Event Name: ENS WCUSO Irv Cohen (Bryan) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFNR West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... WCU Symphony Orchestra: Irving H. Cohen Memorial & Concerto Competition Winners' Concert; Paul Bryan, director Livestream | Program The WCU Symphony Orchestra, Irving H. Cohen Memorial & Concerto Winners’ Concert honors both the impact of Irving H. Cohen, WCU Professor of Music (1969-1989), and winners of this year’s Concerto Competition. Come join us in this unique celebration of legacy and music’s future. More Information: wcupa.edu/music/ensembles Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: MWACS Event Locator: 2024-ADDFDR West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Madeleine Wing Adler Concert Series Program Join us for the Madeleine Wing Adler Concert Series, a tribute to the legacy of former WCU President Madeleine Wing Adler (1992-2008), a passionate advocate for the arts. This series features a variety of performances held on select Tuesdays at 11am in the Ware Family Recital Hall of Swope Music Building, showcasing the incredible talent within our music school. Concert Schedule: October 1: Keyboard Division November 5: Sophomore Instrumental Scholarship Competition November 26: Jazz Division January 28: String Division March 4: Vocal Division April 1: S. Powell Middleton Freshman Instrumental Scholarship Competition April 29: Jazz Division Don’t miss these inspiring performances, held a couple of times each Fall and Spring semester, celebrating the dedication and artistry of our students. Free and Open to the Public  Tickets Not Required Ware Family Recital Hall Swope Music Building 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information No Recital Credit Offered

