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James Skretta ’09 studied music education at Central and now plans to teach saxophone, music history and theory at the college level.

Q&A with Young Artist winner James Skretta

Saxophonist James Skretta ’09 shares about competition, self-criticism and the importance of music in this interview about his journey to musical success.

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Music for Life

Jean De Smidt ’70 has traveled the country playing and writing music since graduating from Central.

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The Heart of Texas

Central’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble shared special memories in the heart of Texas during winter break—they learned to appreciate not only each other, but the Central College family.

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Musically Warm in Mexico

The Central Vocal/Instrumental Jazz and Pop Combo flew off to Mexico in search of warmer weather, cultural experiences and the opportunity to impact a community.

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And All That Jazz

Central’s Vocal and Instrumental Jazz and Pop Combo musical ensemble were able to learn from the best—a two-time Grammy winner.

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A Shared Love of Music

The Central College A Cappella Choir traveled to Brazil to sing in cathedrals and for an archbishop, tour national parks and monuments and share a gift of shoes for Brazilians in need.

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Welcome to the Fringe

The Fringe Festival brought together students in the performing arts to showcase their talents all over campus for a week. The result was zombie plays, lip sync acts and boat races on the Pond.

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An Onstage Family

While playing the divided members of the Miller family in “Ah, Wilderness!,” the students of Theatre Central became a close family backstage.

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Musical Friends

Anne Petrie, professor of music, performed with fellow faculty members, students and family in her annual recital.

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Singing in Rio

The Central College A Cappella Choir will tour Brazil in May and work with the Northeast Rotary Club in Sao Paulo to collect shoes for those in need.

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