The Bethany Music Department presented its annual New Music Recital on April 16, 2019, at which Bethany students showcased compositions they have completed during the academic year. This year’s student composers were Ethan Becker, Tony Cordes, Natalie Dworak, Kayla Jannsen, Cynthia Krause, and Hayli Mathe. All pieces, representing many musical genres, are performed by Bethany…
Music major Bailey Schmidt performed her senior recital of music for contra-alto clarinet, voice, and piano. Bailey was accompanied by Bethel Balge and Dennis Marzolf.
Letters to Anne of Green Gables was the 2019 Spring Play, presented on April 5, 6, 7, 12, and 13. Read more about this play. This new adaptation retells the beloved stories of Anne Shirley, an orphan girl sent to an elderly brother and sister by mistake, as she charms her new home and community…
For Spring 2019, there were two student art exhibits, with artist talks held on April 4 and April 11. Art Lecture and Reception #1 Bethany Lutheran College presents a Senior Art Exhibit, featuring Sophia Weisenel, Tessa MacPherson, Laura Sonnek, and Sarah Oas. Ylvisaker Fine Arts Center, April 4, 2019. Art Lecture and Reception #2 BLC…
Senior music major Cynthia Krause performs “Music from the Harp”. Ruth Mayer, Kayla Jannsen, the Mary Martha singers, and an organ solo were also featured in the program.
Senior music major Natalie Dworak performs her recital.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MNIJTTqLPC4
Tony Cordes gave his senior recital in March of 2019, composed of various works, including some of his own original works.
New Ulm artist Jason Jaspersen speaks about his work. The show “Carriers”, displaying ceramic sculpture created his residency at the Saint John’s Pottery Jerome Foundation Emerging Artist Program. The introductory video highlights some of Jaspersen’s experiences at his residency. His work was on display at Bethany Lutheran College from February 14 to March 24. NOTE:…
Bethany’s February 2019 winter musical was Kiss Me, Kate. Music and lyrics by Cole Porter; Book by Sam and Bella Spewack. Synopsis: Passions run high as leading lady Lilli Vanessi and her ex-husband, actor/director Fred Graham, battle onstage and off in a production of Shakespeare’s Taming of the Shrew. With romance, comedy, sophistication, and behind-the-scenes high…
Photographer Wes Taylor speaks about his work tonight, with a reception to follow. The show “Let Light Shine Out of Darkness: Photographic Light Paintings by Wes Taylor” was on display in the YFAC gallery January 7 – February 9.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vBGz4goz69I
The 2018 Fall Commencement Ceremony was held in Trinity Chapel on December 14. Professor Andy Overn served as speaker. View photos on Facebook or view photos on Flickr. Download the Fall 2018 Commencement Program
The Bethany Music Department presents their annual Christmas at Bethany concert in Trinity Chapel. Concert participants included the Concert Band directed by Benjamin Faugstad; the Concert Choir directed by Dennis Marzolf; and the Mary Martha Singers and Handbell Choir directed by Ann Fredrickson.
The Bethany Music Department presented the Fall Semester Honors Recital in Trinity Chapel. Students enrolled in private music lessons auditioned for the privilege of performing in this recital. Selections include voice, keyboard, and instruments. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WWz7HbcoXYc
Bethany Lutheran College hosted an inaugural high school honor band event. Students from area high schools were invited to preform in Trinity Chapel.https://youtu.be/X92jrMm2988
Kayla Jannsen presented her senior recital on Tuesday, November 13 in Trinity Chapel. The recital featured Kayla’s percussion abilities at the snare drum, marimba, timpani, and drum set. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBr4VMWELEE