“Soon enough, I'll have a room full of students who are singing about the glory of God!” Bethany Myers, a music education senior said.
“Are You Ready,” showcases more than just sleigh bells and snowflakes. Todd Syswerda, professor of music composition, songwriting and music technology, wrote a new Christmas song for the Taylor community putting a spotlight on the manger. The song's theme explores the incredible joy of angels announcing Jesus' birth.
The lights beamed in Mitchell Theatre, as six dance pieces and more than twenty dancers stole the stage on November 22 and 23.
Stepping into the reality television show “Survivor,” TJ Fausnight, Thane Syswerda and Hudson Bell outlasted the talented group of auditioners and entered the Rice Pilaf family.
The fall breeze and setting sun illuminated the sky, creating the ideal stage for Joel Ansett’s outdoor concert on Sept. 13 at the Bond Plaza. Anna Purino, a sophomore on the IFC cabinet, highlighted the unique blend of nature and music at outdoor concerts and praised Ansett’s folk-inspired, acoustic performance.
Taylor’s Theatre Department displayed a story of conflict, emotion, mystery and the debate over death. “Will We Ever Be Well?” was a play written by Ris Bland, a senior majoring in musical theater, in collaboration with Tracy Manning, the assistant professor of theatre arts, managing and artistic director of theatre.
Students from all over the world will be engaging together through music, dance and food this fall at Taylor University. The intercultural events have created student leaders through conversations and culture showcased in different affinity groups on campus.
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