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Olivet Nazarene University Digital Commons @ Olivet School of Music: Performance Programs Music 2014 Department of Music Programs 2013 - 2014 Department of Music Olivet Nazarene University Follow this and additional works at: https://digitalcommons.olivet.edu/musi_prog Part of the Fine Arts Commons, and the Music Performance Commons Recommended Citation Department of Music, "Department of Music Programs 2013 - 2014" (2014). School of Music: Performance Programs. 47. https://digitalcommons.olivet.edu/musi_prog/47 This Book is brought to you for free and open access by the Music at Digital Commons @ Olivet. It has been accepted for inclusion in School of Music: Performance Programs by an authorized administrator of Digital Commons @ Olivet. For more information, please contact [email protected]. ORPHEUS CHOIR '-lour Program Dr. Jeff Bell is the fourth conductor of Olivet Nazarene University’s Orpheus Choir, and has served as professor of music at Olivet Nazarene University since 1997. He earned his B.S. in music education from Olivet Nazarene University, his M.Mus. in vocal performance and literature from the University of Illinois, and his Doctor of Arts in vocal performance from Ball State University. Dr. Bell is a past conductor of the ONU Orchestra, and is the current conductor of the Kankakee Valley Symphony Orchestra Chorus. He serves as organist for College Church of the Nazarene in Bourbonnais, 111. He has performed in recitals, operas and oratorios, and is a published composer and arranger. He and his wife, Carole (King), have two daughters, Christin and Katie Jo. Alleluia Ralph Manuel (b. 1951) Alleluia Alma Mater, Olivet Byron Carmony (1916-2007) To Alma Mater, Olivet, we lift our voice in praise for noble standards which we’ll hold 'til ending of our days. The times we spent within these walls will ne’er forgotten be, for here we learned to know of truth, and truth will make us free. My Olivet, our Olivet, though life may lead us far apart. I’ll still revere you in my heart. My Olivet, our Olivet, I’ll love the Christ you gave first part, and you old Olivet. A Mighty Fortress Is O ur God Martin Luther (1483-1546); arr. Carl Mueller (1892-1982) A mighty fortress is our God, a bulwark never failing; Our helper He, amid the flood of mortal ills prevailing. For still our ancient foe doth seek to work us woe; His craft and pow’r are great, and armed with cruel hate, On earth is not his equal. Did we in our own strength confide, our striving would be losing, Were not the right Man on our side, the Man of God’s own choosing. Dost ask who that may be? Christ Jesus, it is He; Lord Sabaoth, His name, from age to age the same, And He must win the battle. Be Ye Glad Michael Kelly Blanchard (b. 1948); arr. Bruce Greer (b.1961) In these days of confused situations, In these nights of a restless remorse; When the heart and the soul of a nation Lay wounded and cold as a corpse. From the grave of the innocent Adam Comes a song bringing joy to the sad; O your cry has been heard and the ransom Has been paid up in full, be ye glad. O be ye glad, O be ye glad. Ev’ry debt that you ever had Has been paid up in full by the grace of the Lord. Be ye glad, be ye glad, be ye glad. Now from your dungeon a rumor is stirring; You have heard it again and again. O but this time the cell keys are turning And outside there are faces of friends. And though your body lay weary from wasting. And your eyes show the sorrow they've had; O the love that your heart is now tasting Has opened the gate, be ye glad. O be ye glad! So be like lights on the rim of the water, Giving hope in a storm of the night; Be a refuge amidst the slaughter Of these fugitives in their flight! For you are timeless and part of a puzzle, You are winsome and young as a lad; And there is no disease or no struggle That can pull you from God, be ye glad. O be ye glad, O be ye glad. Ev’ry debt that you ever had Has been paid up in full by the grace of the Lord. Be ye glad, be ye glad. Jesus paid it all! Be ye glad, be ye glad, be ye glad. Be ye glad. ORPHEUS CHOIR Llour Program Come, let us sing for joy to the Lord! Let us come before Him with thanksgiving And extol Him with music and song, For the Lord is the great God And He is the great King of all Gods. (Come bow down) In His hands are the depths