Department of Music

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101 SCI campus busy before fall
Public Relations News Release 1960:564, p.1
The physical plant department resurfaces the tennis courts, moves the student health services, links the department of music to heating and electrical facilities, converts Gilchrist Chapel to a lecture hall, and renovates the Men's and Women's Gymnasiums.
102 Outdoor arts festival to be held this week at SCI
Public Relations News Release 1960:530, p.1
The State College of Iowa Arts Festival is held in the south lawn of the Commons, where attendees will enjoy live band concerts, art demonstrations and exhibits, and performances by the summer chorus and dance groups.
103 Student recitals set at SCI
Public Relations News Release 1960:534, p.1
The senior student recitals of James Burr, Louann Pilipchuk, and Loran Eckroth are performed at the Gilchrist chapel. The students are to be accompanied by Eleanor Brindle and Lee Morsing.
104 SCI sets music workshop
Public Relations News Release 1960:511, p.1
Professor Donald J. Shetler conducts a two-day workshop for elementary classroom teachers in Central Hall. The workshop will include the use of song materials and audio-visual aids.
105 SCI schedules music workshops
Public Relations News Release 1960:495, p.1
The department of music sponsors two music workshops titled "Music in the Classroom" and "Making Use of the Piano Keyboard" for grade school teachers. The workshops are presented by American Music Conference consultants.
106 SCI schedules faculty music recital
Public Relations News Release 1960:491, p.1
Professors Philip Hahn, William P. Latham, Harald Holst, Myron Russell, Jane Birkhead, and Russell Baum perform in a music faculty recital held in the auditorium. The program includes an ensemble of Walter Coleman, Donald Wendt, Hahn, and Russell.
107 Music concerts scheduled here
College Eye 52:36, p.3
Quick look at summer concerts.
108 ISTC schedules music workshop
Public Relations News Release 1960:466, p.1
The department of music sponsors a two-day workshop on music education in the elementary school setting. The workshop is to be held in Central Hall, with Cecelia R. Nelson of Oregon acting as featured speaker.
109 Next year's ISTC Band tour to feature Sigurd Rascher
Public Relations News Release 1960:444, p.1
Renowned Swiss saxophonist, Sigurd Rascher, is set to join the Concert Band in their annual spring tour. He is to direct saxophone clinics at the Teachers College following the tour.
110 ISTC students to appear in recital
Public Relations News Release 1960:422, p.1
Eleanor Brindle and Dennis Mintle give a recital in the Gilchrist Hall chapel. Brindle and Mintle are students of Jvone Maxwell and Jane Birkhead.
111 Local student pledges music honorary
Public Relations News Release 1960:411, p.1
The Sigma Alpha Iota women's music fraternity takes a new wave of pledges for the 1960-61 year. Students are required to give a musical audition, and an original composition. Pledges are listed by hometown.
112 Philip Rash begins professional music career
Public Relations News Release 1960:397, p.1
Philip Rash makes his final performance as student in Gilchrist Hall. Professor Myron Russell, Margaret Russell, Charles Olson, and Ruth Russell will join him in his recital. Rash is a student of Jane Birkhead.
113 ISTC bands to appear in high schools
Public Relations News Release 1960:383, p.1
Professor Karl Holvik directs the College Concert and Chamber Bands in two concerts to be held at Malcolm Price Laboratory School. Soloist for the Chamber Band concert will be Mrs. Suzanne Conklin-Happ.
114 ISTC Band to offer premiere performance
Public Relations News Release 1960:379, p.1
Professor Karl Holvik directs the College Band in their performance of the Beethoven Concerto No. 1 in C Major in the auditorium. Mrs. Suzanne Conklin-Happ gives a solo performance. Upcoming concerts listed.
115 Senior recital scheduled at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:377, p.1
Karen Knapp and Dorothy Hansen give their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall with accompaniment by Elizabeth Calhoun and Judith Henriksen. Knapp and Hansen are students of Jane Birkhead and Mary Beckman.
116 Piano presented to ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:372, p.1
W. W. Clover of Lohrville gifts a piano, violin, and collection of music books to the department of music in memory of his late wife, Ethel Horn Clover. Professor Myron Russell announces that the piano is to be placed in the Music Education building.
