After last semester’s coronavirus-induced cancelations, Hillsdale College’s art, music, and theatre departments are set for a busy semester of performances. Some performances, such as the theatre department’s production of the play “J.B.”, were postponed until this semester. The theatre department is therefore preparing for a busier than usual season, as it will stage “J.B.” beginning...
When Jim Holleman came to Hillsdale in 1997, there were only around 50 students involved in the music department. Now there more than 30% of campus is involved—and the music department chairman and director of Hillsdale orchestra and choirs is earning national recognition for his work. In February, Holleman was elected vice president of the...
Hillsdale College’s Chamber Choir will perform a concert Thursday night at 7 p.m. at First United Methodist Church in Jackson City. They are singing as part of a fundraiser for Tuesday Group Musicale, an organization that raises money for music scholarships for high school students in Jackson. James Holleman, professor of music and chairman of...
While many students flocked to warmer weather, 20 Hillsdale College vocalists traveled to East Lansing on March 3 to showcase their talents at the National Association of Teachers of Singing Great Lakes Regional Competition at Michigan State. The competition featured students from schools in Indiana, Michigan, Ohio, and Ontario, each performing three pieces in either...
At the beginning of each spring semester, more than 20 students — music and non-music majors — vie for a coveted spot to perform a solo with the Hillsdale College Symphony Orchestra. On Monday the music department announced this year’s winners: Sophomore Keely Rendle, junior Thomas Ryskamp, and senior Susena Finegan will perform in the...