Concerts

Thank you for your support of the SUNY Schenectady School of Music. 

Unless otherwise noted, all performances are free and take place in Carl B. Taylor Auditorium.

October 17

A Place for Jazz: Leo Russo Sextet, 7:30 p.m.

$25 general admission; SUNY Schenectady students free with ID; $10 other students with ID. Cash or checks, no credit cards.

Leo Russo Sextet, with Lee Russo, Michael Novakowski, Larry Ham, Pete Toigo, and Cliff Brucker.

 

 

 

 

 

 

October 18

Percussion Day, 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.

October 22

Musicians of Ma’alwyck preview The Merry Musical Family, A Celebration of Dutch Composers, 12 p.m.

October 24

High School Choral Workshop, 8:45 a.m.-3:30 p.m. 

High school choirs are invited to join the School of Music for a unique opportunity to explore various aspects of choral singing under the guidance of renowned professionals. Led by our distinguished faculty and featuring internationally acclaimed conductor and clinician Bruce Rogers, this workshop promises to be an exceptional learning and performing experience. Learn more about the Choral Workshop.

October 25

Conducting Workshop, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

All choral conductors in the Capital Region are welcome to come and explore various aspects of choral conducting techniques under the guidance of internationally acclaimed conductor and clinician, Mr. Bruce Rogers. Learn more about the Conducting Workshop 

October 27

Music Business Lecture Series: Gail Wein, President, Classical Music Communications, 2:30-3:45 p.m.

Gail Wein has a unique perspective in the music industry: A view from the other side. A classical music critic for The Washington Post, radio host and producer for NPR national programs, and writer of liner notes for a triple-Grammy winning CD, Ms. Wein thoroughly understands the inner workings of media and the personalities who make editorial decisions. As producer of Performance Today, a nationally-broadcast public radio program heard by 1.5 million listeners each week, Ms. Wein worked with individuals in every arm of the business, including performers, composers, venues, festivals, recording engineers, artist managers and record labels.

This series is supported by KeyBank, the President’s Workforce Innovation Fund, and Mona J. Golub.

October 28

Chamber Music Series: Iida Nyman Piano Recital, 7:00 p.m.

 

November 2025

November 5

Music Business Lecture Series: Jon Elbaum, Executive Director, Troy Savings Bank Music Hall, 2:30-3:45 p.m.

Jon Elbaum has served as Executive Director of the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall since 2011. He has a lifelong passion for music and is grateful to have been able to translate that passion into a career. The Music Hall is currently in the midst of a $17.5M renovation and expansion project which is scheduled for completion in 
early 2026.

This series is supported by KeyBank, the President’s Workforce Innovation Fund, and Mona J. Golub.

November 7

A Place for Jazz: Tyreek McDole, 7:30-10:00 p.m.

$25 general admission; SUNY Schenectady students free with ID; $10 other students with ID. Cash or checks, no credit cards.

Tyreek McDole, a 25-year-old Haitian-American vocalist from Florida, is making waves in the New York and international music scene. His journey began with a standout debut at Jazz at Lincoln Center’s 2018 Essentially Ellington Competition, where he won the Outstanding Vocalist Award, presented by Wynton Marsalis.

Since then, he has shared the stage with artists like Rodney Whitaker, Theo Croker, Gary Bartz, Maurice Brown, and Joey Alexander. In November 2023, he won 1st place in the Sarah Vaughan International Jazz Vocal Competition becoming only the second male to do so in its 12-year history. Noted as one of the most anticipated events in jazz, McDole’s accolade now ranks him among the competition’s previous winners including the standout artists Samara Joy (2019 winner).

Tyreek is also earned a degree in jazz performance from The Oberlin Conservatory of Music, under the guidance of esteemed instructors LaTanya Hall, Gary Bartz, Gerald Cannon, Eddie Henderson, Billy Hart, Dan Wall, Sullivan Fortner, and Weedie Braimah.

Accompanying Tyreek: Gary Jones III on drums, Caelan Cardello on piano and Daniel Finn on bass.

November 9

Capital Region Wind Ensemble presents Aegean Festival, 3 p.m.

November 15

Friends of Chamber Music presents: Quatuor Agate Masterclass, 2:00-4:00 p.m.

Join us as our region's young musicians engage in a dynamic, real-time chamber music masterclass. Quatuor Agate were prizewinners at the prestigious Bordeaux International String Competition. No ticket required. Held in the School of Music, Room 131.

November 20

Musicians of Ma'alwyck: David Amram Open Rehearsal, 3:00-4:30 p.m.

November 21

Musicians of Ma'alwyck: David Amram Open Dress Rehearsal and Q&A, 2:00-4:00 p.m. 

Musicians of Ma’alwyck: David Amram, 7:00 p.m.

Concert tickets: $40; Reception tickets: $10; Reserve a combo ticket for $50.
Free for SUNY Schenectady students 

Get tickets for Musicians of Ma'alwyck: David Amram

Join Musicians of Ma’alwyck in honoring the 95th birthday of legendary American composer David Amram, a genre-defying icon whose seven-decade career has earned him "rockstar" status in the classical music world.

We celebrate this milestone with a beatnik-inspired concert featuring a special performance by the composer himself.

 

 

November 24

Music Business Lecture Series: Michael Kirsty, Executive Director, Friends of Chamber Music of Troy, New York, 2:30-3:45 p.m.

Michael Kirsty is an active cellist, arts administrator, and educator with a deep commitment to community engagement and music accessibility. Prior to his role at Friends of Chamber Music of Troy, New York (FoCM), he was the Box Office Manager of Bridgehampton Chamber Music Festival. Michael remains active as a performer, recording artist, and teacher with a studio in Albany, New York. His performances, ranging from concert halls, schools, and libraries, underscore his belief in the power of music to connect and uplift communities. Michael is a graduate of SUNY Purchase Conservatory of Music, where he earned a degree in cello performance under the mentorship of renowned cellist and chamber musician Julia Lichten.

This series is supported by KeyBank, the President’s Workforce Innovation Fund, and Mona J. Golub.

November 24

Guitar & Bass Recital, 12:00 p.m. 

Guitar Ensemble Concert & Audio Listening Recital, 7:00 p.m. 

November 25

Brass Recital & Brass Ensemble Concert, 12:30 p.m.  

Chamber Ensemble & Percussion Ensemble Concert, 7:00 p.m. 

November 26

Percussion Recital, 12:00 p.m. 

 

December 2025

December 1

Woodwinds & Strings Recital, 12:00 p.m.

Digital Music & Beat Production Listening Recital, 1:00 p.m. 

Chorus Concert, 7:00 p.m.

December 2

Piano Recital, 12:30 p.m. 

Vocal Chamber Ensemble Concert, 7:00 p.m.
First United Methodist Church 
603 State Street, Schenectady, NY 12305 

December 3

Voice Recital, 12 p.m.

Wind Ensemble Concert, 7:00 p.m. 

December 4

Applied Lesson Recital, 12:30 p.m.

December 5

Jazz Combo & Jazz Ensemble Concert, 7:00 p.m.