2024 Fall Choir Concert Program Playbill
Fall Choir Concert
Presented by the Center for Fine & Performing Arts at Seminole State College.
Conductor - Dianna Campbell, Director of Choral Activities
Accompanist - Harrison Light
- October 29, 2024
- 7:30 p.m.
- Doors open at 7 p.m.
- Markham Woods
Presbyterian Church
5210 Markham Woods Road
Lake Mary, FL 32746
The Center for the Fine and Performing Arts, as an entity within Seminole State College of Florida, a Hispanic and Minority Serving Institution, is committed to provide programming which amplifies diverse and underrespresented voices in the interest of cultural equity and inclusion. A Diverse Learning Community, An Equal Access/Equal Opportunity College.
Welcome to Seminole State College's Music Series
We are delighted to have you join us for this exciting season of musical performances, where the talents of our students, faculty, and guest artists come together to create unforgettable experiences. At Seminole State College, we are proud to offer a diverse range of musical genres and styles, showcasing the creativity and dedication of our performers. Whether you are a seasoned music enthusiast or a first-time attendee, we are confident that you will be moved and inspired by the artistry on display.
This series is not just a celebration of music, but a reflection of our commitment to fostering a vibrant cultural community. We believe in the power of music to connect people, spark creativity, and enrich lives. Thank you for supporting our performers and for being part of the Seminole State family. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the wonderful performances that await you this season!
In gratitude,
~ Dianna Campbell
Director of Choral Activities, Distinguished Professor of Music,
Music Coordinator
Fall Choir Concert Program
SeminoleSound
The Best Things In Life Are Free - Arr. Kirby Shaw
But The World Goes 'Round - Arr. Mark Haynes
Embraceable You - Arr. Kirby Shaw
From the Start - Arr. Michele Weir
When You're Smiling - Arr. Kirby Shaw
Trumpet: Moses Payton
Concert Chorale
The Dawn - Daniel Schreiner
River in Judea - Jack Feldman; Arr. John Leavitt
I Will Be a Child of Peace - Elaine Hagenberg
Love: Then and Still - Susan LaBarr
Soon We Will Be Done - Kyle Pederson
Community Choir
Accompanied by:
Harrison Light and Ewa Mekwinski
Selections from the Liebeslieder Waltzes
The Love Song Waltzes
By Johannes Brahms (1833 - 1897)
I. Op. 65 - "New" Love Song Waltzes
No. 1 - Verzicht, O Herz, auf Rettung
No. 2 - Finstere Schatten der Nacht
No. 7 - Vom Gebirge Well auf Well
No. 8 - Secret Nook In Shady Spot
II. Op. 52 - Original Waltzes
No. 8 - With your Eyes
No. 13 - Every Bird That Soars the Sky
No. 14 - See How Bright the Fountain Gleams
No. 15 - Nightningale
No. 16 - My Love is a Well of Sorrow
Translations - Liebeslider Waltzes, Op. 65
No. 1 Verzicht, O Herz, auf Rettung
- German
Verzicht, O Herz, auf Rettung,
dich wagend in der Liebe Meer!
Denn tausend Nachen schwimmen
Zertrümmert am Gestad umher! - English
Renounce, O heart, all hope of rescue,
Renounce, O heart, all hope of rescue,
when you venture on the sea of love!
For a thousand barques drift
and founder on the shore around!
No. 2 Finstere Schatten der Nacht
- German
Finstere Schatten der Nacht,
Wogen-und Wirbelgefahr!
Sind Wohl, die da gelind
Rasten auf sicherem Lande,
Euch zu begreifen im Stande?
Das ist der nur allein,
Welcher auf wilder See
Stürmischer Öde treibt,
Meilen entfernt vom Strande. - English
Dark, nocturnal shadows
Dark, nocturnal shadows
Waves and whirlpool peril!
Can they who calmly linger
safely on the shore
ever understand you?
He alone can do so
who drifts in the stormy desolation
of high seas
miles away from the shore.
No.7 Vom gebirge Well' auf Well'
- German
Vom gebirge Well' auf Well'
kommen Regengüsse,
und ich gäbe dir so gern
hunderttausend Küsse. - English
From the mountain, wave on wave
From the mountain, wave on wave,
the torrential rain teems down,
and I would dearly love to give you
one hundred thousand kisses.
Meet the Performers and Musicians
- Caroline Anderson
- Dorothy Branson
- Roger Branson
- Yoit Callaghan
- James Cavanaugh
- Virginia Cummins
- Laurin Dunn, Jr.
