Athens, Ga. – The University of Georgia Hugh Hodgson School of Music is offering a series of free mini-concerts and tours, Oct. 23 from 9:30 to 11:45 a.m. in Edge Hall in the music school.
The concerts, which are open to the public, coincide with the university’s fall 2010 Parents and Families weekend.
“This is a wonderful opportunity to hear our very talented students and to learn more about the School of Music,” said Dale Monson, who directs the Hodgson School, part of the Franklin College of Arts and Sciences. “Everyone is welcome.”
Parking is available free of charge in the Performing Arts Center Deck (E20) off River Road. A complete schedule of events is below:
9:30 – 10 a.m.
Welcome – Dale Monson, director, Hodgson School of Music
Faculty Presentations
John P. Lynch, John P. Lynch, conductor, UGA Wind Ensemble
Daniel Bara, director of choral activities
Mark Cedel, director, UGA Symphony Orchestra
Mary Leglar, associate director of academic programs
10 – 10:30 a.m.
Building tours, School of Music
10:30 – 11:15 a.m.
Mini-concerts
Hodgson String Quartet
Bulldog Brass Quintet
Four (piano, bass, drums and trumpet)
11:15 – 11:45 a.m.
Tour: Performing Arts Center