By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – John Petzet knew he had big shoes to fill. The University of Nebraska at Kearney’s new director of choral activities was replacing David Bauer, a highly respected vocal music instructor who held the position for 35 years before retiring last May. Petzet, a Tulsa, Oklahoma, native with 18 years of experience at the postsecondary level, was up for the challenge. UNK’s vocal music program hasn’t missed a beat since he took … [Read more...] about John Petzet focused on promoting, growing UNK vocal music program
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PHOTO GALLERY: UNK choirs celebrate holiday season
University of Nebraska at Kearney choir members celebrated the holiday season last weekend with a pair of performances. On Friday, the Choraleers shared the stage with Christian music icon Sandi Patty during her “Christmas in Kearney” concert at the Merryman Performing Arts Center. The Choraleers sang backup vocals for the five-time Grammy Award winner during “Wonderful Child” and “O Holy Night.” On Sunday, the Men’s Chorus, Women’s Chorus, Collegium and Choraleers … [Read more...] about PHOTO GALLERY: UNK choirs celebrate holiday season
Retiring after 35 years, David Bauer leaves mark on students, UNK music program
By TYLER ELLYSON UNK Communications KEARNEY – When David Bauer announced his upcoming retirement, he included lyrics from Frank Sinatra’s “My Way” in a message to his students. Like the legendary song released five decades ago – one year after Bauer first stepped in the classroom as a graduate teaching assistant – the end is near for the 73-year-old’s career in music education. He’ll face the final curtain April 28, when the longtime director of choirs conducts his … [Read more...] about Retiring after 35 years, David Bauer leaves mark on students, UNK music program
PHOTO GALLERY: Collegium Choir Concert at Museum of Nebraska Art
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