Shenandoah University Center for the Arts Groundbreaking Goodson Chapel – Recital Hall Join the Bass Ensemble for an engaging performance celebrating the remarkable versatility and expressive range of the double bass. Directed by Donovan Stokes, the ensemble presents a vibrant program spanning jazz, classical and folk traditions, showcasing the instrument in both familiar and unexpected ways. Program highlights include music by Antônio Carlos Jobim, Simón García and Inez Wyrick, alongside traditional tunes reimagined through a variety of musical styles. From lyrical melodies and rhythmic vitality to rich ensemble textures and virtuosic playing, this dynamic concert demonstrates the artistry, flexibility and distinctive voice of the bass in an unforgettable afternoon of music. Digital Program Shenandoah Conservatory uses digital programs for all performances. In addition to their engaging and accessible design, digital programs are cost effective, environmentally friendly and enable us to create and update our programs more efficiently, which means we can focus our resources on the performances you love! View our digital programs by clicking the button above, scanning the QR code in our venue or texting PROGRAM to (540) 307-2336 at the performance. [Note: Digital programs are best viewed on your mobile or tablet device.] View Digital Program

Shenandoah University Center for the Arts Groundbreaking Goodson Chapel – Recital Hall Faculty Recital America @ 250: Arthur Foote Album Release Celebrate the richness of American music through an evening featuring cellist Julian Schwarz and pianist Marika Bournaki. Highlighting the release of their new Delos recording, Arthur Foote’s Complete Cello Works (available August 28), the recital features Foote’s Three Pieces, op. 1, Michael Ippolito’s Sonata for Cello and Piano — written especially for Schwarz and Bournaki — and Julian Schwarz’s arrangement of Korngold’s beloved Much Ado about Nothing Suite, op. 11. Spanning lyrical Romanticism and vibrant contemporary voices, this special program celebrates the enduring artistry and evolution of American classical music.

Van Buren Winds Goodson Chapel – Recital Hall Experience the bold, resonant sound of the Trombone Collective as members of the ensemble take the stage for their fall concert. Under the direction of Director of Jazz & Commercial Music and Associate Professor of Trombone Matthew Niess, the ensemble showcases the remarkable range and versatility of the trombone through a dynamic program of music spanning styles and traditions. From rich harmonies and lyrical melodies to powerful ensemble playing, this concert celebrates the distinctive voice and collaborative spirit of the trombone.

Shenandoah University Center for the Arts Groundbreaking Armstrong Concert Hall Emanuele Andrizzi, Artistic Director & Conductor Bruckner 4 Join the Symphony Orchestra for a monumental performance of Anton Bruckner’s Symphony No. 4 in E-flat Major, the beloved “Romantic” Symphony. Inspired by images of medieval castles, hunts, forests and sweeping landscapes, this expansive masterpiece transports audiences through a richly imagined world of grandeur, mystery and triumph. Widely regarded as one of Bruckner’s most accessible and enduring works, his fourth symphony showcases the composer’s signature blend of soaring melodies, majestic brass writing and monumental architectural design. From its noble horn calls to its exhilarating finale, the work unfolds on an epic scale, revealing the emotional depth and spiritual power that have made Bruckner one of the great symphonic voices of the nineteenth century. Experience an unforgettable evening as the Symphony Orchestra brings this towering masterpiece to life, inviting audiences on a journey through one of the most compelling and evocative works in the orchestral repertoire. Program Anton BrucknerSymphony No. 4 in E-flat Major, WAB 104

Shenandoah University Center for the Arts Groundbreaking Goodson Chapel – Recital Hall Experience the bold, resonant sound of the Trombone Collective as members of the ensemble take the stage for their fall concert. Under the direction of Director of Jazz & Commercial Music and Associate Professor of Trombone Matthew Niess, the ensemble showcases the remarkable range and versatility of the trombone through a dynamic program of music spanning styles and traditions. From rich harmonies and lyrical melodies to powerful ensemble playing, this concert celebrates the distinctive voice and collaborative spirit of the trombone.