Student Recital Set at TAMIU Friday, March 10

Take an opportunity to hear music written by budding composers at Texas A&M International University's Center for the Fine and Performing Arts Recital Hall, Friday, March 10 at 5:30 p.m.

This event is free and open to the public.

"The TAMIU Student Composition Recital features short musical compositions by several of our own TAMIU music majors," explained Dr. Friedrich Gechter, associate professor of music and piano.

The music will be performed by currently enrolled music majors, whose compositions include piano solos, guitar trios, wind quartets and several other types of instrumental ensembles. Dr. Gechter will also perform.

The department of fine and performing arts is currently accepting applications for TAMIU's first-ever band camp, scheduled for two sessions: July 2 - 15 and July 16 - 29.

Applications are available on the Web at tamiu.edu/coas/fpa1 and at CFPA, room 233B with Dr. Michael Stone, director of bands.

For more information on the recital, please call Dr. Gechter at 326.2639, e-mail fgechter@tamiu.edu or visit offices in CFPA, room 233D.

University office hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Journalists who need additional information or help with media requests and interviews should contact the Office of Public Relations, Marketing and Information Services at prmis@tamiu.edu