Musicians for HireScheduling Players for your Event There are several small ensembles within the players of the Nittany Valley Symphony who are available to hire for special events such as weddings, banquets, or parties.  The Nittany String Quartet Mary Alice Graetzer, 1st violin Joe Priddy, 2nd violin Sylvia Ruggeri, viola Susan Graham, cello The Nittany String Quartet, founded more than twenty-five years ago by the first chairs of the Nittany Valley Orchestra string sections, continues to offer a wide-ranging repertoire of Baroque, Classical and Contemporary Music, from Handel, Haydn, and Mozart to Joplin, Bernstein, and Strauss. The NSQ can help make your special event memorable. Contact: Susan Graham, 234-2990 or grahamarchitecture@comcast.net  Ruth Hunter, harpist Harpist Ruth Hunter will add an elegant touch to your wedding, reception, or special event. A graduate of the University of Rochester/Eastman School of Music, Ruth has over 25 years experience as a professional musician. Her repertoire comprises, classical, light classics, sacred and pop. Personalized consultations are always included in her fee. Phone: 717-463-9012 E-mail: ruthe@ruthhunter.com  The Norwood Trio Mary Alice Graetzer - violin Susan Graham - cello Shirley Fonda - piano The Norwood Trio was started over 20 years ago when we played for the Central Pennsylvania Festival of the Arts and have been playing together ever since. The Norwood Trio offers a wide range of classical and contemporary music for receptions, weddings and other special events. Contact: Phone: 814-234-2990  The Tussey Ensemble Mary Alice Graetzer, violin Sylvia Ruggeri, viola Susan Graham, cello Shirley Fonda, piano The members of the Tussey Ensemble are musicians in the Nittany Valley Symphony and other chamber ensembles in the area. They perform a range of baroque, classical and contemporary music for your special event. Phone: (Sylvia) 814-861-5801 E-mail: Sylvia.ruggeri@verizon.net  Overhead Wendy Hanson (percussion, guitar, keyboards, drums, vocals) Kevin Fagley (guitar, bass, keyboards, drums, vocals) Eileen Christman (electric violin, bass, keyboards, vocals) Richard Plut (guitar, drums, vocals) Tom Mallouk (guitar, bass, keyboards, kazoo, vocals) From full-on rock concerts to intimate acoustic settings, OverheaD does it all! Our repertoire includes early rock, such as Elvis Presley and the Beatles; current rock; modern country and folk; jazz standards; and original songs sure to make your ears itch for more! Phone: (814)237-6565 E-mail: overhead@its-time.com  Eileen Christman, pianist Playing a range from classical to pops, Eileen Christman brings intimate piano music to special events. Enjoy a wonderfully ambient background to an evening dinner, or spice up a daytime reception with light, airy classics and improvisation. Phone: (814) 441-0256 From the Heart Cathy Herrera ~ World Flutes and Carol Lindsay ~ World Percussion Cathy and Carol are both musicians in the Nittany Valley Symphony and Galaxy- the Arts in Education Program. Together they improvise world music spontaneously from the heart. They have just released their first CD titled "Doorways". Phone: Carol 814-237-8450 or Cathy 814-234-8786 E-mail: Cathy's email ~ flutegarden@yahoo.com Carol's website www.hummingbirdwoman.com  ALLEGRIA ENSEMBLE Debbie Trudeau, violin Cathy Herrera, flute Claudia Kiode, cello The trio performs classical acoustic music for weddings, receptions, and similar events in the State College region. Our repertoire extends to waltzes, rags, and lighter fare as well. Contact: Phone: 814-237-0979 E-mail: allegriaensemble@comcast.net  Community Chamber Artists Barry Kroeker, oboe; other instrumentalists also available, including some NVS players and other area professionals. Phone: 814-234-3716 E-mail: skroeker1@verizon.net |
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