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Western Illinois University School of Music to Host Scholarship Concert Sept. 15

September 13th, 2023
Western Illinois University School of Music to Host Scholarship Concert Sept. 15

The Western Illinois University School of Music will host the School of Music’s Annual Scholarship Concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 15 in the College of Fine Arts and Communication (COFAC) Recital Hall. This performance will highlight WIU School of Music student ensembles, Jazz Studio Orchestra, University Singers, Symphony Orchestra and Wind Ensemble. General admission is $10 and WIU students are free with ID. Credit card is accepted but requires reserved seating in advance by visiting form.jotform.com/213253929449161. Attendees can present digital confirmation upon arrival in the lobby.... Read More

Western Illinois University Junior Uses Summer Months to Practice Lessons Gleaned from Campus Music Classes

July 12th, 2021
Western Illinois University Junior Uses Summer Months to Practice Lessons Gleaned from Campus Music Classes

A Western Illinois University junior music education major is transitioning the lessons from her academic experience into leading a children’s theatre production. “The Odd Kingdom” was written by and is being directed by Racquel Rawlins, of Beardstown. Rawlins said the park district’s program director asked her to stage a children’s production this summer because of her experience leading a choir for young girls in the area. “I had directed shows previously to raise money for the opera house,” she said. The show, which includes 14 area children ranging... Read More