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WNYCO production of 'Having Guests for Dinner' features Fredonia students and alumnus
Three current students at SUNY Fredonia and one recent graduate have roles in the upcoming Western New York Chamber Orchestra (WNYCO) production of “Having Guests for Dinner.”
Epic storm no problem for SUNY Fredonia graduate student and Met district winner
“Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night…” oh no, that’s for postal delivery persons – but now includes SUNY Fredonia soprano and graduate student Mia Mandineau, who delivered an award-winning performance Jan. 13 at the Buffalo-Toronto District of the Metropolitan Opera’s Laffont Competition.
Hillman Opera brings popular operetta ‘Die Fledermaus’ to Fredonia in November
Combining elements of comedy, mistaken identities, and romantic entanglements to create a light-hearted and entertaining story, “Die Fledermaus,” remains one of the most popular operettas in the world.
Lake Shore Savings Bank renews support for the performing arts at Fredonia
Lake Shore Savings Bank has renewed its support for the performing arts at SUNY Fredonia by returning as the season-wide sponsor for the Michael C. Rockefeller Arts Center.
Student soloists to be featured in Vivaldi’s 'Gloria' with WNYCO
The Fredonia Chamber Choir, members of the Cathedral Choir from the Cathedral of Saint Paul in Erie, PA, and the Western New York Chamber Orchestra will present Vivaldi’s “Gloria,” on Sunday, Sept. 24 at 3 p.m. in King Concert Hall.
School of Music welcomes new faculty to key positions
The Fredonia School of Music has appointed two new faculty members – Don Marrazzo and Dr. Emily Schaad – that it considers to be exceptional additions to the music faculty.
Hillman Opera conductor returns to his roots for ‘Summer and Smoke’
Conductor Andrew Bisantz has many memorable opera credits to his name. However, his upcoming engagement as the conductor and music director for the Hillman Opera production of “Summer and Smoke” holds special significance for this 1995 SUNY Fredonia alumnus.
Hillman Opera presents work based on Tennessee Williams play
The Hillman Opera returns for the 2022-23 season in November with a compelling work based on a play by Tennessee Williams.
Hillman Opera offers whimsical take on a Cimarosa classic
The 18th century will meet the 1980s when the Hillman Opera presents its whimsical take on Italian composer Domenico Cimarosa’s masterpiece “Il Matrimonio Segreto” (“The Secret Marriage”) in November.
Hillman Opera ‘Beatrice and Benedict’ slated for late November release on YouTube
The Hillman Opera, produced each year by the Fredonia School of Music in conjunction with the Hillman Memorial Music Association, is breaking new ground this year with a unique production in an online format. The production of “Beatrice and Benedict” will be available starting Nov. 27 on the School of Music’s YouTube channel, noted opera producer and Fredonia alumnus Dr. Robert Strauss of the School of Music.