THIBODAUX – The music faculty of the School of Fine Arts at Nicholls State University will present its third annual Nocturne, a recital benefiting music scholarships, on Friday, May 8.
A variety of performance media and historical musical styles, all showcasing the talents of the Nicholls music faculty, await the concertgoer. The evening will begin at 6:30 p.m. with a cocktail reception and silent auction in the Talbot Theater lobby, followed by the 7:30 p.m. recital. The event will conclude with a coffee and dessert reception in the theater lobby.
Several sponsorships are available. At the “Serenade” level, the donor will receive eight tickets to Nocturne as well as a unique premium – a private piano recital presented by Dr. Luciana Soares, assistant professor of music. Profits from the $1,250 “Serenade” level will be used exclusively to support scholarships for piano majors.
A gift of $800 places the guest at the “Polonaise” level, which includes eight tickets to Nocturne. A $500 gift designates the “Mazurka” level and includes four tickets to Nocturne. Individual tickets to the concert and receptions are available at $50 each.
Cocktail attire is requested. For ticket information, call (985) 448-4600.