117 Annual Spring Music Festival at ISTC next week
Public Relations News Release 1960:369, p.1
The Concert Band, A Cappella Choir, Women's and Men's Choruses, Symphony Orchestra, Student Composers, and Faculty Ensemble perform at the department of music's annual Spring Music Festival.
118 Senior recital at ISTC Thursday (April 20)
Public Relations News Release 1960:353, p.1
Joan Brown and Charles Olson give their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall. Brown and Olson are students of Professor Emil Bock, and Mr. Russell Baum. Accompaniment is provided by Elizabeth Calhoun.
119 Senior recital at ISTC Tuesday (April 18)
Public Relations News Release 1960:352, p.1
Charles Steinmetz and Richard Sorenson give their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall. Steinmetz and Sorenson are students of Charles Matheson and Russell Baum. Julianne States accompanies the students.
120 ISTC American composers concert set for Tuesday
Public Relations News Release 1960:331, p.1
Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia and Sigma Alpha Iota sponsor the annual American Composers Concert, featuring performances by students of the department of music. Works of Professors William Latham and Karl Holvik will highlight the event. Performers listed.
121 ISTC music students to give recital
Public Relations News Release 1960:314, p.1
Janet Bohlander and Vernon Hockett give their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall Chapel. Bohlander and Hockett are students of professors David Kennedy and Karl Holvik, and will be accompanied by Elizabeth Calhoun.
122 Music festival scheduled at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:308, p.1
The department of music sponsors the fourth annual Spring Music Festival. The festival will consists of concerts from the Men's and Women's Choruses, the A Cappella Choir, and College Band.
123 ISTC students to play in Intercollegiate Band
Public Relations News Release 1960:300, p.1
Ten students are selected to perform in the Mid-American Intercollegiate Band at their annual concert in the auditorium of Wartburg College. The band consists of seventy members from Wartburg, Cornell, Drake, Luther, Iowa State, and St. Olaf.
124 Intercollegiate band concert set
Public Relations News Release 1960:296, p.1
Professor Karl Holvik makes program selections for the first annual Mid-American Intercollegiate Band concert to be held at the Wartburg College auditorium.
125 ISTC music students to give senior recital
Public Relations News Release 1960:273, p.1
Dee Silver and James Crowder perform their senior recitals alongside Charles Olson and Elizabeth Calhoun. Silver and Crowder are students of Professors Karl Holvik and David Kennedy. Professor William Latham's "Sonata" is among the scheduled works.
126 Upper Iowa-ISTC opera postponed
Public Relations News Release 1960:259, p.1
The Upper Iowa-Teachers College joint production of "Dido and Aeneas", the senior recital, and the Bob Newhart concert are postponed due to inclement weather.
127 Faculty ensemble concert cancelled
Public Relations News Release 1960:251, p.1
The faculty ensemble concert is cancelled due to the illness of a family member of one of the performers.
128 ISTC students to present recital
Public Relations News Release 1960:425, p.1
Myrna Norland and Richard Dean Duffy give their senior recitals in the Gilchrist Chapel. The performers are students of Charles Matheson and Professor Karl M. Holvik, and are accompanied by Elizabeth Calhoun and Richard Scott.
129 ISTC to aid in Upper Iowa opera production
Public Relations News Release 1960:252, p.1
Nine students and faculty members perform in the Upper Iowa University production of "Dido and Aeneas". Department of music faculty performers include Emil Bock, Frank Hill, and Donald Wendt.
130 ISTC choir to appear Sunday
Public Relations News Release 1960:241, p.1
Charles Matheson directs the A Cappella Choir in their three-day tour across nine Iowa towns.
131 Local student to present senior recital at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:238, p.1
Leona Folkers and Rhonda Demien perform their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall, accompanied by Elizabeth Calhoun on piano.
132 Local student to present senior recital at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:238, p.1
Rhonda Demien and Leone Folkers perform their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall. Folkers and Demien are students of Ms. Jane Mauck and David Kennedy. Elizabeth Calhoun will provide piano accompaniment.
