This Week's Ensemble

Just when you think our Music Students cannot get any better, they treat you with three more outstanding concerts.
Monday we enjoyed two of our Classical Ensembles. First the Wind Ensemble, this was composed of three lovely young ladies - Lisa, Jamie and Kelly. Check out Lisa's beautiful nail polish against her silver flute. Not only is it attractive, so were all three of them. Outstanding performance.
Following this we were treated to the majestic, commanding sounds of our Low Brass Ensemble. Under the direction of Karl Megules this ensemble played eleven beautiful holiday songs and even an encore that would challenge the most proficient low brass performer. A fantastic arrangement and performance.

Wednesday evening our Concert Choir gave a standing room only audience (despite a terrible stormy night) a warm, inviting performance of absolutely breathtaking music. The choir conducted by Shelley Reed and accompanied by Edward Ferdinand engaged the audience in classical, traditional and even humorous selections of holiday songs. It was an unforgettable evening for everyone who attended.

Thursday evening our Percussion Ensemble performed. Under the magical direction of Mark Pultorak these students dazzled and surprised the audience. Despite being called the Percussion Ensemble, of the 8 students who make up this ensemble, only one is a percussion major. Thanks to Mark's encouragement and belief in each of them they did an outstanding job. It was a super evening.

Photos from all these concerts are now on line at our Flickr account for your viewing pleasure. You can find them here at bccc music photos Enjoy!

Chamber Jazz Ensembles and Madrigal Singers

Last Monday, 11/28/11, four Chamber Jazz Ensembles entertained in the Presser Room. It is always so enjoyable to hear and see the progress our music students attain.

On Wednesday evening of the same week, the Madrigal Singers dazzled their audience with an outstanding performance.

Thank you to all these students for the hard work and effort you put into your performances.

Photos of these evenings can be see on the BCCC Music Performance Link.

Jazz Faculty Concert, November 16th

The Jazz Faculty entertained on Wednesday evening with an outstanding concert. The talents of our Faculty are truly outstanding. Featured at this performance were

Jeff Baumeister
Paul Gehman
Tom Giacabetti
Michael Hoffman
Tom Lawton
Charles Megules
Len Pierro
Mark Pultorak
John Sheridan

Thank you Faculty for a wonderful evening.

Piano Voice Recital Monday November 14, 2011

WOW!!! Words cannot begin to describe the beauty, talent and ability of our Piano and Voice Students. This evening was just awesome in every respect. Thank you to each and everyone of our students, and a very special thank you to Shelley Reed and Edward Ferdinand.

Amelia Catanzare, soprano
Joshua Lucci, tenor
Jessica Chambers, mezzo-soprano
Kyle Hassler, tenor
Melissa Gansworth, trombone
Anastasia Hagermann, soprano
Brad Fellmeth, baritone
Anne Rogers, mezzo-soprano
Dominic McNaughton, baritone
Philip LeFevre, piano
Nicholas McLaughlin, bass
Jordan D'Albenzio, soprano
Patrick O'Leary, tenor

Photos can be found at http://www.flickr.com/photos/bcccmusic/

BRAVO ~ BRAVO to our Voice and Piano Students

Monday evening, April 11th, was a truly magical night. Twelve of our BCCC students enthralled us with their singing and instrumental talents. The recital was well attended by family, friends, faculty and other students. It was a night to rejoice with the following students for all their hard work throughout the semester.

• Joshua Lucci, tenor


• Anastasia Hagermann, soprano


• Hayley Wieland, piano


• Nicholas McLaughlin, bass


• Jessica Chambers, mezzo-soprano


• Miller Delcastillo, piano


• Oliver Breen, baritone


• Jordan D'Albenzio, soprano


• Jesse Wilks, piano


• Anne Rogers, mezzo-soprano


• Holly Reddy, soprano along with Corey McClinton, trumpet

Thank you students for your outstanding performances.

Outside Scholarships for Community College Students

Scholarships available for current students, recent alumni, and those ready to transfer. Please share the following link with your students: http://scholarships.ptk.org/.

The Woman's Club of Perkasie is offering a $1,000 scholarship which will be awarded to a non-traditional female student who is a permanent resident of the Pennridge School District. The letter of application needs to include the following: name of college, program of study, why applicant would like to receive scholarship, and any personal information you feel comfortable sharing.

Send to:
Beth Schild
Woman's Club of Perkasie, Educational Grant Committee
25 Cowpath Road
Telford, PA 18969

Students Need Cash! We Have Plenty of Scholarships Available

Music Students
It's that time of the year again and here are some of the Scholarships that are available for you.

Available scholarships:

• Alumni Association Completion Scholarship-minimum $500Awarded to a second year student who has accumulated at least 30 credits at BCCC and possesses a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.


• Bucks County Community College Bookstore Scholarship-$100 to $250
  This scholarship provides financial assistance to deserving BCCC students for the purchase of textbooks at the College’s Bookstore.


• Bucks County Community College Foundation Director’s Endowment Fund-$500 to $1,500
  Awarded to a student enrolled in one of BCCC’s six academic departments who possesses a minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA.


• Dr. James J. Linksz Presidential Scholarship-minimum $500
  Awarded to a student currently matriculated at BCCC and who has demonstrated leadership ability.


• Express Employment Professionals Scholarship-minimum $500
  Awarded to a current BCCC student who majors in a program of study in one of the College’s six academic departments


• Harry W. Fawkes Community Service Scholarship-minimum $500
  Awarded to Bucks County high school graduates who reside in Bucks County, PA, and who intend to or are attending BCCC.


• “Salute to Mothers” Scholarship-$500
  Awarded to a female students who supports at least one child while attending BCCC.


• Sarah Mildred Watkins Memorial Scholarship-minimum $250
  Awarded to a student enrolled in a minimum of six (6) credits in a program of study in BCCC’s Department of Business Studies. Students enrolled in BCCC’s Communications, Music or Media curriculum are also eligible to apply.


• The Warwick Foundation Scholarship-12-credits tuition and fees
  Awarded to a first-year student enrolled in one of BCCC’s six academic departments.

More information coming soon.