SPRINGFIELD, Mo. – The Evangel University Orchestra will present its Spring 2025 concert on Tuesday, April 15 at 7:30 p.m. entitled “An Overture, Three Dances Two Epics, and Two Gems” in the Spence Chapel.
The diverse program will include music from the 19th Century to the present. Composers represented include Europeans Franz Schubert, Ottorino Respighi, Bedrich Smetana, Pietro Mascagni, and Jean Sibelius; English composer, Edward Elgar; and Canadian film composer, Howard Shore.
The performance is under the direction of Dr. Larry Dissmore, director of Orchestral Activities and Professor of Music at Evangel.
The April 15th University Orchestra Concert is free and the public is encouraged to attend.
For more information, please contact the Evangel University Music Department.
###
Evangel University, with its embedded Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (AGTS), is a comprehensive Spirit-led Christian university located in Springfield, Missouri. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities. Under the leadership of Dr. Mike Rakes, EU is committed to excellence in educating and equipping students to serve the Church and society globally and becoming compassionate innovators in their chosen vocations. EU offers more than 70 degree programs, including cutting-edge majors, pre-professional programs, and affordable and flexible online degree options.
EU is highly regarded and has been ranked:
- #1 Best College in Springfield & #2 Best Christian College in Missouri by Niche
- US News & World Report Best Colleges Top Performer in Social Mobility
- Colleges of Distinction Best Christian University
- Top 10 Best Universities by AcademicInfluence.com
- Third Most Beautiful Campus in the Midwest by Christian Colleges & Universities
- Top 10 Best Colleges in Missouri by BestColleges.com
With additional accreditations in business, counseling, music, social work, and theology and certification as an Excellence in Giving university, EU is focused on providing students with hands-on experience and real-world training for today’s professional careers. Learn more about the university at evangel.edu.