Call for New Works

The School of Music & Theatre at Heidelberg University and Heidelberg New Music Association are pleased to announce a Call for New Works written by artists currently attending high school in Ohio, Indiana, Michigan, or Pennsylvania. Heidelberg’s Call for New Works encompasses works for choir, symphonic band, chamber ensembles, and soloists, as outlined in the category descriptions below.

Join Berg Bravo! for a delightful afternoon of musical favorites featuring 2 pianos and 8 hands.

Congratulations to the Class of 2022 as they celebrate their academic achievements, receive their diplomas and officially become part of the alumni family.

Keynote Speaker: Alumna, comedian & actress Tracey Ashley, ’91

Stadium gates will open at 8:30 a.m.

Visit www.heidelberg.edu/commencement-2022 for additional information.

Baccalaureate is for degree candidates, families, and friends with open seating. This interfaith worship service will include readings from religious texts, prayers, special music, and a sermon. The heritage between the United Church of Christ and Heidelberg University is also celebrated in this gathering. Students from Religious Life will lead the service. No ticket is required.

Sermon: Rev. David Long-Higgins, ’84

Join the Heidelberg Symphonic Band for an evening of music you won't want to miss!

The COVID pandemic has had a devastating impact upon the arts world. Concert halls, theaters, and dance studios have been largely empty for the majority of the past 18 months. Choruses have experienced especially devastating consequences due to the fear of spreading the virus through singing. Many voices have been silenced, and those that haven't have been dampened and muffled by masks. All of us in the performing arts have suffered the loss of critical aspects of our identity as we anxiously anticipate the resumption of live artistic endeavors.

Heidelberg University Chorus Concert themed How Do I Love Thee?

In the last 18 months, the COVID pandemic has had a devastating impact on every aspect of our lives. Months of sickness, fear, isolation, hope, and disappointment have changed the way we think and behave. One of the most unfortunate consequences of the pandemic has been a noticeable rise in disagreeable, even hostile, words and actions between people of differing viewpoints. Clearly, our world is in critical need of healing.

This concert will feature Rhapsody in Blue with Jeff Manchur, piano, and a performance with The Mirari Brass.

Location: Trinity United Church of Christ, 131 E Perry Street, Tiffin OH 44883

Heidelberg University is partnering with Lakeside Chautauqua to offer a special summer workshop for band directors focused on improving skills in: