The Demoss Center for Worship and The Performing arts (DCWPA) at Judson University (1151 N. State St., Elgin) will host several ensemble performances in April and May. These will include performances from the piano, jazz, guitar and percussion ensembles as well as the chamber singers and merit recitalists. All performances are held in Thulin Auditorium of Thompson Hall at 7 p.m. All events are in-person and require a free Eventbrite ticket. Capacities are limited and masks are required. One event will also be livestreamed via Facebook.
Students in the DCWPA have the opportunity to perform with their ensembles both on campus and in off-campus concerts. These concerts are a great opportunity for students to showcase their talents in music and are also a meaningful outreach to the surrounding community.
Concerts this spring will include:
On Friday, April 9, the Piano Ensemble will perform. (Eventbrite ticket link: Piano Ensemble)
On Tuesday, April 13, the Merit Recital for Voice and Instrumentalists will perform student selections and will collect a free-will offering for their initiative Instruments for Jamaica, a DCWPA effort to provide band instruments to Jamaican students in need. (Eventbrite ticket link: Merit Recital University)
On Sunday, April 18, the Choir Concert will perform at 3 p.m. in Herrick Chapel. This will be available via Facebook as well as in person. (Eventbrite ticket link: University Choir)
On Tuesday, April 20, the Percussion Ensemble will perform their spring concert. (Eventbrite ticket link: Percussion Ensemble)
On Friday, April 23, the Jazz Ensemble will perform. (Eventbrite ticket link: Jazz Ensemble)
On Thursday, April 29, the Mingyeong Kim will give her Certificate Piano Recital. (Eventbrite ticket link: Mingyeong Kim)