Arts at Clarke
SPRING 2025 EVENTS
The Arts at Clarke series seeks to inform, entertain, and inspire through art in all its forms. From live performances to gallery exhibits, Arts at Clarke provides a place to gather and enjoy the talents of local and national artists, musicians, performers and more. Performances are open to members of the Clarke community and the general public.
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Dr. Keisy Peyerl Xavier Piano Recital
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Naomi Noel Piano Recital
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The Mackin-Mailander Lecture Series Presents
Crucial Conversations: Turning Pain into Purpose and Setbacks into Success
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Marcus DeJesus Guitar Recital
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Clarke Professional Performance Series:
Music Faculty Recital
Friday, February 7 • 7 p.m.
Jansen Music Hall, Clarke University
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Mozart Requiem: Dubuque Symphony Youth Orchestra and Dubuque Chorale
Saturday, February 8 • 7:30 p.m.
Five Flags Center
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Clarke Jazz, Melos, and Collegiate Singers
Saturday, February 14 • 12 p.m.
St. Luke’s Church
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Clarke Art & Biology Present: Pottery & Plants
Painting – Tuesday, February 18 • 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Ceramics Studio
Planting – Thursday, February 20 • 7 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.
Center for Science Inquiry
This two-night stress-relieving event is open to all Clarke students. Register to attend on the Source.
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Songfest
Friday, February 22 • 7 p.m.
Roosevelt Middle School
The Dubuque Chorale begins its 2024/25 season in collaboration with other area choirs for a celebration of choral music. The participating organizations include: The Dubuque Chorale and Cadenza, The Julien Chamber Choir, Heartland Harmony, Dubuque Chorale Children’s Choirs, Clarke University, Emmaus Bible College, Loras College, and University of Dubuque. Each choir will perform some of its own music, and the concert will finish with mass choir piece, Jambo by Teddy Kalanda Harrison/arr. Jacob Narverud and conducted by Dr. Michael Bagby.
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Clarke Music Days:
Piano, Guitar, & Strings
This annual event features Clarke String Orchestra combining with students from the surrounding high schools in a day filled with music making. Students attend rehearsals and masterclasses during the day with free concert to close the day. Private piano students and guitar students will present works.
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Clarke Ensemble Performance Series:
Julien Winds and Clarke Wind Ensemble Present World Journey
Sunday, March 2 • 2 p.m.
Jansen Music Hall, Clarke University
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Clarke Ensemble Performance Series:
Spring Strings & Ukelele
Wednesday, March 5 • 7 p.m.
Jansen Music Hall, Clarke University
The Clarke String Orchestra headlines this concert with Clarke Ukulele Ensemble as a special guest in this “strings only” performance.
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Clarke Music Days:
Band & Choir
This annual event features Clarke Collegiate Singers and Wind Ensemble combining with students from the surrounding high schools in a day filled with music making. Students attend rehearsals and masterclasses during the day with free concert to close the day.
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Clarke Ensemble Performance Series:
Collegiate Jazz Night @ Voices Studio
Wednesday, March 26 • 7 p.m.
Voices Studios – Dubuque
The Clarke Jazz Ensemble and Melos contemporary vocal ensemble perform some jazz, rock, and pop works in this semi-annual event. Collegiate Jazz Night includes ensembles from Clarke University, Loras College, and the University of Dubuque for an evening of good music, food, and spirits.
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Musical Menus
Friday, March 28 • 6 p.m.
Hotel Julien – Dubuque
This year, Musical Menus transports you to a world of glamour and bold performances at the elegant Hotel Julien Dubuque. Under the artistic direction of Rebecca Lansing, Adjunct Instructor of Voice, the evening celebrates iconic divas through dynamic roles and music from diverse genres, including country, Broadway, opera, rock, and pop.
Standard Seating: $60
Priority Seating: $100 (Enjoy the best view with middle front-row seats!)
More information for purchasing tickets coming soon!
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Clarke Student Performance Series:
Studio & New Music Recital
Wednesday, April 23 • 7 p.m.
Voices Studios – Dubuque
This honors recital features students from the studios at Clarke University who have excelled at performances during our masterclasses. This evening will also feature premieres of new works by our composers.
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ClarkeFest!
Saturday, April 26 • 4 p.m.
Clarke Drive
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Clarke Ensemble Performance Series:
Julien Winds and Clarke Wind Ensemble—Journey Home
Sunday, April 27 • 2 p.m.
Jansen Music Hall, Clarke University
This concert includes wind works that are American composers focusing on American music. Composers include Cichy, Ives, Hearshen, Williams, Sousa.
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Clarke Ensemble Performance Series:
Spring String Orchestra
Wednesday, April 30 • 7 p.m.
Jansen Music Hall, Clarke University
The Clarke String Orchestra ends its season with a spring concert of standard and contemporary music for strings.
Doors
Doors generally open 30 minutes prior to performances, unless noted otherwise. Admission to all drama department events begins 45 minutes prior to curtain. Seats for all events are general admission. Times and dates are subject to change.