133 Two ISTC music students to present senior recitals
Public Relations News Release 1960:239, p.1
Leona Folkers and Rhonda Demien perform their senior recitals in Gilchrist Hall with piano accompaniment provided by Ms. Elizbaeth Calhoun.
134 ISTC to host annual Tallcorn Conference this weekend
Public Relations News Release 1960:224, p.1
Professor Myron E. Russell announces plans for the annual Tallcorn Music Conference. The conference includes performances by the Concert Band, a violin recital, and rehearsals with a Hollywood composer.
135 Local student to tour with ISTC A Cappella Choir
Public Relations News Release 1960:223, p.1
Charles Matheson directs the A Cappella Choir in their annual tour. The choir consists of sixty students, and will perform in communities from across Iowa. Choir members listed.
136 Local students tour with ISTC band
Public Relations News Release 1960:201, p.1
Professor Karl Holvik directs the Concert Band in their tour of eight Iowa communities. The program includes performances by Professor William Latham, trumpet and horn solos, and a trombone quintet. Performers listed by hometown.
137 St. Olaf Concert Band to appear at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:200, p.1
The department of music sponsors a performance by the St. Olaf Concert Band in the auditorium. Tickets are made available in the music office.
138 Music Department saluted in trade magazine
Alumnus 46:1, p.8
Includes articles by four members of department.
139 Renowned musician visits ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:195, p.1
Sigurd Rascher visits the department of music as a guest of Professor Karl Holvik. During his stay, Rascher aids students Richard Duffy and Richard Scott in preparing for their premiere saxophone performances.
140 ISTC band to present concert here
Public Relations News Release 1960:193, p.1
Professor Karl Holvik directs the Concert Band in their three-day tour. The show will be highlighted by performances of Professor William Latham, and the final performance of both Jon Hanson and Richard Thompson. Concert locations listed.
141 Students learn foreign culture in opera production
Public Relations News Release 1960:180, p.1
The cast of the department of music's production of "The Student Prince" invites the department of language, speech, and literature's Professor Josef Schaefer to discuss German fraternity life.
142 'Fanfare' lauds music dept.
College Eye 52:14, p.3
Trade magazine features work by music faculty.
143 Reserve lessons
College Eye 52:14, p.1
Students should make arrangements for private music lessons.
144 ISTC to present Romberg opera
Public Relations News Release 1960:165, p.1
Jane Birkhead and Harald Holst direct the music department's production of "The Student Prince". Set design is headed by David Delafield, and costumes are provided by the St. Louis Municipal Opera Company.
145 ISTC music department saluted in magazine
Public Relations News Release 1960:163, p.1
The department of music is recognized in an issue of "The Holton Fanfare" magazine. The publication includes articles by four music faculty members as well as five graduates.
146 Christmas music to be featured in convo Monday
College Eye 52:12, p.1
Program for performance of Department of Music Christmas Convocation.
147 World premiere of work by ISTC music professor
Public Relations News Release 1960:148, p.1
Professor William P. Latham's "Concerto Grosso" is performed at the National Conference of College Band Directors National Association. Latham's work has earned first place at the Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia National Composition Contest.
148 Holiday events at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:147, p.1
Holiday activities begin with the "Crystal Forest" dance in the Commons. Professor David Bluhm delivers a sermon in the auditorium, Charles Matheson directs community carols with the brass choir and women's chorus.
149 Local student to appear on college TV Christmas show
Public Relations News Release 1960:143, p.1
Herbert Hake serves as announcer for the annual Christmas program broadcast by KWWL. The program will consist of performances by the Women's Chorus, directed by Jane Mauck of the music department. Performers listed.
150 Tallcorn Conference slated for February at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:142, p.1
The sixth annual Tallcorn Music Conference is held on campus, featuring lectures and recitals from Louis Persinger, Professor Lucien Cailliet, and Larry Day. The two-day program is sponsored by the department of music.
151 The Student Prince to be performed at ISTC
Public Relations News Release 1960:137, p.1
Russell Baum directs the performance of "The Student Prince" for the music department's annual production. Co-directors are Harald Holst and Jane Birkhead, with David Delafield in charge of set design. Cast listed.