Event Name: GST Scott Sutherland, tuba (Fowler) Event Locator: 2024-ADDHKF West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Guest Artist Recital: Scott Sutherland, tuba Program Join us for an enchanting evening of music as the Wells School of Music proudly presents a guest artist recital featuring Scott Sutherland. This special event will showcase the extraordinary talent and artistry of Scott Sutherland, who is renowned for his captivating tuba performances. The recital will include a diverse program of both classical masterpieces and contemporary works, highlighting the versatility and expressive depth of the tuba. Attendees will have the unique opportunity to experience the virtuosity and musicality of Scott Sutherland in the intimate setting of our concert hall. Whether you are a long-time music enthusiast or new to the world of brass instruments, this recital promises to be an unforgettable experience. Don’t miss the chance to witness a captivating performance by one of today’s leading tuba musicians. ScottSutherlandMusic.com Admission is free and open to the public. We look forward to welcoming you to an evening of exceptional music and artistry. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Ware Family Recital Hall Swope Music Building 817 S. High St West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: 3/19 12PM Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFPR West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: Student Showcase Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 19, 12:00 PM STUDENT SHOWCASE Join us for the first featured concert of a student ensemble. Chosen through a rigorous audition process, our Thursday afternoon concert will feature a student-led, student-conceived, and all student-performing ensemble. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/19 1930PM Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFPS West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: Student Showcase Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 19, 7:30 PM FACULTY JAZZ CONCERT Join the Faculty of the Wells School of Music for an evening of standards and original music! Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/20 12PM Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFPT West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: Student Showcase Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 20, 12:00 PM STEVE WILSON AND GARY VERSACE Join Steve Wilson and Gary Versace for an intimate duo concert. Steve Wilson has attained ubiquitous status in the studio and on the stage with the greatest names in jazz. A bandleader in his own right, Jazz Times calls him “the consummate saxophonist-composer and “one of the finest alto and soprano saxophonists of our time.” A musician’s musician, Wilson has brought his distinctive sound to more than 100 recordings led by such celebrated and wide-ranging artists as Chick Corea, George Duke, Michael Brecker, Dave Holland, Dianne Reeves, Bill Bruford, Gerald Wilson, Maria Schneider, Joe Henderson, Charlie Byrd, Billy Childs, Karrin Allyson, Don Byron, Bill Stewart, James Williams, and Mulgrew Miller among many others. Wilson has eight recordings under his own name. Grammy-award nominee, Gary Versace, is a DownBeat Critics and Reader’s Poll winner and teaches at the 24 Eastman School of Music. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/20 1930PM Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFPV West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: Student Showcase Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 20, 7:30 PM THE CHAMBER WORLD OF STEVE WILSON WITH DIANE MONROE Joined by Philadelphia’s own, violinist Diane Monroe, Steve explores a variety of music for chamber orchestra. A collaboration with Profs. Paul Bryan and Joseph Hodge, the WCU Symphony Orchestra and Chamber Orchestra. Featuring music by Duke Ellington, Mary Lou Williams, arrangements by Director of Jazz Studies, Jonathan Ragonese, and featuring music from Bird with Strings. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/21 12PM Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFPW West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: Student Showcase Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 21, 12:00 PM “MANAGEMENT, THE ROAD, BOOKING, AND MORE” A SPECIAL INTERVIEW WITH STEVE WILSON AND LAURA HARTMANN, FOUNDER OF LVANHART ARTIST PRODUCTIONS Join Steve and his longtime friend and manager, Laura Hartmann as they discuss their partnership, Steve’s career, and Laura’s work in the industry. A conversation with Director of Jazz Studies, Jonathan Ragonese. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/21 1930PM Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFPZ West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: Student Showcase Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 21, 7:30 PM STEVE WILSON MEETS THE CRITERIONS Join the Criterions Jazz Ensemble as they traverse music from Steve’s long and storied career in the big band world and beyond. Featuring music from the big bands of Joe Henderson, Maria Schneider, Charles Mingus, Christian McBride and more. Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/25 WCU HS Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFQC West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: High School Jazz Festival Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 22 HIGH SCHOOL JAZZ FESTIVAL In partnership with Cavalcade of Bands, join a host of high school big bands as they come to campus and perform for one another, receive clinics and participate in masterclasses. GA Tickets: $15 Adults | $8 Seniors & Students | Free for WCU Students wcupatix.com Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: 3/22 1700 Jazz Fest (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFQD West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... 35th Annual WCU Jazz Festival: *Steve Wilson Meets the Wind Ensemble Livestream | Program | wcupa.edu/jazzfest March 22, 5:00 PM STEVE WILSON MEETS THE WIND ENSEMBLE PREMIERE OF NEWLY COMMISSIONED WORK BY GRAMMY-AWARD WINNING COMPOSER BILLY CHILDS The centerpiece of the 35th annual festival features the culmination of multi-year commission consortium, led by WCU, with over ten other universities. A new concerto for Alto Saxophone and Wind Ensemble written by Steve’s longtime friend and collaborator, Billy Childs, will receive its world premiere. The evening’s concert will also feature the Criterions and other works for Wind Ensemble under the director of Dr. Andrew Yozviak. GA Tickets: $12 Adults | $6 Seniors & Students | Free for WCU Students (HS Jazz Fest Tickets, free entry) wcupatix.com Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: ENS WE (Yoz) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFQQ West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Wind Ensemble Concert; <a href="www.wcu pa.edu/music/ensembleFaculty/aYozviak.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Andrew Yozviak, director Livestream | Program Fourth Annual East Meets West Wind Band Invitational High School bands from opposite sides of the Commonwealth will be featured in the Fourth Annual “East Meets West” Invitational concert. Bethel Park and Hershey High Schools will represent their communities as two of the state’s most outstanding high school wind bands. The WCU Wind Ensemble will feature the world premiere of a to be named composition by jazz icon, Billy Childs that features alto saxophonist, Steve Wilson. WCU’s Jonathan Ragonese will join Wilson in a performance of Bordello Nights by Las Vegas based jazz artist Jenn Bellor. More Information: wcupa.edu/music/ensembles Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: New Music (Arne/Cooper) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFQR West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... New Music at WCU; Devin Arne and Jacob Cooper, directors Livestream | Program THE LIVING EARTH SHOW WITH TANNER PORTER Experimental guitar-percussion duo with beguiling vocalist Tanner Porter; music by WCU faculty Jacob Cooper, alumna Christina George, current students and more. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Ware Family Recital Hall Swope Music Building 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: FAC (Dannessa) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFQV West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Faculty Recital: Karen Dannessa, clarinet Livestream | Program Join us for an enchanting evening of music as the esteemed faculty of the Wells School of Music showcase their exceptional talents. This recital series features a diverse program of classical and contemporary works, performed by our accomplished professors and instructors. Whether you are a long-time music enthusiast or new to the world of classical music, these recitals offer a unique opportunity to experience live performances in an intimate setting. Come and enjoy an evening of beautiful music, and support the incredible talent within our community. We look forward to sharing this musical journey with you! Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Philips Autograph Library Philips Memorial Building 700 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: MWACS Event Locator: 2024-ADDFDR West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Madeleine Wing Adler Concert Series Program Join us for the Madeleine Wing Adler Concert Series, a tribute to the legacy of former WCU President Madeleine Wing Adler (1992-2008), a passionate advocate for the arts. This series features a variety of performances held on select Tuesdays at 11am in the Ware Family Recital Hall of Swope Music Building, showcasing the incredible talent within our music school. Concert Schedule: October 1: Keyboard Division November 5: Sophomore Instrumental Scholarship Competition November 26: Jazz Division January 28: String Division March 4: Vocal Division April 1: S. Powell Middleton Freshman Instrumental Scholarship Competition April 29: Jazz Division Don’t miss these inspiring performances, held a couple of times each Fall and Spring semester, celebrating the dedication and artistry of our students. Free and Open to the Public  Tickets Not Required Ware Family Recital Hall Swope Music Building 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information No Recital Credit Offered

