Fall Band Concert Combines Music and Chemistry at University of Dubuque
Date: October 6, 2026
Location: John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center, University of Dubuque
Event Date: Friday, October 23, 2026, at 7 PM
Join us for a captivating evening during National Chemistry Week at the University of Dubuque’s Fall Band Concert. This unique event blends science demonstrations with musical performances, offering an experience that is both entertaining and educational.
Concert Highlights:
- Performers: UD Concert Band and UD Jazz Band
- Featured Works:
- “Burn” by Roland Barrett
- “Entropy” by Wayne Lu
- Jazz standards like “Easy to Love” by Cole Porter and “Don’t Get Around Much Anymore” by Duke Ellington.
Directors:
- Nolan Hauta, DMA (Director of Concert Bands and Associate Professor of Instrumental Music)
- Evan Glickman, DMA (Director of Jazz and Athletic Bands and Assistant Professor of Music)
Special Science Demonstrations:
Faculty from UD’s Division of Natural Sciences will conduct demonstrations paired with musical selections aligned with scientific themes:
- Methane Bubbles with “Burn”
- Whoosh Bottles with “Entropy”
- The UD Wind Ensemble will perform “Frequency” by Minoo Dixon alongside the Briggs-Rauscher oscillating reaction demonstration.
Inspiration Behind the Concert:
Nolan Hauta conceived the idea while exploring science projects with his children, leading to a discovery of numerous science-related musical selections. His vision aims to spark wonder and curiosity among attendees, creating a memorable concert experience.
Chemistry Educators on Stage:
Tony Breitbach, PhD, and Cole Fisher, PhD, will conduct science demonstrations, emphasizing the connection between music and chemistry.
Admission:
The concert is free and open to the public, with no ticket required.
Don’t miss this extraordinary evening where science and sound create a harmonious celebration!
