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Roberta Strebel
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State College, PA
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Scheduling Players   

SCHEDULING 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.

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The Nittany String Quartet
Mary Alice Graetzer, 1st violin
Joe Priddy, 2nd violin
Jane Richey, 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


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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
www.ruthhunter.com

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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
grahamarchitecture@comcast.net

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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


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OverheaD
Eileen Christman (violin, keyboards, bass, vocals), Kevin Fagley (guitar, keyboards, bass, vocals), Max Magliaro (guitar, keybaords, bass, vocals), Keena Corbett (keyboards, vocals), Fred Metzger (drums).

We perform mostly classic rock, but the specific playlist varies by the job. We have over 400 songs in our inventory, ranging from early rock (Elvis Presley, Beatles) to current rock, modern country, folk, and our own originals. Please email us for more information.
Phone: (814)237-6565
E-mail:overhead@its-time.com
http://www.overhead.org

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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

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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

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Community Chamber Artists
Name of Players and Instrumentation: Barry Kroeker, oboe; other instrumentalists also available, including some NVS players and other area professionals.
Phone: 814-234-3716
E-mail: skroeker1@verizon.net
www.communitychamberartists.org