NSU Professor Plays with the Shreveport Symphony

Dr. Douglas Bakenhus, NSU Orchestra Director and Bassoon Professor, performed with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra Saturday, May 5 at the LSUS Student Union theater. The performance was part of the orchestra’s Willis-Knighton Masterworks series “Woodwinds in 20th Century France”. Dr. Bakenhus performed Camille Saint-Saens’ Sonata for Bassoon and Piano Op 168.

Bakenhus to perform with Shreveport Symphony Woodwinds

Northwestern State University Professor of Bassoon and Director of Orchestral Activities Douglas Bakenhus will perform with the Shreveport Symphony Orchestra Woodwinds on Sunday, May 5 at 3 p.m. at the LSUS Theater Auditorium.  The program “Woodwinds in 20th Century France,” is part of the 2023-24 Noel Foundation Inc. Chamber Music Series which brings together the … Continue reading Bakenhus to perform with Shreveport Symphony Woodwinds

NSU Wind Symphony looking for children’s voices for concert

Northwestern State University Bands and Wind Symphony are seeking children’s voices for a Nov. 2 concert.   “The NSU Wind Symphony will present a multimedia concert on Thursday, November 2, at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall,” said Dr. Anthony Pursell, director of Bands. “One of the works on the concert will honor the children … Continue reading NSU Wind Symphony looking for children’s voices for concert

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to perform Sept. 26

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony will open its season on Tuesday, Sept. 26 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Dr. Douglas Bakenhus is the musical director. Raul Mangula will be the guest conductor.  Tickets are $16.50 each and are available at https://nnssla.org/ticket-sales. Season tickets can be purchased athttps://nnssla.org/donate.  The first concert will feature Northwestern State music faculty soprano Dr. Marcy McKee, Bakenhus on bassoon. Dr.Masahito Kuroda on euphonium … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to perform Sept. 26

NSU Wind Symphony to perform Nov. 3

The NSU Wind Symphony will present a concert on Thursday, Nov. 3 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Admission is free and open to the public.  Anthony Pursell is the conductor.  The Wind Symphony will perform “Clutch” by Anthony David Perkins, “A Mother of a Revolution” by Omar Thomas, “The White Plume” by John Philip Sousa and “Symphony #3,” (Tragic) by … Continue reading NSU Wind Symphony to perform Nov. 3

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to present Halloween concert on October 31

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will present a Halloween concert on Monday, Oct. 31 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $15.75 each and can be purchased online at https://nnssla.org/ticket-sales. NSU, Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts and BPCC@NSU students are admitted free with a current student I.D. A livestream will be … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to present Halloween concert on October 31

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra to present concert Sept. 27

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will begin its 2022-23 season with a concert on Tuesday, September 27 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $15.75 each and can be purchased online at https://nnssla.org/ticket-sales. NSU, Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts and BPCC@NSU students are admitted free with a current student I.D.  Dr. … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra to present concert Sept. 27

NSU Wind Symphony concert to celebrate the investiture of Dr. Marcus Jones in Sept. 8 concert

The Northwestern State University Wind Symphony will present its first concert of the academic year on Thursday, September 8 at 8 p.m. in the A.A Fredericks Auditorium. Admission is free and open to the public. Anthony Pursell is the conductor. Charles Fernandez is a guest composer and conductor. Ella Castro will be featured on vocals. … Continue reading NSU Wind Symphony concert to celebrate the investiture of Dr. Marcus Jones in Sept. 8 concert

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra to perform Feb. 8

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will present a concert on Tuesday, Feb. 8 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $15 and free for Northwestern State, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science, and the Arts students with a current student I.D. University COVID protocols will be in effect. Those attending are asked to … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra to perform Feb. 8

Yang to perform with Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Tuesday

Northwestern State Associate Professor of Piano Dr. Francis Yang will perform with the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra on Tuesday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $15 per concert and free for Northwestern State, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts students. Memberships to the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Society start … Continue reading Yang to perform with Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Tuesday

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra announces upcoming season

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony will perform five concerts during its 2021-22 season and will be part of the annual Christmas Gala, according to musical director Dr. Douglas Bakenhus. The concerts will feature Northwestern faculty, alumni and top NSU music students and will be held in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $15 per concert and free for … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra announces upcoming season

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to perform outdoor concert TONIGHT

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will present a FREE concert on Tuesday, April 27 at 7 p.m. at the Fleur de Lis Stage on the Downtown Riverbank in Natchitoches. Douglas Bakenhus is music director of the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra. Juan Pablo Paternina Paez is the graduate assistant conductor. Masks are required and social distancing should be … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to perform outdoor concert TONIGHT

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to remember Donald F. Derby in concerts on Feb. 8-9

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will present a concert on Feb. 8-9 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Douglas Bakenhus is music director of the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra. Juan Pablo Paternina Paez is the graduate assistant conductor. The Feb. 8 concert is for NSU students. Admission is free with a current student I.D. Tickets to … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to remember Donald F. Derby in concerts on Feb. 8-9

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to remember former conductor Oct. 26-27

NSULA– The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will present a concert on Oct. 26-27 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Douglas Bakenhus is music director of the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra. The Oct. 26 concert is for NSU students. Admission is free with a current student I.D. Tickets to the Oct. 27 concert are for the general … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to remember former conductor Oct. 26-27

NATCHITOCHES NORTHWESTERN SYMPHONY RETURNS FOR A NEW SEASON

The Natchitoches Northwestern Symphony Society has announced the opening of its 2020-2021 season that will begin Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 7:30 p.m. at Magale Recital Hall on the NSU Campus. Last season ended abruptly in March due to the global COVID-19 pandemic. After considerable organization and planning, Symphony Board president Tony Smith, Music Director Doug … Continue reading NATCHITOCHES NORTHWESTERN SYMPHONY RETURNS FOR A NEW SEASON

Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to perform tomorrow night

The Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony Orchestra will perform on Tuesday, Feb. 11 at 7:30 p.m. in Magale Recital Hall. Tickets are $10. Northwestern State University, BPCC@NSU and Louisiana School for Math, Science and the Arts students are admitted free with a current student I.D. Dr. Douglas Bakenhus is music director of the Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony. Juan Pablo Paternina … Continue reading Natchitoches-Northwestern Symphony to perform tomorrow night