Choir and Instrumental Concerts
Hardly a week goes by at BJU without a chance to attend some quality, enjoyable concerts. Among other things, you can enjoy great classics, marches and music from around the world. Check out the schedule below to see when our various choirs, bands, and orchestras will be performing this semester.
Some concerts are available to stream at music.bju.edu/live.
Symphonic Wind Band
Sep 29 6:00 p.m.
Bring your picnic dinner and join this fall tradition with music by Sousa, Sparke, and Camphouse. In the case of inclement weather, we’ll move inside to beautiful Stratton Hall. Bruce Cox, conductor.
Sep 29
6:00 p.m.
Homecoming Concert
Oct 7 2:00 p.m.
This year’s homecoming concert is for the whole family! Featuring an exciting variety of selections performed by the Symphonic Wind Band, Chorale, and University Symphony Orchestra and an opportunity for you to join alumni and friends in a soul-stirring sing-along! Free admission, no ticket required. Approximate length: 50 minutes.
Oct 7
2:00 p.m.
University String Orchestra
Oct 9 5:30 p.m.
The String Orchestra presents “Haydn and Haydn?” conducted by Yuriy Leonovich. The program will include Haydn’s Symphony No. 83 “The Hen” and Costanzi’s Cello Concerto in D.
Oct 9
5:30 p.m.
University Symphony Orchestra: Beethoven & Bedard!
Oct 12 7:00 p.m.
From Beethoven’s mischievous Prometheus overture to his defiant Symphony No. 5 in C minor, to Richard Strauss’s sunny Horn Concerto No. 1 with Timothy Bedard, newly appointed assistant professor in horn, the BJUSO presents a soul-stirring musical experience of emotional breadth and depth under the direction of Michael Moore. Free admission, no ticket required.
Oct 12
7:00 p.m.
Woodwind Ensembles
Oct 25 5:30 p.m.
Student ensembles under the direction of the Woodwind faculty collaborate to provide this eclectic program of chamber music.
Oct 25
5:30 p.m.
University Singers
Nov 8 5:30 p.m.
Join the celebrated University Singers as they perform an exciting concert of choral music. This choir continues the tradition of delightful concerts given by 100 inspiring freshmen voices. Pattye Casarow, conductor.
Nov 8
5:30 p.m.
Concert Choir
Nov 10 7:00 p.m.
The BJU Concert Choir, under the direction of Dr. Fred R. Coleman, will present a program of sacred choral literature that is intended to nurture spiritual reflection in the minds and hearts of both the performers and the audience.
Nov 10
7:00 p.m.
University String Orchestra
Nov 13 5:30 p.m.
The String Orchestra, conducted by Yuriy Leonovich, presents, “Bach’s Magnum Opus.” Enjoy a suite from Bach’s final work, “The Art of the Fugue.”
Nov 13
5:30 p.m.
Nov 16
7:00 p.m.
Symphonic Wind Band & Choirs: Carols & Classics
Dec 1 8:00 p.m.
Begin your Christmas season with “Carols and Classics,” a festive Holiday program featuring the Symphonic Wind Band along with the University Chorale and Concert Choir.
Dec 1
8:00 p.m.
Handbell Choir
Dec 2 7:00 p.m.
It is Christmas time, and the handbell choir will present a wide variety of Christmas music from sacred to secular. You will experience the joy and spirit of Christmas.
Dec 2
7:00 p.m.
Lyric Choir
Dec 6 5:30 p.m.
Join the BJU Lyric choir conducted by Laura Brundage as we celebrate the Christmas season! Enjoy timeless carols and holiday favorites in this nostalgic Christmas program.
Dec 6
5:30 p.m.
University Symphony Orchestra: Concerto & Aria Showcase
Dec 7 7:00 p.m.
Celebrate the winners of the 2023 Concerto/Aria Competition, Grace Floyd (piano), Micah Hyink (violin), and Leah Najimy (soprano), as they perform works by Saint-Saëns, Barber, Schumann, Tchaikovsky, and Mozart. Michael Moore conducts the BJUSO. Free admission, no ticket required.
Dec 7
7:00 p.m.
Chorale
Dec 8 6:30 p.m.
The University Chorale, known for its tonal beauty and flexibility, presents a Christmas concert centered around the theme of light. The program, directed by Andrew Huish, will feature historical texts set by composers down through the ages, as well as compelling newer works by living composers.
Dec 8
6:30 p.m.
Chorale
Dec 8 8:00 p.m.
The University Chorale, known for its tonal beauty and flexibility, presents a Christmas concert centered around the theme of light. The program, directed by Andrew Huish, will feature historical texts set by composers down through the ages, as well as compelling newer works by living composers.
Dec 8
8:00 p.m.
Symphonic Wind Band: Something Borrowed
Feb 6 7:00 p.m.
Something Borrowed presents rich and varied repertoire borrowed from other genres and transcribed for the Wind Band. Bruce Cox conducts music by Schubert, MacDowell, and Giordano.
Feb 6
7:00 p.m.
It’s A Grand Night for Singing!
Mar 1 7:00 p.m.
An entertaining evening with the BJU Symphony Orchestra and Department of Vocal Studies featuring selections from enjoyable opera masterworks and Golden Age musical theatre. Come enjoy a night at the show!
Mar 1
7:00 p.m.
Woodwind Ensembles
Mar 11 5:30 p.m.
Student ensembles under the direction of the Woodwind faculty collaborate to provide this eclectic program of chamber music.
Mar 11
5:30 p.m.
Cello Choir
Mar 27 5:30 p.m.
The Cello Choir presents their spring concert under the direction of Yuriy Leonovich. The program will include music by Fine, Graupner, Leonovich, and Vivaldi.
Mar 27
5:30 p.m.
Handbell Choir
Mar 30 5:00 p.m.
The Handbell Choir is excited to present their spring concert featuring a delightful variety of handbell music favorites.
Mar 30
5:00 p.m.
Chamber Harp Ensemble
Apr 3 5:30 p.m.
Enjoy the beauty of multiple harps as the Chamber harp ensemble performs, directed by Emily Waggoner in their spring concert.
Apr 3
5:30 p.m.
Concert Choir
Apr 4 7:00 p.m.
The BJU Concert Choir and its director, Fred R. Coleman, continue their tradition of singing spiritually edifying choral repertoire that pairs timeless biblical truths with nuanced choral expression.
Apr 4
7:00 p.m.
Percussion Ensemble
Apr 5 5:30 p.m.
Come enjoy the exciting sounds of the University's Percussion Ensemble under the direction of David Townsend.
Apr 5
5:30 p.m.
String Orchestra
Apr 17 5:30 p.m.
The String Orchestra, under the direction of Yuriy Leonovich, presents “Throwback.” Enjoy music by Górecki, Komitas, and Respighi based in ancient styles and on ancient themes.
Apr 17
5:30 p.m.
Lyric Choir
Apr 26 5:30 p.m.
Join the Lyric Choir under the direction of Laura Brundage for a delightful and inspiring concert of choral favorites.
Apr 26
5:30 p.m.
Symphonic Wind Band: Fables & Festivals
Apr 26 7:00 p.m.
Fables and Festivals, a delightful program that will take your imagination to other worlds through the music of H. Owen Reed and Julie Giroux.
Apr 26
7:00 p.m.