Vocal Ensemble Amarcord returns to Austin Peay State University for Community Concert
January 30, 2012
Clarksville, TN – One of the premier vocal ensembles in the world, Amarcord, is returning to Clarksville at 7:30pm on February 17th, for a Clarksville Community Concert Association performance at the Austin Peay State University Music/Mass Communication Building’s Concert Hall.
The ensemble, which last appeared locally in 2005, is known for its diverse repertoire of music, from medieval plainsong to madrigals and Renaissance masses to compositions and cycles of works of the European Romantic period and the 20th century, all the way up to rock, pop, soul and jazz hits. [Read more]
Civil War Events and Programs are Planned for the Local Community
January 28, 2012
Montgomery County, TN – The Clarksville Montgomery County Civil War Sesquicentennial Commission is gearing up for numerous events and commemoration activities in the Clarksville-Montgomery County area.
Over the next three months, there will be a variety of offerings, for young and old alike, to reflect, relive and learn about Clarksville and Montgomery County’s role in the Civil War.
Fort Defiance Interpretive Center, Clarksville TN.
Austin Peay State University’s Gateway Chamber Orchestra presents “Pastoral Soundscapes” Concert on January 30th
January 26, 2012
Clarksville, TN – In the late 1850s, the German composer Johannes Brahms was taking a stroll through the Bavarian countryside when he was suddenly struck by the lush green hills and snow-covered Alps surrounding him. He wanted to recreate the immense beauty of this land through music, so he set to work composing a short symphony serenade for nine players, using the unique folk rhythms and melodies of the area.
“It was beautiful music, drawn from his surroundings,” Dr. Gregory Wolynec, APSU associate professor of music, said.
The work, known as Brahms’ Serenade No. 1, is typically performed by a full orchestra, but at 7:30pm on January 30th, APSU’s Grammy-nominated Gateway Chamber Orchestra will present the work as the composer originally conceived it.
Austin Peay State University's Gateway Chamber Orchestra
“Christmas Down Home” comes to Austin Peay State University
December 22, 2011
Clarksville, TN – With a few days left until Christmas the lines at the checkout are long, traffic is worse, and its hard to get a sincere “Merry Christmas” from those that push past you on their way to the next store. It is not too late, though, to save that holiday spirit.
“Christmas Down Home”, created by David Alford and Paul Carrol Binkley will be at the APSU Music/Mass Communications Concert Hall for the last stop on their holiday tour.
Enjoy an evening together with loved ones to set the tone for the Christmas weekend and let your heart be filled with cherished traditional holiday songs such as “Go Tell It On The Mountain,” “I Wonder As I Wander,” and “Sweet Little Jesus Boy.” Performed by accomplished Nashville actors and musicians, this production promises to be a heartwarming trip down memory lane infusing hints of Appalachia with honest family stories of togetherness and unity. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University presents New Coin to Active Duty Veterans
December 16, 2011
Clarksville, TN – On Wednesday December 14th, 2001, Austin Peay State University President Tim Hall presented Command Sgt. Maj. Wayne P. St. Louis with Austin Peay State University’s new military coin during a ceremony honoring active duty and military veteran graduates at the APSU Music/Mass Communication Building Concert Hall.
Command Sgt. Maj. Wayne P. St. Louis (right) receives APSU Military Coin from APSU President Tim Hall (left) during a ceremony held Wednesday. (Photo by Beth Liggett, APSU photographer)
Austin Peay Graduating Military Students to receive new APSU Coin
December 11, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Active duty military students who will graduate from Austin Peay State University next week will be the first class to receive APSU’s new military coin.
The inaugural military graduate recognition and coin presentation ceremony, with the theme “All Hail to Those Who Serve,” is scheduled for 5:00pm, Wednesday, December 14th in the Music/Mass Communication Building Concert Hall.
The event is open to the public.
APSU’s new Military Coin.
Austin Peay State University fiction writer Kitterman to read from new book on December 7th
December 1, 2011
Clarksville, TN – Barry Kitterman, an Austin Peay State University creative writing professor, had what might be called a typical, Midwestern upbringing. He grew up in the small town of Ivanhoe, populated by farmers and situated hundreds of miles from anything resembling a large city.
But this Midwestern childhood actually occurred not too far from the Pacific Ocean, in northern California, causing a few people to scratch their heads when Kitterman tells them about his past.
Barry Kitterman to read from his latest book December 7th at the Austin Peay Music/Mass Communication Building’s Concert Hall.
Austin Peay State University Percussion Ensemble Holiday concert on December 2nd
November 28, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The image that comes to mind when listening to James Taylor’s version of the Christmas classic “Jingle Bells” isn’t that of a winter wonderland. Rather, you might picture yourself in a smoky bar in Memphis or New Orleans, sweating from the room’s thick, humid air.
“This is not the ‘Jingle Bells’ that you’re used to hearing,” David Steinquest, professor of music at Austin Peay State University, said. “It’s got a very bluesy kind of feel to it. It’s a whole lot different, but I think it’s fun when people get to hear these pieces they know, but they’re sort of done in a whole different way.”
Percussion Ensemble Holiday concert
Governors Singers bring “The Little Match Girl Passion” to APSU November 22nd
November 8, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The little match girl, the protagonist of Hans Christian Anderson’s 1845 story of the same name, is a poor child who, on a cold winter evening, tries to sell matches to help feed her family.
As the night progresses, no one pays attention to the girl, and she’s forced to light one match after another to keep warm. She eventually runs out, and the story ends with the death of the poor little match girl. [Read more]
Austin Peay State University to have annual AP Debate Forum on November 2nd
October 28, 2011
Clarksville, TN – The Austin Peay State University Department of Communication will hold its eighth annual AP Debate Forum from 6:00pm-8:00pm, Wednesday, November 2nd in the Music and Mass Communication Concert Hall. The debate is free and open to the public.
The topic for this debate is “Resolved: In order to ensure more productive citizenship, all American citizens, who have graduated high school and reached the age of 18, must immediately complete no less than two years of military service, or participate in national or international service missions.” [Read more]
