The Bach Institute at Valparaiso University presents its triennial performance of Johann Sebastian Bach’s Mass in B Minor on Saturday, March 23, featuring the Valparaiso University Chorale and Bach Choir. Bach’s most beloved and inspirational piece, Mass in B Minor is a universal statement of Christian faith that speaks to the essence of the human […]
Guest lecturer Daniel R. Melamed, “Performing Bach’s Mass in B Minor in an Age of Choices.” Tuesday, March 19, 7:30 p.m. Duesenberg Recital Hall Free admission Daniel R. Melamed is the author of “Hearing Bach’s passions,” and “J. S. Bach and the German Motet.” His visit has been made possible by Linda C. Ferguson, recipient of the Caterpillar […]
The Valparaiso University Art Department has created unique bowls to be auctioned to the Valparaiso University community. The money collected will be donated to international relief. The bowls range from the fantastic to the sublime. Some of the artwork will be drawings, paintings and photography that simply refer to bowls. In addition, between bids, you […]
Being a writer is hard, and being a successful one is even harder. With so many industry myths and pitfalls just ready to snap the unwary, it helps to have a guide. Authors Neal F. Litherland and Meggie Tolkland will be offering their experience to audience members, answering questions and talking about what you have […]
The Brauer Museum of Art will be hosting opening receptions during March and April of 2013. The list of opening receptions is listed below. For more information visit The Brauer Museum website. Graduate Student and Faculty Art from Renmin University, Beijing Opening reception: Wednesday, April 10, 7 p.m. Valparaiso University Art Student Exhibition Opening reception […]
A gathering of 100 plus area high school German student/actors, hosted by Valpo students enrolled in the German Drama Practicum. Thursday, April 18, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. Duesenberg Recital Hall For more information, visit the Theaterfest website. […]
The Feast from the East will feature Asian cuisine, entertainment, a fashion show and a speaker. Admission is free for kids, Valpo students, and faculty; $7 for adults in the general public. Tickets can be purchased at the Union Welcome Desk. The event is sponsored by the Asian American Association. Friday, April 19, 6:30 p.m. […]
Valparaiso University announces the schedule for the 2013 Jazz Fest, which will be held April 15-20. As Valpo’s featured guest artist, the world-renowned David Sanborn Trio featuring Joey DeFrancesco and Byron Landham promises a thrilling performance as the highlight of Jazz Fest on Saturday evening. In addition to guest performances, the University’s faculty and student […]
Students will be reading their own work and also poems by famous Hispanic poets. The event is co-sponsored by the Spanish Department and Christopher Center Library Services. This is a core approved event. A reception will follow. For more information, please contact Rachel Muszkiewicz at rachael.muszkiewicz@valpo.edu. Tuesday, April 23, 6 p.m. Christopher Center Community Room […]
The Valparaiso University Symphony Orchestra will perform on May 5 and feature soloists from the Chicago Symphony Orchestra: J. Lawrie Bloom, clarinet and Weijing Wang, viola. Dennis Friesen-Carper will be conducting the performance. Tickets are $15 for adults, $10 for senior citizens and non-Valpo students. Admission is free to Valpo students, faculty and staff. For ticket information, visit the […]