- Valerie Fisher
- Virginia Fisher
- Angela French
- Alison Geisler
- Gail Guillemette
- Martha Halladay
- Kaylee Harrypersad
- Janice Holloway
- Diane Jackson
- Maranda Jackson
- Anaely Jimenez
- Linda Kassof
- Patsy Lovier
- Teresa Markle
- Naomi Mathias
- Kathleen Matty
- Jim McDonald
- Elaine Meagher
- Linda Merriman
- Chelsea Niemi
- Marjorie Oftedahl
- Janette Pierce
- John Reilly
- Ruth Sandweiss
- Carolynn Scott
- Russell Scott
- Chris Waguespack
- Kathy Waguespack
- Kristin Webb
Volunteers
- Sejal Jagirdar
- Karan Jagirdar
- Patricia Tykowski
- Guerline Sanjuste
- Tenisa Montgomery
- Mary Ellen Eyler
- DJ Burkett
- Ava Carr
- Kyle Cartee
- Antonio Colon
- Gabriella Gary
- Grace Grover
- Aubry Hamilton
- Ethan Hubbard
- Dakota Johnson
- Gabriella Media Santana
- Tyler Niblack
- Taylor Preston
- Jessica Rucker
- Mia Sanchez
- Cindi Slepow
- Gabriella Smith
- Lilith Thai
- Emma Van Alstine
Volunteers
- April Acevedo
- Jenna Burr
- Kelsey Castillo
- Joseph Castro
- Eric Haddock
- Marcos Hernandez
- Charlie LaBonte
- Gabriella Gary
- Gabriella Smith
- Emma Van Alstine
- Jessica Rucker
- April Acevedo
- Kelsey Castillo
- Joseph Castro
Special Thanks
- Markham Woods Prebyterian Church
- Dr. Michele Cuomo,
Dean of Arts & Communication - Christine Kindell, Box Office Supervisor
- Kevin Brewer,
Seminole State College Print Shop Manager - Lori Wolff,
Office Supervisor Arts & Communication - Ewa Mekwinski & Harrison Light, Accompanist
- Music Department Student Workers
Dianna Campbell has served as Seminole State College’s Director of Choral Activities and Professor of Music since 2004. In 2023, Professor Campbell achieved the colleges highest ranking of Distinguished Professor. In 2021, Dianna was awarded the Community Partners Endowed Teaching Chair for Seminole State College. Most recently, she was honored with the Janet Balanoff Catalyst Award for Excellence in Equity and Diversity. Dianna is a two-time recipient of the Seminole State Ken Sylvester Faculty Excellence Award and NISOD Excellence in Teaching Award. Dianna is active on the college’s Curriculum Committee, serving for many years as Chairperson. During her tenure, she has been a part of Leadership Academy, Advanced Leadership Academy, and served as advisor to the National Society of Collegiate Scholars, the String Club, Chamber Orchestra and Gospel Choir. Distinguished Professor Campbell is an active leader in her professional organizations. She has served as the State of Florida, Southern Division and National Chairperson for Two-Year College Choirs for the American Choral Directors Association (ACDA). In 2018, Mrs. Campbell was honored to conduct Vivaldi’s GLORIA at Carnegie Hall, for the National Two-Year College Festival Choir. Last year, her choir went international, performing at the Vienna Advent Sings Festival. Currently, Professor Campbell is the Music Representative for the Florida College System Activities Association (FCSAA) and has served the Orchestra Coordinator for their annual Symposium. She previously served as District Chair for Florida Vocal Association (FVA), is an FVA certified judge, a regular guest clinician and adjudicator with Heritage Worldstrides and Music in the Parks, and a certified Master Teacher. Before coming to SSC, Dianna was the Choir Director at Lyman High School, 1989-2004, and was Director of Music at Central Christian Church, 1992-2001. Professor Campbell holds a Bachelor of Music Education, University of Florida (magna cum laude) and a Master of Music in Choral Conducting, University of South Florida (highest honors). She is a member Sigma Alpha Iota Women’s Honorary Music Fraternity and Phi Kappa Phi Academic Honor Society.
Support Choral Music at Seminole State College
The Support-A-Musician fund was created to assist deserving student musicians in various ways. We work closely with our students with special circumstances and offer support as needed, case by case. Donations are accepted at any time of the year.
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SSC Foundation Support Choral Music
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407.708.4400
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