Austin College Music Department Hosts Student Recital

SHERMAN, TEXAS — The Austin College Music Department invites the community to its upcoming Fall Student Recital, an event dedicated to showcasing the hard work and talent of students enrolled in applied music lessons. These students, who receive specialized instruction in vocal performance or on their chosen instrument, will perform a range of solo pieces across various genres and styles. The recital will be held in Craig Hall on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. and is free and open to the public.

Each student recital reflects the breadth of student musicianship within the department, featuring performances from voice, trumpet, violin, and viola students, among others. While students in the applied music program regularly perform as part of large ensembles, these recitals provide a unique opportunity for them to display their individual artistry and growth as soloists.

The pieces are carefully selected to highlight the progress students have made over the semester, and many performances will be accompanied by pianist Timothy Jenkins.

Austin College, a private national liberal arts college located north of Dallas in Sherman, Texas, has earned a reputation for excellence in academic preparation, pre-professional foundations, committed faculty, and hands-on, adventurous learning opportunities. One of 44 schools profiled in Loren Pope’s influential book Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College boasts a welcoming community that embraces diversity and individuality, with more than 50 percent of students identifying as persons of color. The residential student body of approximately 1,300 students and an expert faculty of more than 100 educators allow a 13:1 student-faculty ratio and personalized attention. Related by covenant to the Presbyterian Church (USA), Austin College cultivates an inclusive atmosphere that supports students’ faith journeys regardless of religious tradition. The College, founded in 1849, is the oldest institution of higher education in Texas operating under original name and charter.