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PLU's Musical HeritageHistorian Philip Nordquist reports that the first faculty member hired in 1892, as the fledgling academy was preparing to open its doors, was a music teacher, “the energetic musician Carlo Sperati.” Music has continued to be at the center of campus life since that time. The University Symphony Orchestra has long been one of the most important centerpieces of a stunningly rich musical calendar. Unique among the musical ensembles on campus, the orchestra plays a role in

PLU Flute Studies PLU fosters a vibrant and exciting environment for flutists to continue their musical growth.The Sølvvinden Flute Ensemble’s latest project is music to our ears.See upcoming flute events hereInformation on Music ScholarshipsFollow us on Facebook!

stunning performing chamber music, selected transcriptions, concerti and original full ensemble repertoire spanning five centuries. The Wind Ensemble is committed to championing new music and has performed numerous world premiers each year. The ensemble performs four concerts on campus per season as well as appearing regularly at local schools, national conferences, festivals and special events. Recent highlights have included critically acclaimed performances at the College Band Directors Association

PLU Multimedia RecordingsPLU Multimedia Recordings had its genesis in 1984 when Martin Neeb, Executive Director of University Communications; Bob Holden, Director of Audio Services; Jeffrey Bruton, Assistant Director of Audio Services, and Richard Sparks, Director of Choral Activities, had an idea. Great music, like that performed by the PLU ensembles and solo artist, deserved to be shared with our constituents and the world. Our first recording was J.S. Bach and the Chorale, released on vinyl

administrative missions. Combining existing platforms such as Student Media and MediaLab with curricular programs in art and design, communication, music, theatre and other departments, a primary goal of the Center is to develop new community outreach and engagement, while further enhancing those relationships already in existence. These efforts will be accomplished through excellence in teaching, research, learning and application of student skills in art, graphic design, visual literacy, legacy and

PLU Concert BandUnder the direction of Dr. Ron GerhardsteinThe PLU Concert Band is a non-auditioned ensemble made up of PLU students in all areas and disciplines of the university as well members from the PLU community. The band rehearses one evening per week and performs at the conclusion of each semester. Membership is open to all students with prior high school music experience. Quick Links Scholarship Information PLU Northwest High School Honor BandSee upcoming Concert Band events here

ChoraleThe Pacific Lutheran University Chorale is a mixed choir comprised primarily—though not exclusively—of freshmen and sophomore singers spanning a variety of academic disciplines. The choir meets four days a week for a ninety-minute rehearsal and sings many times each year in concerts, tours, and campus ministry events. The choir tours regionally and appears on PLU Christmas compact discs and streaming platforms. The Chorale has recently performed for conferences of the Washington Music

recording, remember that our annual Christmas concerts are but one part of a vibrant, busy performance season that showcases the collaborative work of an incredible faculty and talented students. We ask you to consider supporting these—and future—students in their PLU music journey. Your gifts, of any size, support music scholarships and will help PLU students share their talent and exceptional work for years to come. To make a donation, please visit plu.edu/christmasgift, or contact the Office of

Search the Archives and Special Collections Search The Pacific Lutheran University Archives and Special Collections preserves physical and digital records of permanent historical value related to the operations of Pacific Lutheran University, the experience of Scandinavian immigrants in the Pacific Northwest, and the history of Parkland and Pierce County. The Archives and Special Collections also serves as the regional repository for the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. For more

Nisqually woman, Svinth Carpenter received her undergraduate and graduate degrees in education from Pacific Lutheran University before teaching in Tacoma Public Schools. She was a lifelong advocate for her own Nisqually people and other Salish tribes and a leader in advocating for Indigenous education, the preservation of Indigenous history, and the revitalization of Nisqually culture, spirituality, and arts. She located herself and her work in this region, the watershed of Mount Tacobet/Tahoma/Rainier