Search

PLU has been teaching music for 130 years Posted by: mhines / September 19, 2023 September 19, 2023 “I’m confident that here at PLU we can give you an experience that will make you a much better player, whether you choose to pursue music passionately or professionally.” – Svend Rønning, PLU Professor of Music – Violin; Coordinator of String Studies PLU offers the most comprehensive music program of any private university in the Pacific Northwest. String majors and non-majors alike have access

You Ask. We Answer. What are my opportunities in the Music Program? Posted by: mhines / April 26, 2024 April 26, 2024 Music at PLU boasts one of the largest arrays of majors and minors, yet participation isn't limited to those studying music!Did you know the music faculty are also active performers and composers in professional capacities? How do you balance being involved in multiple music ensembles alongside classes? In this session, hear from Dr. Brian Galante, Chair of Music, who talks

-girls high school band from Japan, Tamana Girls High School, will once again visit Pierce County this June in a friendship concert with Graham-Kapowsin High School (GKHS). Their message: friendship through music. This year, the Friendship Concert performed by Tamana Girls High School Wind Orchestra and the Graham-Kapowsin High School Wind Ensemble will take place on Sunday, June 3rd at 2 p.m. at Pacific Lutheran University’s Lagerquist Concert Hall.  The concert is free and open to the public. Since

23, 2015)—Jazz music is a dish best served live and in person. A fusion of African-American, European-American and international musical traditions, jazz is known for its energy, creativity and ingenuity. Its iconic founding fathers and mothers are revered as some of the greatest improvisational artists in modern history.No performance stage is too grand or too modest for the lively genre, but jazz music may be most at home in culturally vibrant metropolitan nightclubs. New Orleans, Chicago and

-specific perks you may not have heard about: Music Lessons Have you been itching to learn Blackbird on the guitar? Have you wanted to learn how to play something other than The Office theme song on the piano? Good news: The Music Department offers lessons to Lutes regardless of major! Beginning musicians simply can head to the Music office, on the second floor of the Mary Baker Russell building, and fill out a questionnaire. Students then can choose whether they’d like to take the lessons for one or

Brian Bradshaw ’07 inspires others even after his death; scholarship encourages students to emulate his leadership Posted by: Kari Plog / November 1, 2016 Image: Paul and Mary Bradshaw, parents of Lt. Brian Bradshaw ’07, with PLU President Thomas W. Krise at the 2016 PLU Military Appreciation Football Game. (photo by John Froschauer/PLU) November 1, 2016 By Kari Plog '11PLU Marketing & CommunicationsTACOMA, WASH. (Nov. 1, 2016)- Lt. Brian Bradshaw was an understated leader who put everyone else

administration after graduating from PLU. He says ROTC is a diverse group of caring cadets, instructors and staff who have contributed to his excellence. “(ROTC) isn’t about making you a soldier, but making you a successful human being,” Thapa said. “(ROTC) is building overall successful citizens for the country.” Thapa’s appreciation for the Green to Gold Award and his dedication to the ROTC program both stem from his affection and reverence for the U.S. armed forces. Thapa said he found an identity and a

high school dropout prevention programs. I also enjoyed taking courses in theatre, film, photography, and music as well as performing in dance, music, and theatre productions. After I graduated, I returned to the Seattle area and co-founded a flamenco dance company called Barrio Flamenco. I performed with Barrio Flamenco from 2007-2008. In 2008, I co-founded Seattle-based Sapience Dance Collective and co-directed the company until 2016. We produced annual shows, created Converge Dance Festival, an

high school dropout prevention programs. I also enjoyed taking courses in theatre, film, photography, and music as well as performing in dance, music, and theatre productions. After I graduated, I returned to the Seattle area and co-founded a flamenco dance company called Barrio Flamenco. I performed with Barrio Flamenco from 2007-2008. In 2008, I co-founded Seattle-based Sapience Dance Collective and co-directed the company until 2016. We produced annual shows, created Converge Dance Festival, an

Students share why they love studying music at PLU Posted by: vcraker / December 8, 2021 December 8, 2021 Music is a big deal at PLU. Each year, more than 140 concert performances present students, faculty artists and exciting guest performers with an incredible array of musical styles and media. Kylie Cordero ‘23 and Noatak Post ‘23 discuss their passion for music and how their journey at PLU inspires them to pursue careers in music. Learn more at plu.edu/music. Read Previous How to be a Lute