152 ISTC to present "Messiah"
Public Relations News Release 1960:134, p.1
Professor Myron E. Russell directs the oratorio chorus and symphony orchestra in their performance of "Messia" and "The Childhood of Christ" in the men's gymnasium. Faculty soloists include Jane Birkhead, Jane Mauck, Charles Matheson, and Harald Holst.
153 ISTC music head to attend Chicago convention
Public Relations News Release 1960:127, p.1
Professor Myron E. Russell attends the annual National Association of Schools of Music in Chicago as a representative of ISTC's music department.
154 Cast announced for 'The Student Prince'
College Eye 52:8, p.5
Department of Music will produce play; list of cast members.
155 ISTC organist to give faculty recital Sunday
Public Relations News Release 1960:103, p.1
Philip Hahn, assistant professor of music and member of the Waterloo Symphony Orchestra, performs his first faculty recital in the auditorium. Hahn will be playing the organ, accompanied by musicians from the Waterloo-Cedar Falls area.
156 Miss Gault to feature composition by ISTC prof
Public Relations News Release 1960:57, p.1
Joyce Gault performs a selection of the works of Professor William P. Latham, and Anthony Donato at her faculty recital in the auditorium.
157 ISTC Band Day registration complete
Public Relations News Release 1960:48, p.1
Band Day activities are postponed to coincide with Dad's Day activities at the ISTC-Drake football game. Over one-thousand high school band members are to perform at halftime.
158 Music Department will present two operas Sunday evening
College Eye 52:2, p.1
Will present "A Hand of Bridge" and "The Music Master"; photo.
159 ISTC Band Day entries break records
Public Relations News Release 1960:33, p.1
Twenty-two of the thirty-five high school bands that applied for Band Day are accepted into the two-march halftime show in Latham Stadium. The program is directed by James Melichar, and sponsored by the department of music.
160 First faculty recital of the year to be held at I. S. T. C.
Public Relations News Release 1960:31, p.1
Jane Birkhead, Harald Holst, Jvone Maxwell, Becky Guernsey, and Philip Rash perform in the first faculty recital of the year at the auditorium. They will perform both "A Hand of Bridge" and "The Music Master".
161 Upper class students register at ISTC tomorrow
Public Relations News Release 1960:22, p.1
Registration begins for upper class students, who will continue to participate in opening events throughout the following weekend. Activities include the annual Style Show in the Commons, an introduction to student government, and Band Day.
162 High school music inferior because of public: Sandberg
College Eye 51:37, p.3
William Sandberg offers views on quality of band music.
163 'Music in Therapy' topic for Music Dept. workshop
College Eye 51:33, p.3
E. Thayer Gaston will speak.
164 Construction begins on new music building
College Eye 51:33, p.1
Department of Music work, now spread over three buildings, will be consolidated; description of new facilities.
165 Construction Started on Music Building
Northern Iowan 0:0, p.102
Phi Mu Alpha, the musical fraternity for men, hosted the Convention for Province No. 6 of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia. Alongside them, the Music Department also sponsored Sigma Alpha Iota, the musical sorority for women, and hosted the Musical Educators National Conference. Both organizations helped gather $1,000,000 for the new music building.
166 ISTC to begin 5 construction projects
Alumnus 45:1, p.3
Projects include Health Services, Music, Arts and Industries, power plant, and remodeling; college purchases 126 acres of land west of Hudson Road..
167 With a combined cast of thirty-five
Alumnus 45:1, p.1
Music Department produces two operas.
168 German harpsichord now owned by ISTC
College Eye 51:8, p.2
Professor Bock talks about the new instrument.
169 Time saved by TC's multi-pianos
College Eye 51:7, p.1
Thirteen linked electronic keyboards assist piano classes; photo.
170 Departments plan for HC; music, teas, food, for alum's
College Eye 51:6, p.6
A look at department plans for Homecoming; photo.
171 Regents give go-ahead on Music Building
College Eye 50:34, p.1
Approve planning for $1.155 million building; also approve budget and consider admission standards.
172 Music Department Presents Many Varied Programs
Old Gold 0:0, p.108
Some of the projects in the Music Department were: an opera, Christmas Oratorios, music for convocations, faculty and senior recitals, and band, orchestra, ensemble, and choral concerts; new faculty were: Herbert White, Don Wendt, and Joan Olson; photo.
