Hillsdale College Announces November Fine Arts Events
Upcoming events include the Tower Players’ production of ‘The Book of Will’ and a performance by the Harry James Orchestra.
HILLSDALE, Mich. — Hillsdale College is pleased to announce another exciting month of plays, concerts, and other fine arts events open to members of our local community.
All events are free and open to the public, but some require ticket reservations. To reserve tickets, contact the box office at [email protected] or 517-607-2848. To learn more about Hillsdale’s fine arts events, visit campusevents.hillsdale.edu.
Without further ado, here are November’s events. See you there!
Friday, November 7: Musical Forum with Dr. Daniel Kuehler
Noon to 1 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Dr. Daniel Kuehler will give a lecture on how musicians memorize: chunking, chaining, meaning, context, rest, and multi-sensory reinforcement.
November 7-8: Opera Workshop Presents ‘Melody in Motion!’
7:30 p.m. Friday, November 7 | 7:30 p.m. Saturday, November 8 | McNamara Rehearsal Hall (Howard Music Building)
Opera Workshop presents “Melody in Motion!” Experience the thrill of romance and the drama of heartbreak as Hillsdale students showcase scenes from the works of Donizetti, Mozart, Bizet and Strauss. The performers will bring to life the timeless themes of operatic storytelling.
Saturday, November 8: Fred Radke ‘By Demand’ Concert
7 p.m. | The Dawn Theater
Choral Evensong Services
6 p.m. Sundays, November 9, 16, and 23 | Christ Chapel
Sunday, November 9: Pizza Jam
7 p.m. | McNamara Rehearsal Hall (Howard Music Building)
Wednesday, November 12: Battle of the Combos
7 p.m. | McNamara Rehearsal Hall (Howard Music Building)
Tower Players Production: ‘The Book of Will’ by Lauren Gunderson
7:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 12, through Saturday, November 15 | 2 p.m. Sunday, November 16 | Markel Auditorium (Fine Arts Building)
After the death of William Shakespeare, actors Henry Condell and John Heminges are determined to compile the First Folio and preserve the words that shaped their lives. They’ll just have to borrow, beg, and band together to get it done. Amidst the noise and color of Elizabethan London, Lauren Gunderson’s comedy-drama tells an unforgettable true story of love, loss, and laughter. Rated PG for mild language. Directed by Christopher Matsos. No tickets required.
Friday, November 14: Hijiri Cramer Junior Violin Recital
6:30 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Friday, November 14: Fifth Annual Battle of the Bands
8 p.m. | McNamara Rehearsal Hall (Howard Music Building)
The Harry James Orchestra vs. The Hillsdale College Big Band
Saturday, November 15: Isabelle Ekstrom Junior Recital
1 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Saturday, November 15: The Harry James Orchestra
8 p.m. | Searle Center
One of the original bands of the swing era, the Harry James Orchestra returns to campus for an evening of great music and dancing. Fred Radke, music director. Reception begins at 7 p.m. For reservations, visit events.hillsdale.edu/harryjames.
Sunday, November 16: Faculty Recital
3 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Kristi Matson (voice), Jaimie Wagner (flute), and Brad Blackham (piano) will perform a faculty recital.
Monday, November 17: Student Woodwind Recital
7 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Students of Jamie Wagner and others.
Saturday, November 22: Olivia Zink Junior Recital
3:30 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Saturday, November 22: Symphony Orchestra
8 p.m. | Christ Chapel
A unique program of both our full Symphony Orchestra and select Chamber Orchestra members, including works by Debussy and Stravinsky. James A Holleman, music director.
Sunday, November 23: College Choir and Chamber Choir
3 p.m. | Christ Chapel
Annual fall concert of the College Choir and Chamber Choir, both separately and in combination, presenting a varied program including works by Eric Whitacre, Ivo Antognini, Dan Forrest, Randol Bass, Arvo Pärt, and others. James A Holleman, music director.
Monday, November 24: Faculty Woodwind Quintet
7 p.m. | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Tuesday, November 25: Bowers Violin/Viola Studio Recital
Noon | Conrad Recital Hall (Howard Music Building)
Students of Jillienne Bowers.