of the earth, And the mountain peaks belong to Him. The sea is His for He made it, And His hands formed the dry land. Come let us sing for joy to the Lord! Come, let us bow down in worship, Let us kneel before the Lord, our maker. For He is our God, We are the people of His pasture, The flock under His care. hope, faith, life, love... Eric Whitacre (b. 1970); text by e.e. Cummings (1894-1962) hope, faith, life, love, dream, joy, truth, soul Olivet has long enjoyed a distinguished reputation for the quality of its music program and the professional preparation afforded to its graduates. Young musicians in growing numbers are realizing the advantages of earning a degree in music at Olivet Nazarene University. In dulci jubilo ¥ Matthew Culloton (b. 1976); text from traditional German carol 1 In dulci jubilo, (in sweet joy) Let us our homage show, Our heart’s joy redineth Inpraesepio (in a manger) And like a bright star shineth Matris in gremio. (in a mother’s lap) Alpha es et O (beginning and ending) 0 Jesu parvule! (0 infant Jesus) 1 yearn for Thee alway! Hear me, I beseech Thee, OPuer optime! (O best child) My prayer, let it reach Thee, O Princeps gloriae, (0 Prince o f glory) Trahe me post te, (draw me after You) O Patris caritas! (O love of the Father) O Nati lenitas! (O mercy of the Son) Deeply were we stained, Per nostra crimina; (through our sins) But Thou for us hast gained Coelorum gaudia! (the joys of heaven) O that we were there. Ubit sunt gaudia (where are joys?) Where if they be not there? There are angels singing Novacantica! (new songs) And there the bells are ringing In Regis curia, (in the Kings courts) O that we were there! In addition to all our fantastic opportunities in voice, we also offer numerous other musical ensembles: Brass Quintet Horn Quartet String Quartet Concert Band Jazz Band University Orchestra Flute Choir Jazz Combo University Strings Guitar Choir Marching Band W ind Quintet Handbells Percussion Ensemble Pep Band Harp Quartet Saxophone Ensemble Wesley Taylor 14 Joliet, 111. Marketing and Commercial Graphics What is your favorite aspect of Olivet? The community. It’s like no other place I’ve ever experienced, and I’m more thankful every day for the relationships that have been built and strengthened during my time here. 1 know I’ve made quality, godly friends for a lifetime at Olivet. W hat is your favorite Orpheus memory: On tour a few years ago, we sang “Be Ye Glad.” Before the service on Saturday night, Dr. Bell encouraged us, as he does often, to focus on the text and meaning of the song. During the concert, the choir was in tears as we realized that no matter what we were going through, there truly was no disease or struggle that could pull us from God. A spontaneous prayer time occurred right after the concert, and I'll never forget the move of the Spirit that night. What makes Orpheus unique? One of my favorite things about Orpheus is the high musical standard to which Dr. Bell holds us. He doesn’t expect us to do more than each of us can. But he doesn’t expect any less than our best, either. It’s that kind of attitude that has made Orpheus so consistent over the last 80 years. What are your post-grad plans? I loveto design, and I love to take photos. Anyjob that would combine the two of those with some marketing, I would love. I can see myself living in Chicago and working, or perhaps moving out to the Northwest and looking for work there. ORPHEUS CHOIR (Student Spotlight Lillian Guenseth 14 Galesburg, 111. Vocal Performance and Musical Theatre Why did you choose Olivet? I knew the environment at Olivet would help me grow into the person I wanted to be, both academically and spiritually. Do you have a favorite Olivet story/memory? My freshman year, I was in the musical Godspell. I fell in love with theatre, bonded with many talented people, and grew in my relationship with the Lord. What is your favorite thing about being a member of Orpheus? I love how I am accepted no matter what. You are loved like you are a family member. What is one unique or interesting thing about you? When I visit home, my cat rides around on my shoulder like a parrot. ORPHEUS CHOIR cTour Program Love Came Gently Marty Funderburk; arr. Mike Speck Love came gently, soft as a baby, Born to a lowly virgin girl. Wrapped in rags and laid in a manger, Love came gently to our world.