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Garner Recital Hall is located in Engleman Hall (EN C112). Free parking is available in parking lot 12. View Campus Map
Spring 2024
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
February 28, 2024, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Take a mid-week break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Will Cleary (saxophone) create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, March 6, 2024, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
An Afternoon of Song
April 10, 2024, 1:30pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students of Rebecca Barko, Matthew Cimino, and Ellynne Plotnick perform selections from classical, jazz, and theater music.
Ellynne Rey & Friends: “Music and the Wilderness”
Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Music is like the wilderness: known and definable yet unpredictable and improvisational. Jazz vocalist and SCSU faculty member Ellynne Rey explores songs with nature themes, accompanied by long-time collaborators Darren Litzie (piano), Jeff Fuller (bass), Brian Woodruff (drums), and Mark Kaplan (tenor sax). This performance is part of the Stutzman Family Foundation Recital Series.
University Band
Thursday, April 18, 2024, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU University Band, under the direction of Craig Hlavac, presents a program of classic and new pieces from the wind band repertoire.
Vocal Scenes Workshop
April 24, 2024, 1:30pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students present scenes from popular musicals and operas, directed by Rebecca Barko.
String Ensemble
Friday, April 26, 2024, 7:00pm
Garner Hall
SCSU students perform solo and ensemble pieces for string from Baroque to Modern and a performance by a Mariachi Band.
University Choir
Monday, April 29, 2024, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The University Choir, Terese Gemme, director, performs in preparation for its upcoming tour to the United Kingdom in June 2024.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, Guitar Ensemble, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, May 1, 2024, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Fall 2023
Creative Music Orchestra
Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
Join us for a unique program of music curated, arranged, and performed by SCSU students under the direction of David Chevan.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, October 11, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
Wednesday, October 18, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
Take a mid-week break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass) and Rex Cadwallader (piano) are joined by a special guest to create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
Wednesday, November 1, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Take a mid-week break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass) and Rex Cadwallader (piano) are joined by a special guest to create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
Matthew Cimino and Sandra Haas
Tuesday, November 14, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Matthew Cimino, tenor, and Sandra Haas, piano, perform current and classic selections from the art song repertoire. This performance is part of the Stutzman Family Foundation Recital Series.
An Afternoon of Song
Wednesday, November 15, 2023, 12:45pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students of Rebecca Barko, Matthew Cimino, and Ellynne Plotnick perform selections from classical, jazz, and theater music.
University Band
Thursday, November 16, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU University Band, under the direction of Craig Hlavac, presents “Heroes,” a program centered on the heroes of myths, movies, and real-life!
University Choir & Chamber Singers
Monday, November 20, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU Choirs, Terese Gemme, director, perform mixed-voice arrangements from the contemporary and classical repertoire.
Creative Music Orchestra
Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
SCSU Music Therapy students, under the direction of David Chevan, present a program curated and rehearsed by the group.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, Guitar Ensemble, & Blues Ensemble
Wednesday, November 29, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
University Band Holiday Concert
Thursday, December 7, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The University Band presents a program of seasonal and holiday favorites—come get in the festive mood with us!
Spring 2023 Events
All events for the Music Dept for Spring 2023 will be held at Garner Recital Hall.
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
February 15, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Take a mid-week break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Jim Martin (guitar) create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
Creative Music Orchestra
March 8, 2023, 1:30pm
Garner Hall
Join us for a unique program of music curated, arranged, and performed by SCSU students under the direction of David Chevan.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
March 8, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! Hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
College Music Society-Northeast Composers’ Concert
March 11, 2023, 4:15pm
Garner Hall
Selection of works by composers from CME-Northeast, hosted by the Southern Music Department.
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
March 22, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Anthony DeQuattro (drums) perform jazz standards and other improvisations. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
“The Southern Italian Piano Project”
Alexis Zingale, piano
April 5, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The Southern Italian Piano Project rediscovers and performs underrepresented piano music of southern Italy from the Baroque era to the current day. This performance is made possible with support from the Stutzman Family Foundation.
An Afternoon of Song
April 12, 2023, 1:30pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students of Rebecca Barko, Matthew Cimino, and Ellynne Plotnick perform selections from classical, jazz, and theater music.
University Band
April 20, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU University Band, under the direction of Craig Hlavac, performs classic and new pieces from the wind band repertoire.
University Choir
April 24, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU University Choir, under the direction of Terese Gemme, performs mixed-voice arrangements from the contemporary and classical choir repertoire.