173 The Opera- KISS ME KATE
Old Gold 0:0, p.67
"Kiss Me Kate" was produced by the TC Music Department; the leading roles were played by Phil Rash and Becky Guernsey, and the dances were precise; photo.
174 Legislature appropriates $2,572,250; substantial start on building program
Alumnus 44:2, p.2
New buildings will include a health services facility and a music building; an addition to Arts and Industries; improvements to infrastructure; new dorm also approved; photo.
175 Yule festivities include . . . Messiah number 40 here Sunday
College Eye 50:13, p.1
Performance program; photo.
176 St. Olaf Band here Nov. 21
College Eye 50:8, p.7
177 Music Programs Enrich Campus Culture
Old Gold 0:0, p.108
Description of the Music Department and some of the activities that they produced over the year; photos.
178 Opera
Old Gold 0:0, p.56
Two operas were performed by the students in the music department, both are featured on this page; photos.
179 Christmas Activities
Old Gold 0:0, p.86
The TC campus officially opened up the season with a traditional tree lighting ceremony; the annual presentation of the Messiah, by the Music Department and Johann S. Bach's Christmas Oratorio was another event that took place; photo.
180 Department of Music
Old Gold 0:0, p.50
The Department of Music sponsored organizations/activities including: college choruses/choirs, the college band/orchestra, and the Opera Production group; faculty, senior, general student recitals, ensemble, and Christmas Oratorios were held also; photo.
181 Summer
Old Gold 0:0, p.68
Activities of the summer included: a travel talk, an old fashioned country party, a smorgasbord, and movies; a jazz program, a dance and drama team, lectures by professors from three universities, and a band and choral concert were also held; photo.
182 The Mikado
Old Gold 0:0, p.89
Gilbert and Sullivan's Mikado, was presented as the Music Department's annual opera; under the direction of Harald Holst and Jane Birkhead, the chorus and cast turned in spectacular performances; the orchestra was directed by Russell Baum; photo.
183 "The Mikado" is Music Department feature
Alumnus 41:1, p.5
Cast of forty-two.
184 Music students receive positions
College Eye 48:12, p.3
Elton Dresselhaus and John Russell awarded assistantships in Department of Music.
185 Music
Old Gold 0:0, p.100
Brief description of the department; photo.
186 Borrowers must return music items
College Eye 47:32, p.10
Must return uniforms and instruments.
187 Culture lurks in all campus corners
College Eye 47:21, p.7
Lengthy survey of cultural opportunities on campus; photo.
188 Recital set for Friday
College Eye 47:2, p.6
Music majors required to attend.
189 Music Department Presents Two Comic Operas
Old Gold 0:0, p.43
Descriptions of the two operas presented by the Music Department; photos.
190 Music Presents Many Concerts
Old Gold 0:0, p.88
Description of the activities over the year for the Music department, with the highlight being the Christmas Concert; photos.
191 Two Oratorios Presented at Christmas Concert
Old Gold 0:0, p.40
Description of the concert where about 200 students participated in the performances; photos.
192 Present two operas
Alumnus 39:1, p.10
Department of Music presents light operas by Mozart and Martinu.
193 Music grads meet profs here Friday
College Eye 46:17, p.6
Opportunity to discuss problems that they may have had with their new teaching assignments.
194 Music grads come back
College Eye 46:15, p.8
Recent graduates will talk with faculty.
195 Music students meet at auditorium today
College Eye 46:2, p.1
Will introduce new faculty and make announcements.
196 Music
Old Gold 0:0, p.241
Brief description of the department; photo.
197 Students should make applied music requests
College Eye 45:20, p.1
198 'Tolerant examination needed for understanding of arts'
College Eye 44:28, p.2
Teaching art and music is a challenge.
199 Music
Old Gold 0:0, p.152
Brief description of the department with photos of the faculty and the Symphony Orchestra; photo.
200 Special To: Waterloo Daily Courier
Public Relations News Release 1952:466, p.1
Three Waterloo students have been elected to offices in Pi Phi Omega, local social sorority. Jeann Carroll was elected president; LaNelle Harvey, secretary, and Gladys Gray, historian. Carroll is a senior art major.