The final crowning event of the semester: CARMINA BURANA
Join us in wrapping up our celebration of 75 amazing years at the School of Music and Dance. You can purchase tickets here: TICKETS Do NOT miss this spectacular concert. Tuesday, May 8 Don Powell Theatre on SDSU campus 7:00 pm
Dell Grace Schroeder (aka Miz Dell), Class of 1970: “Don’t give up, even when you are tired of fighting to keep your programs alive and well.”
1. When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? When I was about 7 and saw my first marching band. 2. Please name someone in the arts who is especially important to you or who has influenced you? Too many to list here. 3. What caused you to choose San Diego State? … Read more
Keith Glassman: Choreographer, Dancer, Collaborator
When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? Pedagogy class taught by Prof. Sandback early in the program’s schedule of courses. In one assignment, she asked us to describe our future in the dance world. I’ve mostly stuck to that plan ever since (30 years ago). Was there a professor … Read more
Dr. Sal Ferrantelli: “Many of my most precious memories prior to becoming a husband and a father are those of my musical experiences at SDSU.”
1. When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? I first realized that I wanted a life in the arts in my second year in the San Diego High School Concert Choir and Madrigal Ensemble under E. Harrison Maxwell. 2. Please name someone in the arts who is especially important to … Read more
Karl Fitch: “Being chosen to stay in the states because of my trumpeting skills saved my life.”
I was in the 6th grade when I buzzed on my first trumpet. Little did I know then, as a member of the elementary school band, that music would be a major part of my life and also save my life. Perhaps the best thing my dad ever did for me was at his lunch … Read more
Joyce Eastlund Gromko: “Show up. Pay attention. Be honest. Let go.”
1. When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? I was ten. When I was a fifth grader, my music teacher (Mrs. Margaret Smothers), who was a fantastic choral music educator, encouraged my parents to purchase a piano and to give me piano lessons. Mrs. Smothers provided opportunities for … Read more
Frank Hallock: “The Greek ideal of a holistic approach to learning and application was what I found in my college experience.”
1. When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? While at Crawford High School in San Diego, I was planning a career in Science, but needed a Fine Arts credit to graduate. I auditioned for the school choir and was selected. On the first day of rehearsal, I was … Read more
William Sumner: “Follow your passion.”
1. When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? When I was in Junior High School. I had an inspirational band director at Chula Vista Junior High, Floyd Grant. He was a San Diego State Graduate in the early 50′s and played oboe in the San Diego Symphony.2. Please name … Read more
EXTRA! EXTRA! SMD presents Music of John Cage tonight
The enigmatic and ever-controversial composer will be celebrated tonight. 2012 marks the centenary of Mr. Cage’s birth, so his music is being heard/felt/played/ignored all over the world this year. Be a part of it! When: T O D A Y @ 7:00 PM Where: Smith Recital Hall How much?: $10/Students, $15/General Why?: Why not?
Carol Collins: “Let your joy show through in your performances.”
1. When did you first realize that you wanted a life in the arts? When I was in high school. 2. Please name someone in the arts who is especially important to you or who has influenced you? Professor Flye was one of the Professors at SDSU who made a major impact on my piano playing skills. … Read more
