October 31, 2005

     

    BYU-Idaho harpists to perform
    in harp ensemble recital
     
    REXBURG, Idaho-
    Writer- Adam Alder
     

    Brigham Young University-Idaho student harpists will present a harp ensemble recital Wednesday, November 2 at the Barrus Concert Hall beginning at 7:30 p.m.

    “This semester we have ten students in the harp ensemble who are hard working and talented harpists,” Shari Pack of the BYU-Idaho Music Department faculty said. ”It is very enjoyable to hear ten harps playing together.”

    The group of harpists will be playing a variety of music including “Wisdom” by Handel, “Rotation” by Bach, “Somewhere Out There” by Horner, and melodies from “Pirates of Penzance” by Gilbert and Sullivan. The event will also feature two guest artists who have been members of the ensemble in the past. The first guest artist, Timmie John, will play several pieces on the lever harp including “The Windows of Paris” by Mahan. The second guest, Melody Howe, will play several pieces on the pedal harp including “Pour la Senorita” by Alberti. The evening will conclude with the ensemble playing “Hawaiian Melodies”, which includes Hawaiian dances and songs like “Aloha Oe”.

    Admission to this event is free to the public.

     

     

    Style guide note: When reporting about Brigham Young University-Idaho, please use the complete name of the university in the first reference.

    Brigham Young University-Idaho, formerly Ricks College, is a four-year private university located in Rexburg, Idaho. The university, which is affiliated with The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, offers both baccalaureate and associate degrees; integrated degrees and internships that are tailored to fit students' interests; a year-round track system allowing more students to attend; and an extensive activities program that provides leadership and growth experiences. It is the largest private university in Idaho, with over 11,000 students enrolled for winter 2005.


     

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