Event Name: ENS Bach Celebration (Ragonese) Event Locator: 2024-ADDFQX West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... WCU Bach Celebration; Jonathan Ragonese, director Livestream | Program An annual celebration of the music of Johann Sebastian Bach featuring Wells School of Music Faculty. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: ENS Flute Ens (Reighley) Event Locator: 2024-ADDGGD West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Trilovati Flute Ensemble; Kimberly Reighley, director Livestream | Program The WCU Flute Ensemble is a large group that is open to all flute majors with no audition, while the Night Winds Flute Ensemble is a smaller, precision ensemble that accepts members by audition only. Both groups rehearse weekly and perform several times a semester, including at the annual Flutefest. The Night Winds often perform off campus throughout the greater Philadelphia area. The two groups program works from the standard flute choir repertoire as well as pieces by contemporary composers. Students have the opportunity to play the piccolo, alto, and bass flute and gain experience working on tone quality, technique, ensemble blending, and intonation. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit

Event Name: SNR (Sabella/Sorrentino) Event Locator: 2024-ADDJRH West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Senior Recital: David Sabella, percussion Student of Dr. Ralph Sorrentino Program Senior and Graduate Recital Series Join us for an inspiring showcase of talent at the Wells School of Music’s Senior and Graduate Recital Series. Our accomplished students will present a diverse repertoire, demonstrating their mastery and passion for music. Each performance is a culmination of years of dedicated study and artistic growth, offering a unique opportunity to experience the next generation of musical excellence. Whether you’re a fan of classical, jazz, or contemporary music, these recitals promise to captivate and delight. Don’t miss the chance to support and celebrate our talented musicians as they take the stage for these memorable performances. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Ware Family Recital Hall Swope Music Building 817 S. High Street West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit Offered

Event Name: ENS Sounds of Caribbean (Nelson/Jacoby) Event Locator: 2024-ADDGGL West Chester University Wells School of Music & Windish Music proudly presents... WCU Latin Jazz Ensemble & WCU Steel Band; Marc Jacoby & David Nelson, directors Livestream | Program "Sounds of the Caribbean" Shake off that winter chill by joining the WCU Latin Jazz and Steel Bands for a special concert of Caribbean music. The two student groups will also feature special guests and members of the Wells School of Music faculty. Come feel the heat of the Mambo, Merengue and Soca, or sway slowly to Calypso, Bolero and Bachata. Free and Open to the Public Tickets Not Required Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High St West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information

Event Name: LYWS Concert (Gumble) Event Locator: 2024-ADDGGM West Chester University Wells School of Music proudly presents... Liberty Youth Wind Symphony; Adam Gumble & Hannah Morrison, directors As an enrichment opportunity for talented high school musicians, the members of the Liberty Wind Symphony sponsor the Liberty Youth Wind Symphony. Based on the model of regional youth orchestras, members of the Liberty Youth Wind Symphony will participate in weekly rehearsals that expose students to outstanding wind band literature in full ensemble and chamber music settings. Led by musical directors Dr. Andrew Yozviak and Dr. Hannah Morrison, the Liberty Youth Wind Symphony performs regular concerts throughout the academic year. For ticket purchases please visit libertywindsymphony.org. Madeleine Wing Adler Theatre Performing Arts Center 817 S. High St West Chester, PA 19383 View Campus Map Parking Information Recital Credit