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Performing Arts Series: Caroline Shaw & Sō Percussion featuring Ringdown

Friday, October 18 | 7:30 p.m.
Memorial Chapel

For two decades, Sō Percussion has revolutionized 21st-century chamber music, praised for blending precision with anarchy by The New Yorker. Admired for their live performances’ telepathic communication, they explore percussion’s vibrant repertoire. Their collaborations span classical, pop, indie rock, dance, and theater, expanding artistic boundaries.

Sō’s commitment to education fosters community engagement, showcasing the vast possibilities of contemporary art. Continuing their partnership with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw, they unveil a new song collection alongside Grammy-winning Narrow Sea and co-composed Let the Soil Play its Simple Part.

Tickets

  • General Admission: $15-30
  • Seniors: $10-25
  • Lawrence and non-Lawrence students with a valid ID: FREE
    Only available in-person at the Box Office

All online or phone orders are subject to a $4 handling fee. A $1 credit card fee will be added to all credit card orders.

Kaleidoscope

Saturday, October 12 | 7:30-8:30 p.m.
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center

First performed in 2006, Kaleidoscope’s non-stop, 50-minute format provides a rapid-fire musical spectrum, showcasing the sheer variety and mastery of students attending the Lawrence Conservatory of Music.

The most comprehensive musical evening on Lawrence’s concert calendar, Kaleidoscope is performed every other year and spotlights the large ensembles and select chamber groups.

You can order your tickets online from the PAC or from the Lawrence Box Office by calling 920-832-6749.

  • Adult – $25
  • Senior – $20
  • Student – $10



Lawrence Symphony Orchestra & Wind Ensemble Concert

Saturday, October 5 | 7:30 p.m.
Memorial Chapel

Come hear the Wind Ensemble’s and Symphony Orchestra’s opening concert as we kick off our performances for this special 150th Year of the Conservatory! We’re excited to share the stage with Kivie Cahn-Lipman, our new cello professor.

Free and open to the public!

Can’t make it to the Lawrence Memorial Chapel? Catch the live webcast here:
https://vimeo.com/lawrenceuni


Lawrence University Wind Ensemble

Ceon D. Rumphs, conductor

Kivie Cahn-Lipman, cello

  • “Early Light” – Bremer
  • “Tramonto” – Alarcón
  • “Fantasia in G Major” – Bach
  • “La Procession du Rocio” – Turina

Lawrence Symphony Orchestra

Mark Dupere, conductor

  • “Colas Breugnon Overture” – Kabalevsky
  • “Tumblebird Contrails” – Smith
  • “Les Préludes” – Liszt

Author Discussion with Ernestine Whitman

Saturday, October 5 | 3-5 p.m.
Shattuck 156

Ernestine Whitman, a flute professor on the Lawrence University Conservatory of Music faculty for 33 years before retiring in 2011, will share her recently written memoir Countermelodies: A Memoir in Sonata Form. In the book, she explores a harrowing time in her life, when unrelenting psychological harassment for a teacher-turned-colleague in Atlanta threatened to unravel her dreams for a musical life.

Ernestine Whitman began her career as a professional flutist at age 20, making her the youngest member of the Atlanta Symphony. Her passion for teaching brought her to Lawrence University, where she was professor of flute for 33 years.

A passionate advocate for restorative justice, she volunteers frequently in programs at several Wisconsin prisons.

Ernestine and her husband, Howard Niblock, divide their time between their condo in midtown Atlanta and their longtime residence in Appleton.

Read more about Ernestine

Lawrence Community Music School 2024-25 Ensembles

Girl Choir

Auditions are Sunday, September 8. Register and/or schedule an audition online.

Learn more about LCMS Girl Choir

Bands

Learn more about LCMS Bands

String Orchestra

Learn more about LYSO

Lawrence Chamber Music Festival

The inaugural Lawrence Chamber Music Festival was designed for advanced instrumentalists and pre-formed ensembles, bringing internationally known artists to Appleton to mentor the next generation of artist leaders. After rehearsals and lessons with world-class faculty, the artists will be ready to perform in a variety of venues! Join us for the 2024 festival; all events are free and open to the public.

Read more about the Lawrence Chamber Music Festival.

LCMF Concert No. 1
Monday, July 22 | 7 p.m.
Gibson Community Music Hall

Performance Class with LCMF Faculty
Thursday, July 25 | 5:30 p.m.
Harper Hall

LCMF Concert No. 2
Friday, July 26 | 7 p.m.
Lawrence Memorial Chapel

Young Artist Concert No. 1
Saturday, July 27 | 7 p.m.
Lawrence Memorial Chapel

Young Artist Concert No. 2
Sunday, July 28 | 1 p.m.
Lawrence Memorial Chapel

Mile of Music Kickoff
Thursday, August 1 | 11 a.m.
Lawrence Memorial Chapel

Mile of Music Young Artist Showcase No. 1
Friday, August 2 | 11 a.m.
Hilton Paper Valley Ballroom

Mile of Music Young Artist Showcase No. 2
Friday, August 2 | 2 p.m.
Riverview Gardens

Mile of Music Young Artist Showcase No. 3
Saturday, August 3 | 10:30 a.m.
Copper Rock Coffee Company

Mile of Music Young Artist Showcase No. 4
Saturday, August 3 | Time TBD
Location TBD

Lawrence Summer Music Institute Concerts

Event details are subject to change. Visit lawrence.edu for the most up-to-date information.

LSMI Faculty Concert
Wednesday, July 17 | 7 p.m.
Harper Hall

The Summer 2024 faculty features:

  • Samantha George, violin
  • Catherine Kautsky, piano
  • Matthew Michelic, viola
  • Michael Mizrahi, piano
  • Mark Urness, double bass
  • Taide Prieto, cello

LSMI Student Concert
Friday, July 19 | 6 p.m.
Harper Hall

About the LSMI

Led by world-class instructors and musicians, the Lawrence Summer Music Institute offers an immersive environment that provides the support and inspiration needed for young musicians to develop their craft. From practicing and refining technical skills to exploring musical expression and interpretation, you will experience a comprehensive approach to music-making.

High-school-aged instrumentalists participate in an exciting week-long workshop focusing on building classical performance and chamber music skills. The Summer Music Institute will feature private lessons, group coaching, performance opportunities, and workshops in a collaborative environment with Lawrence Conservatory faculty and guest artists.