist Jamie Grace has 4 #1 radio singles, many nominations as a singer/songwriter, millions of views on her weekly Youtube videos and a “crazy but awesome" (as Jamie Grace explains it) tour schedule.  Said to have a somewhat unusual style, Jamie Grace combines elements of hip hop, folk, and pop into one distinct sound.  This year, she released her latest hit single, “The Happy Song”.

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Septura brings together London’s leading players to redefine brass chamber music through the uniquely expressive sound of the brass septet. In music for voice and piano, Septura explores a great transatlantic relationship between Maurice Ravel and George Gershwin, whom despite their vastly contrasting musical worlds of French impressionism and American jazz, developed a deep mutual respect for each other. Septura will open the concert with Ravel’s Mother Goose, charting a course from Fauré’s mélodies and moving on to Gershwin’s Songbook. They will perform Gershwin’s Three Piano Preludes and close with An American in Paris, especially arranged for brass and solo car-horns.

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Join the Department of Music at Andrews University for a community choir festival under the leadership of Stephen Zork.

Free Admission

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As Mahler’s first purely instrumental symphony since his First, the Fifth Symphony occupies a pivotal place in Mahler’s endlessly fascinating output. Composed during the summers of 1901 and 1902, following the meeting of Alma Schindler in Vienna the previous winter, this symphony is reflective of the composer’s personal life with its trajectory from mourning to triumph.

Program: Mahler, Symphony No. 5

Pre-concert conversation begins at 3:00pm

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Korean American Pianist Chi Yong Yun is serving as Associate Professor of Piano and director of piano studies at Andrews University. Hailed by audiences and critics alike as an artist of rare poetic insight and pianistic brilliance, Ms. Yun’s performances as a soloist, recitalist, and chamber musician has received critical acclaim throughout the United States, Europe, and Asia.

Free Admission

A collaboration between the Wind Symphony and WAUS.

Bailemos – let’s dance! Get those feet a movin’ as you listen to the exotic Latin rhythms of this fiery and festive music. Korean-born Jiji Kim joins the SMSO on Rodrigo’s Concierto  di Aranjuez. Jiji is an accomplished artist on both acoustic and electric guitar. Her impeccable musicianship, combined with compelling stage presence and fascinating repertoire, earned her First Prize at the 2016 Concert Artists Guild International Competition.

Program:
del Aguila, Conga                                                                       
Rodrigo, Concierto di Aranjuez                                             
Revueltas or Ginastera, Sensemayá or “Malambo” from Estancia            
Turina, Danzas fantásticas                                                 
Ravel, Bolero  

Pre-concert conversation starts at 3:00 pm.