2004 election focus of noon talk Wednesday

11:19 a.m., Oct. 4, 2004--Beginning with a discussion of the upcoming presidential election and ending with the traditional “Carols for the University,” the popular, free Bach’s Lunch Series will be held from 12:10-12:50 p.m., on select Wednesdays this fall, in Bayard Sharp Hall.

During his talk, “The 2004 Election,” on Oct. 6, Joseph Pika, professor of political science and international relations, will share his views on the upcoming presidential election and important congressional races.

The challenges and rewards of creating classical music videos will be discussed in “The Making of a Music Video” by Jennifer Barker, associate professor of music and composer, and John Palmer, cameraman, on Oct. 13. Their joint CD/DVD project, Geenyoch, is due for release in early 2005.

“Welcome UD’s New Cellist” on Oct. 20 will highlight Larry Stomberg, new assistant professor of music, who will play music for the cello, including Bach’s Suite in D Minor.
Julie Nishimura, accompanist-coach, and David Herman, Trustees Distinguished Professor of Music, will join forces as “A Dynamic Duo” on Oct. 27 and perform a variety of works for piano and organ.

“Baroque Flute and Harpsichord” on Nov. 3 is a sampling of music from the Brandywine Baroque Ensemble’s current season. Eileen Grycky, assistant professor of music, plays an 18th-Century wooden flute with the ensemble, and Karen Flint is the harpsichordist and artistic director.

“The Role of Social Science Research in the Study of Hazards and Disasters” will be discussed Nov. 10, by Havidan Rodriguez, director of UD’s Disaster Research Center. He will talk about the role, research and contributions of the center in terms of understanding of societal preparedness and response to disasters.

Outstanding UD flute students will play “Music from Across the Pond” on Nov. 17. Featured will be solo flute repertoire by composers from far away.

A program for Dec. 1 will be announced later.

“Carols for the University” on Dec. 8 will feature the Jefferson Pipe Organ, instruments and voices in music for the season and include carol singing by the audience. This performance will be repeated at 5:15 p.m.

Article by Sue Moncure

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