Creative Music Orchestra
April 26, 2023, 1:30pm
Garner Hall
Join us for a unique program of music curated, arranged, and performed by SCSU students under the direction of David Chevan.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, Guitar Ensemble, & Blues Ensemble
April 26, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Vocal Scenes Workshop
May 3, 2023, 1:30pm
Garner Hall
SCSU voice students present scenes from popular musicals and operas, directed by Rebecca Barko.
Alexina Cristante Senior Voice Recital
May 5, 2023, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Fall 2022 Events
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, & Blues Ensemble
October 12, 2022, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! Join us in Garner Recital Hall (EN C112) to hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Stan Scott & Friends
Celebrating Old and New: Songs and Tunes from New England, Ireland and Scotland
October 26, 2022, 1:00pm
Garner Hall
Join SCSU faculty member Stan Scott (voice, mandolin, and guitar) and Sam Scheer (voice, guitar, banjo and harmonica) in a concert of original songs from their new album “Somewhere in the Middle of Your Life,” and folk music from Ireland, Scotland and New England. Scott and Scheer will be joined by master fiddler George Wilson and tin whistle player, Dora Hast (ECSU Music faculty). Part of the Stutzman Family Foundation Recital Series.
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
November 2, 2022, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Take a mid-week break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Will Cleary (saxophone) create a free-flowing and spontaneous performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
Student Voice Recital
November 9, 2022, 1:00 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
SCSU voice students perform selections from classical, jazz, and theatre music.
University Band
November 17, 2022, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
The SCSU University Band, under the direction of Dr. Craig Hlavac, performs classic and new pieces from the wind band repertoire.
Latin Jazz, Jazz Standards, Guitar Ensemble, & Blues Ensemble
November 30, 2022, 7:30pm
Garner Hall
Join us in Garner Recital Hall (EN C112) to hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Spring 2022 Events
Art of Trio
February 23, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Anthony DeQuattro (drums) create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
SCSU Small Ensembles
March 9, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! Join us in Garner Recital Hall (EN C112) to hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Student Voice Recital
April 6, 2022, 1:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
SCSU voice students perform selections from classical, jazz, and theatre music.
Dequattro/Dart Percussion Duo
April 20, 2022, 1 p.m.
118 Earl Hall
SCSU faculty member Anthony DeQuattro is joined by performance partner Rich Dart for an exciting afternoon of percussion. Part of the Stutzman Family Foundation Recital Series.
Vocal Scenes Workshop
April 27, 2022, 1:30 p.m.
118 Earl Hall
SCSU voice students present scenes from popular musicals and operas, directed by Prof. Rebecca Barko.
University Band
April 28, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
The SCSU University Band, under the direction of Dr. Craig Hlavac, performs classic and new pieces from the wind band repertoire.
SCSU Small Ensembles
May 4, 2022, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
Join us in Garner Recital Hall (EN C112) to hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Fall 2021 Events
Art of Trio, featuring SCSU Jazz Faculty
September 29, 2021, 1 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
Take a mid-day break to hear some jazz! SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Ellynne Plotnick (voice) create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
Careers in Music
October 6, 2021, 1 p.m.
114 Earl Hall
Curious about a career in music? Want to learn more about music therapy? Join the Music Department and practicing music therapist Shannon Kiley (Yale New Haven Health) for a presentation on how therapists train to use music to improve the lives of patients in schools, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and private practice. This program is part of the “Careers in Music” series, supported by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
SCSU Small Ensembles
October 13, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
Come hear some mid-week music! Join us in Garner Recital Hall (EN C112) to hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.
Mozart Makes You Smarter!
October 20, 2021, 1 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
Take a mid-day break with some Mozart! Join SCSU faculty and guest artists for a performance of several classics. People often comment that listening to Mozart's music helps them study, feel more organized, and less stressed when performing various tasks. Mozart's genius for imaginative and beautiful harmonies, singing melodies, and perfect proportion make his music engaging and deeply satisfying. Part of the Stutzman Family Foundation Recital Series.
Art of Trio
November 3, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
SCSU faculty members David Chevan (bass), Rex Cadwallader (piano), and Jim Martin (guitar) create a free-flowing and spontaneous jazz performance. This performance is sponsored by the Stutzman Family Foundation.
University Band
November 14, 2021, 3 p.m.
Lyman Performing Arts Center
The SCSU University Band, under the direction of Dr. Craig Hlavac, performs classic and new pieces from the wind band repertoire.
SCSU Small Ensembles
December 1, 2021, 7:30 p.m.
Garner Recital Hall
Join us in Garner Recital Hall (EN C112) to hear SCSU students perform as part of the Jazz Standards and Latin Jazz Ensembles, directed by David Chevan, and the Blues Ensemble and Guitar Ensemble, directed by Jim Martin.