{"id":5537,"date":"2026-04-28T11:01:43","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T15:01:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/?p=5537"},"modified":"2026-04-28T13:09:11","modified_gmt":"2026-04-28T17:09:11","slug":"um-flint-musics-april-concert-series-showcases-excellence-in-student-musicianship","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/2026\/04\/28\/um-flint-musics-april-concert-series-showcases-excellence-in-student-musicianship\/","title":{"rendered":"UM-Flint Music\u2019s April Concert Series showcases excellence in student musicianship"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>The University of Michigan-Flint&#8217;s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/case\/music\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Music Program<\/a>, part of the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/case\/academic-departments\/fine-performing-arts\/\" id=\"https:\/\/www.umflint.edu\/case\/academic-departments\/fine-performing-arts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Department of Fine &amp; Performing Arts<\/a>, wrapped up the Winter semester with a series of concerts, showcasing our student musicians and singers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">University Orchestra: A Spring Dance Party<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">April 7th, 2026 | UM-Flint Theatre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Under the direction of Matthew Forsleff, lecturer II in music, the University Orchestra performed a selection of compositions that spoke to the theme\u00a0&#8220;A Spring Dance Party.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Showcasing an intriguing range of styles and eras, the evening opened with Alberto Ginastera&#8217;s vibrant \u201cDanza Final\u201d, followed by Howard Hanson&#8217;s reflective \u201cRhythmic Variations on Two Ancient Hymns\u201d. The program&#8217;s centerpiece was Bach&#8217;s beloved \u201cConcerto for Two Violins BWV 1043,\u201d featuring soloists Dustin Burns and Michael Hilliker. Gustav Holst&#8217;s lively \u201cJig from Saint Paul&#8217;s Suite\u201d gave way to Luigi Boccherini&#8217;s charming \u201cSinfonia in D,\u201d moving through four contrasting movements from bright Allegro to spirited Presto.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Orchestra-01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" data-id=\"5539\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Orchestra-01-1030x687.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5539\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Orchestra-01-1030x687.jpg 1030w, 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https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Orchestra-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Orchestra-02-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Orchestra-02.jpg 1776w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Jazz Ensemble &amp; Jazz Combo<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">April 9th, 2026 | UM-Flint Theatre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Professor of Music Brian DiBlassio directed the Jazz Ensemble &amp; Jazz Combo through an exploration of the vitality and breadth of jazz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Jazz Combo opened with an intimate set spanning classic and contemporary styles, featuring Cole Porter&#8217;s timeless \u201cWhat Is This Thing Called Love,\u201d Pat Metheny&#8217;s introspective \u201cSo It May Secretly Begin,\u201d and swinging selections from Dave Holland, Frank Churchill, and Stanton Moore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Jazz Ensemble then took the stage with a dynamic, wide-ranging program. From Charlie Parker&#8217;s bebop staple \u201cBillie&#8217;s Bounce\u201d to the Latin fire of Oscar Hernandez&#8217;s \u201cP&amp;C Mambo\u201d and the smooth groove of Casiopea&#8217;s \u201cMidnight Rendezvous,\u201d the set balanced energy with elegance, closing with tender ballad and blues-infused selections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-06.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" data-id=\"5550\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-06-1030x687.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5550\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-06-1030x687.jpg 1030w, 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https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-02-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-02.jpg 1776w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1030\" height=\"687\" data-id=\"5556\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-01-1030x687.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5556\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-01-1030x687.jpg 1030w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-01-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-01-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Jazz-01.jpg 1776w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1030px) 100vw, 1030px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vocal Arts Concert: Threads of Love, Heritage, and Spirit<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">April 12th, 2026 | First Presbyterian Church of Flint<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Student singers, led by Associate Professor of Music Gabriela Hristova, showcased their talent during this annual choral performance. Featuring the University Chorale and Chamber Singers, the program spanned centuries and continents, weaving together sacred, folk, and contemporary compositions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The University Chorale performed works by McMillan, Mendelssohn, and Rheinberger, alongside a spirited South African Welcome Song. The Chamber Singers highlighted repertoire by Amy Beach, Vaughan Williams, Samuel Barber, and Tchaikovsky, with featured soloists Angel Langford (soprano), Aidan Loos (baritone), and Caleb Ashley (tenor).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accompanied by Daniel Schmit and Andrew Cramer, the concert celebrated the unifying power of choral music.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-03.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"5577\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-03.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5577\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-03.jpg 800w, 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href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-01.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"5580\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-01.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5580\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-01.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-01-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-04.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"5585\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-04.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5585\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-04.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-04-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-05.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"5589\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-05.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-05.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-05-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-06.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"533\" data-id=\"5590\" src=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-06.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-5590\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-06.jpg 800w, https:\/\/blogs.umflint.edu\/case\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/5\/2026\/04\/2026-APR-Vocal-06-300x200.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Wind Symphony<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">April 14th, 2026 | UM-Flint Theatre<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>UM-Flint\u2019s Wind Symphony, conducted by Doug Burtch, assistant professor of music, and guest conductor Michelle Schipper, performed a wide range of music during their April concert.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The evening opened with Offenbach&#8217;s sparkling \u201cLa Belle H\u00e9l\u00e8ne Overture,\u201d followed by Viet Cuong&#8217;s modern \u201cDiamond Tide.\u201d Baritone soloist Aidan Loos performed Humperdinck, accompanied by Andrew Cramer on the piano, while Percy Grainger&#8217;s \u201cLincolnshire Posy\u201d anchored the classical wind repertoire. A highlight of the evening was the world premiere of \u201cThe Gilded Calliope\u201d by Jordan Sterk, commissioned specifically for the UM-Flint Wind Symphony. 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