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The Marie Rader Series: PHILADANCO!

Lily Miller, Staff Writer October 23, 2024

On Saturday night, the Philadelphia Dance Company (PHILADANCO!), a company known, in its own words, for “breaking barriers and crossing cultural divides,” graced the Pfleeger stage. They delivered...

Earl Phillips in Pfleeger Hall. - Staff Writer / Lily Miller

Earl Phillips Big Band brings a night of jazz to Rowan University

Lily Miller, Staff Writer September 25, 2024

On Sept. 19th, the Earl Phillips Big Band brought a taste of swing to Pfleeger Concert Hall as part of the Rowan Spotlight Series.​​ This 18-piece ensemble featured a robust horn section to the right,...

"A professional quartet, as well as Gala Flagello herself, have been teaching Rowan’s wind ensemble master classes all week, and the quartet performed alongside them for the next piece." - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia.

An unforgettable evening of melody & harmony: Highlights from Rowan’s Wind Ensemble Spring concert

Beth Cimaglia April 24, 2024

Rowan’s wind ensemble performed its spring concert in Pfleeger on Thursday evening. Conducted by the director of bands Dr. Joseph Higgins, the ensemble took us through a medley of symphonic sounds...

"The clashing and clanging of the cymbals made for an intense, thunder-like sound that rang through Pfleeger." - Staff Writer / Beth Cimaglia.

Rowan’s Percussion Ensemble honors legend Gordon Stout with electrifying performance

Beth Cimaglia April 17, 2024

On April 15, Rowan’s Department of Music—the percussion ensemble—performed the work of a legend in Pfleeger Concert Hall. The spring ensemble lit up Pfleeger music hall with bright Brazilian sounds...

"During the performance, a screen above the band played a video compilation of Tony Bennett throughout the years, highlighting the vastness of his career with shots of a young Tony performing in the 1950s & 60s mixed with recent clips from his multiple concerts with Lady Gaga in the 2010s." - Contributor / Adam Reim.

Harmonizing Tribute: Rowan University’s 54th Annual Jazz Festival pays homage to Tony Bennett

Adam Reim February 21, 2024

On the evening of Feb. 16, jazz appreciators from all across South Jersey assembled in Pfleeger Concert Hall to witness the culmination of Rowan University’s 54th Annual Jazz Festival: a tribute concert...

" Following the standard dynamics and principles of a classic cathedral mass, the choir sang the entirety of “Requiem” in Latin, the language in which it was written and is traditionally performed." - Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

“A Gospel Celebration” gives a musical appreciation for different kinds of religious services

Sarah Shockey December 6, 2023

On Dec. 2, Rowan’s Concert Choir held “A Gospel Celebration” in Pfleeger Concert Hall at 7:30 p.m. Conducted by Director of Choral Activities Christopher Thomas, the two-act performance consisted...

"The students performed short scenes in a cabaret style from famous operas such as Rigoletto, Susannah, and The Barber of Seville." - Photo via Prof's Link.

Harmony of emotions: Rowan Opera Company’s ‘Romance Beauty Tragedy Comedy’ captivates audiences

Brendan Cohen November 29, 2023

On Nov. 17th and 18th in the Pfleeger Concert Hall, the Rowan Opera Company put on “Romance Beauty Tragedy Comedy.” Under the direction of Marian Striber, the student cast performed works by famous...

Students fill the seat of the Pfleeger Concert hall to watch the Rowan's marching band put on by students. — Staff Writer / Sarah Shockey

Music Shadow Day: High school students get a glimpse of life as a college music major at Rowan

Sarah Shockey November 8, 2023

On Monday, Nov. 6, high school students from across the region gathered in Wilson Hall for the first-ever Music Shadow Day. Hosted by the College of Performing Arts, students interested in pursuing a...

Capturing the joy of dance on the concert floor - a moment of pure art. — Staff Writer / Braijon Williames

Rowan dances the night away at Pfleeger Concert Hall

Braijon Williams October 11, 2023

Rhythm and music stole the show at Pfleeger Concert Hall on Saturday night. Six dance schools— locally owned by Rowan alumni— and a special performing group took the stage for its second annual Rowan...

Fry Street Quartet & Dr. Robert Davies take the stage for the Rising Tide: The Crossroads Project - Photo via Rowan Preforming Arts Instagram

The Crossroads Project promotes environmental action in Pfleeger Hall

Matthew Hall September 27, 2023

On Sept. 22 in Pfleeger Hall, The Crossroads Project took center stage to put on their concerto-infused science presentation for the students of Rowan. As audience members, both students and teachers...

Ethan Eno showcased his talents with a tenor saxophone solo. - Arts & Entertainment Intern / Al Harmon

Rowan showcases student talent during 53rd annual jazz festival with guest performer Dan Monaghan

Al Harmon February 15, 2023

On Feb. 10, Rowan University hosted the 53rd Annual Rowan Jazz Festival Concert. The concert was held at the Pfleeger Concert Hall and was hosted by Denis DiBlasio, the director of Jazz Studies at Rowan...

Rodrigo y Gabriela perform in Pfleeger Concert Hall. / Photo via Sam Laflamme

Grammy-Winning Duo Rodrigo y Gabriela Impress in Acoustic Show in Pfleeger Concert Hall

Amber Bertino April 20, 2022

Acoustic guitar duo, Rodrigo y Gabriela, performed at Pfleeger Concert Hall on Saturday, April 16 as part of the Marie Rader Presenting Series from the College of Performing Arts.  The group consists...

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