DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC

EVENTS

Events Calendar

Unless otherwise noted, admission is free to the following concerts and events. No advance registration is required.

Visit events.hofstra.edu for additional information on these performances.

Current Season

Sunday, October 11, 3 p.m.

American Chamber Ensemble

The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center

“American Connections” includes works by Leonard Bernstein, contemporary composer Paul Basler, Amy Beach, Florence Price, Stephen Foster, Aaron Copland and others. ACE will be joined by the Sayville Chamber Choir, conducted by Karen DiMartino; soprano Tammy Hensrud, and cellist Deborah Sepe. The concert will also feature ACE Award Winner Roberto Oquendo ’28, French horn.

Funding for this program has been provided by the Joseph G. Astman Family Fund in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Hofstra Cultural Center.

More information at events.hofstra.edu or americanchamberensemble.com.

Sunday, October 25, 7:30 p.m.

OcTubaFest

The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center

Directed by Michael Salzman
This annual fall celebration gives student musicians the opportunity to celebrate the artistry of the tuba and the euphonium and show off their limitless potential for making beautiful music.

Saturday, October 31, 2 p.m.

Hofstra Collegium Musicum

Toni and Martin Sosnoff Theater, John Cranford Adams Playhouse

Directed by Christopher Morrongiello.
Performed as part of Hofstra’s Annual Shakespeare Festival. More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Wednesday, November 4, 7:30 p.m.

Hofstra Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra

Toni and Martin Sosnoff Theater, John Cranford Adams Playhouse

Directed by Adam Glaser.
More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Saturday, November 7, 7:30 p.m.

Hofstra Symphonic Band and Wind Ensemble

Toni and Martin Sosnoff Theater, John Cranford Adams Playhouse

Directed by David Soto.
More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Monday, November 16, 1 p.m.

Hofstra Brass Ensemble

Shapiro Family Hall, Room 010

Directed by Michael Salzman.
More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Friday, November 20, 7 p.m.

Chorale and Chamber Choir

Cathedral of the Incarnation, 50 Cathedral Avenue, Garden City, NY 

Directed by David Fryling.
Tickets available at the door. Hofstra students and faculty receive one free ticket upon presentation of a current HofstraCard. Tickets for the general public are $10; $8 for adults 65+ or non-Hofstra students with ID. *For more information, please call Dr. Fryling at 516-463-5497.

More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Saturday, November 21, 1 P.M.

Hofstra Jazz Combos

Shapiro Family Hall, Room 010

Directed by Shawn Lovato.
An afternoon featuring several small jazz groups performing their arrangements of jazz standards, popular songs, lesser-known repertoire, and original compositions as vehicles for improvisation.

More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Sunday, November 22, 7 p.m.

Opera Scenes Performed by Hofstra Opera Theater

The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center

Directed by Alexander Sheerin.
More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Tuesday, December 1, 7:30 p.m.

University Choir & Vocal Jazz Ensemble

The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center

Directed by Meagan Dissinger and Brent Morden
The University Choir and Vocal Jazz Ensemble perform pieces from the American songbook of standards.

More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Friday, December 4, 7:30 p.m.

Hofstra Percussion Ensemble

Shapiro Family Hall, Room 010

Directed by Sean Ritenauer.
More information at events.hofstra.edu.

Student Recitals

Dorothy Hoag Honors Recital

Saturday, November 14, 7:30 p.m.
The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center
Directed by Tammy Hensrud

Featuring Noella Sexton ’28, mezzo-soprano; Scott Serafin ’28, clarinet; and Shane Manfre ’27, violin.

A cherished friend and benefactor of Hofstra University, Dorothy Hoag supported a number of special projects at Hofstra to ensure continued quality musical performances and rehearsal space for future generations of students. She established a scholarship in her name, which has benefited countless students pursuing the field of music.

William H. Lawrence Honors Recital

Saturday, November 21, 7 p.m.
The Helene Fortunoff Theater, Monroe Lecture Center
Michael Salzman, Coordinator

Featuring Aanya Grewal ’26, flute; Sophie Havens ’28, mezzo soprano; Mackenzie Hanna ’26, soprano; Nolan Farrelly ’29, tuba; and Roberto Oquendo ’28, French horn.

This recital is named for an internationally acclaimed African-American pianist and composer. William H. Lawrence provided financial support for the Hofstra Music Department through a bequest in his will. His gift, which included two pianos, helped support renovations in the John Cranford Adams Playhouse and the establishment of an endowed scholarship in his name to support students majoring in the field of music.

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