Music Events
The Demmer Recital Hall showcases the talents of Ripon College vocal and instrumental performance groups. Additionally, Demmer regularly features guest artists in its newly renovated performance space. Learn more about the Department of Music and various ensembles here.
2023-2024 Ripon College Chamber and Jazz Series and Student Performances (To be announced!)
Dec72023
Music Department Student Recital
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The student recital will be held on Thursday, December 7. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Feb102024
National Association for Music Education Collegiate State Summit
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts
Additional details to come![...]
Feb162024
Chamber Music & Jazz Series: Lenard Simpson Quartet
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
Originally hailing from Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Lenard Simpson is a saxophonist, composer and educator with a musicianship and unique sound celebrated as “profound soulfulness combined with a sparkling intelligence and curiosity” (Billy Childs). Regularly recognized as a rising star among his…[...]
Feb182024
Ripon College Choir Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
Ripon College choirs will perform on Sunday, February 18.[...]
Feb232024
Faculty Recital: Christopher Cramer, Guitar
Demmer Recital Hall, Rodman Center for the Arts
Adjunct Professor of Music Christopher Cramer will present a recital of works for solo guitar in Demmer Recital Hall.[...]
Mar12024
Chamber Music & Jazz Series: Brandy Berry Benson & Stephanie Hunt
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
Baroque violinist and Bluegrass fiddler Brandi Berry Benson’s “four-string acrobatics” and “indispensable skill” (TimeOut Chicago) have been praised as “bright,” “lively," “pleasing” (Hyde Park Herald) “alert [and] outstanding” (Chicago Classical Review). In this program, violin will be met with the…[...]
Mar52024
Ripon College Choral Festival
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts; Great Hall
This event brings high school choral students from across the state to Ripon College for a day of singing choral music.[...]
Apr82024
Guest Artist: Ian Moschenross, Piano
Demmer Recital Hall, Rodman Center for the Arts
A versatile pianist, Ian Moschenross is an active recitalist, chamber musician, and collaborator in the United States. With a particular scholarly focus on the works of the Romantic era, Dr. Moschenross's residency at Ripon College will include both this evening…[...]
Apr232024
Ripon College Band Festival
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts
Area high school students will participate in an all-day band festival as they work with Ripon College music faculty and prepare the music for a concert that will conclude the day.[...]
Apr252024
Ripon College Choir & Orchestra Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Ripon College choir and orchestra will perform on Thursday, April 25. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Apr262024
Jazz Ensemble & Jazz Combo Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Ripon College Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo will perform Friday, April 26, directed by Paul Dietrich. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Apr282024
Chamber Winds & Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The Chamber Winds & Symphonic Wind Ensemble will perform Sunday, April 28. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
Apr302024
Music Department Student Recital
C.J. Rodman Center for the Arts: Demmer Recital Hall
The student recital will be held on Tuesday, April 30. Admission is free and open to the public.[...]
May12024
Spring Lawn Concert
Harwood Memorial Union Lawn (Rain site: Demmer Recital Hall)
Enjoy an outdoor concert at Ripon College. Featuring the Symphonic Wind Ensemble & Rally Band, directed by Tobin Shucha, and the Jazz Ensemble & Jazz Combo, directed by Paul Dietrich.[...]