Composing an original piece of music is a long process. To have it performed is the ultimate goal. Patrick Schulz, music instructor, will achieve this goal Sunday.
“I feel really good, that’s the ultimate goal of a composer, to write music and have someone perform it without your help,” Schulz said about his upcoming performance at Campus Theatre.
Some pieces being performed have taken Schulz many years to compose.
“These are works that have been around for about ten years or so,” Schulz said.
When looking for people to perform his work, Schulz chose a variety or friends and musicians in the area.
“Three of the people performing are music faculty,” Schulz said.
These faculty members include Polli Chambers-Salazar and Ann Patterson music instructors.
“I am excited about performing Schulz’s compositions, because they are great pieces, and they really demonstrate his talent as a composer,” Chambers-Salazar said.
Dane Teter, music professor, will also be performing.
“It is enjoyable to work on a piece of music with the composer so you know what his intentions are for the piece,” Teter said. “I’m looking forward to the event and hearing Schulz’s other compositions.”
“Schulz’s compositions have a variety,” Teter said.
“They are rhythmically challenging yet maintain harmonies and melodies,” Teter said.
One piece that will be performed is Schulz’s “Snapshots,” which was written for one of his best friends, Demondrae Thurman.
Another piece that will be performed is “Kryie,” which was written for the Chorale under the direction of music professor, Joanna Nachef.
“He wrote this piece specifically for Chorale after attending several of the concerts in past years,” Nachef said. “He truly enjoyed their versatility and varied repertoire, that he was inspired to create a special piece for them.”
Students are encouraged to attend the event.
“I’m hoping some students may be interested to come out here,” Schulz said. “See what I’ve been up to creativity opposed to the teaching side of things and to also support all instructors involved.”
The show costs $15 and the event begins at 7 p.m.