Public Welcome to Attend Free 2024 Spring Band Concert at Mary
BISMARCK, ND — On Sunday, March 17, the University of Mary Concert Band will perform its annual Spring Concert at 3 p.m. in Luman Vitae University Center’s (LVUC) Founders Hall, on campus.
Dennis Gowen, professor of Music and director of Bands and High Brass at Mary, says the students are eagerly looking forward to their annual spring presentation.
“Our spring concert falls on St. Patrick’s Day once again,” said Gowen, “and we’re excited to share a couple great tributes to the Irish culture, as well as other gems, with our faithful audience.”
The performance will open with “Kirkpatrick Fanfare” by Andrew Boysen. And later on, the ensemble lets loose with “Riverdance,” a classic nod to the Irish dance phenomenon written by Bill Whelan and arranged for band by Johan de Meij.
“Every time I hand out this fantastic work, the students are immediately enthralled,” continued Gowen. Rebekah Libby, freshman vocal performance major from Livermore, CA, will join the band in singing the opening movement ‘Cloudsong.’”
Other works on the program include “Pas Redoublé” by Camille Saint-Saëns, and “Suite in Eb” by Gustav Holst. “The Holst Suite is among the most timeless works in our young history of original repertoire for the wind band,” added Gowen. “Numerous students had recently asked to rehearse and perform the Suite as part of their time here at Mary. How do you say ‘no’ to a request like that?”
The concert will also feature two student conductors and a student composer. “We’re fortunate to have three student conductors enrolled in independent conducting lessons this semester,” remarked Gowen. “Two will conduct works during our spring concert, and one at graduation this year.”
Stephen Talbot, trumpeter and senior music major from Carol Stream, IL, will conduct a premiere of his own recent composition, “Pray, Hope, and Don’t Worry.” And Christopher Dill, from St. Paul, MN, will conduct “Wayfaring Stranger” by Christopher Nelson.
The concert is free and open to the public. Come join the University of Mary Band for a spectacular array of outstanding musical works on Sunday, March 17, at 3 p.m.
Spring Band Personnel
FLUTE
*Meghan Schneider Billings, MT
Kathryne Johnson Broomfield, CO
Olivia Anderson Bismarck, ND
Calista Rennich Bismarck, ND
+Sophia Moore
Greta Anderson Bismarck, ND
Logan Grabins Verona, WI
Elizabeth Beshenich Leavenworth, KS
Myra Arvig Grey Eagle, MN
Lily Shaw Billings, MT
OBOE
*Anna Wenning Beulah, ND
Michael Phillips Williston, ND
CLARINET 4
*Maja Dojs Bismarck, ND
Peter Talbot Carol Stream, IL
Megan Jennen Forest Lake, MN
Faith Peddycord Superior, CO
BASS CLARINET
Mya Tena Bismarck, ND
CONTRA ALTO CLARINET
Sarah Puyleart Forest Lake, MN
ALTO SAXOPHONE 6
*Hattie Muellenbach Corona, SD
Matthew Mendiola Dassel, MN
Edmund Peliska Bismarck, ND
+Emily Finnegan Baraboo, WI
Brissa Campos Aragon Denver, CO
Carlia Boggs Merrifield, MN
TENOR SAXOPHONE
Damien Hartze Bismarck, ND
Molly Pearson Ottertail, MN
BARITONE SAXOPHONE
Lillian Effertz Velva, ND
TRUMPET 9
*Brady Saylor Bismarck, ND
*Stephen Talbot Carol Stream, IL
John Mendiola Dassel, MN
Abigail Welle Freeport, MN
Madeline London Winneconne, WI
Lucas Mueller Bismarck, ND
Katie Emter Steele, ND
Riley Stotesbery Graceville, MN
Grace Goven Turtle Lake, ND
HORN 6
*Jase Kleser Bismarck, ND
+Mark Stotzer Albuquerque, NM
+Rachael Puyleart Forest Lake, MN
Amanda Rocha Tigard, OR
+Maggie Krautkramer Appleton, WI
Gabrielle Kielkucki Manchester, IA
TROMBONE
*Zachary King Glendale Heights, IL
Logan Quinn Wilton, ND
EUPHONIUM
Marie Wilson Bismarck, ND
TUBA
Keenan Athman Hamilton, MT
Nicholas Mettler Burtrum, MN
PERCUSSION
*Nicholas Amoranto Oceanside, CA
*Noah Deabel Chicago Heights, IL
Zachary Turner Mandan, ND
Haylie Prugh Aberdeen, SD
Megan Snyder Custer, SD
Joshua Burdullis Mountlake Terrace, WA
* = Principal or Co-Principal
+ = Section Leader
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About the University of Mary: True to its motto “lumen vitae”—The Light of Life—the University of Mary offers education for the whole of life through cutting-edge professional programs and graduate programs animated by moral courage and leadership in chosen professions and service to the community. A private, co-educational Catholic institution, the University of Mary welcomes students of all faiths and backgrounds.
A Christian, Catholic, Benedictine institution founded in 1959 by the Benedictine Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, Mary offers nearly 60 bachelor’s, 18 master’s, and five doctoral programs—in Business Administration, Education, Nursing Practice, Occupational Therapy and Physical Therapy. The 20-sport Athletic Department adheres to its Greatness Through Virtue mission under the governance of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), American Collegiate Hockey Association (ACHA), and the USA College Clay Target League. With more than 3,800 students, Mary has locations in North Dakota, Montana, Arizona, Rome, Italy, as well as vibrant online offerings.