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TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2, 1975
TOWN HALL SKRIES
The TOWN HALL SERIES will present 3
concerts on home football weekends dur-
iiUC the fall, and 2 performances in the
spring. The activity fee that students
pay upon enrolling at TAMU entitles
them to a free General Admission
seat at TOWN HALL SERIES
performances. However, ad
mission to these performances is
by ticket only. General Admission
Tickets must be picked up in ad
vance at the MSC Box Office. (See
reverse side for reserved sent season
ticket information. (
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS
Each season a numl»er of TOWN HALL
SPECIAL ATTRACTIONS are presented
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YOUNG ARTISTS SERIES
on an individual ticket basis. In contrast
to the TOWN HALL SERIES, individ
ual performance tickets must be pur
chased for each of these SPECIAL
ATTRACTIONS. Therefore,
neither the Student Activity
Card nor any season ticket will
admit holders to the TOWN
HALL SPECIAL ATTRAC
TIONS. Tickets may be purchased
at the MSC Box Office.
The YOUNG ARTISTS SERIES promotes,
for the most part, aspiring artists in the
Classical fields, pianists, guitarists, cel
lists, etc. Admission to YOUNG ART
ISTS SERIES concerts will be FREE
to bearers of A&M I.D. and Activ
ity Cards. Town Hall Series
Season Ticket Holders are
admitted upon presentation of
Season Ticket, and General Pub
lic Tickets are Available at MSC
Box Office.
UNIVERSITY VARIETY SERIES
The UNIVERSITY VARIETY SERIES,
which replaces the Rotary Community
Series, will present various types of
entertainment, plays, mad shows,
etc., with four performances in
the lt)7i>-70 season. All pet form-
dances this season will be pro-i
sented in the Rudder Audi- ■
torium. (See reverse side for
season ticket information, i
BLOOD SWEAT & TEARS
Friday, September 12, 1975 Performance 1
G. Rollie White Coliseum
The original BS&T, with David Clayton Thomas, are
back together again! Of “More and More”, and “God
Bless the Child” fame, they have rebanded with the
composite talents which once made them the exciting
pacesetters in a new kind of music—jazz-rock. Come
enjoy Blood Sweat & Tears, fresh and better than
ever, at G. Rollie White. To open the concert is Gene
Cotton, an increasingly popular Folk Singer from the
Midwest.
Performance 3
KRAFTWERK
Friday, November 7, 1975
G. Rollie White Coliseum
This is the German Rock Group that made “Autobahn”
a hit. These four musicians play a sophisticated Rock
Music with the added dimension of electronic synthesis.
The word “autobahn” means highway. Join us in a fas
cinating journey with Kraftwerk in the driver’s seat.
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PRESERVATION HALL JAZZ BAND
Tuesday, September 23, 1975
Rudder Auditorium
The pioneers of jazz return to Texas A&M. These six
accomplished musicians play a tradition in music which
they helped to create—jazz—the happy music that
evolved in the unique culture of New Orleans, where
Preservation Hall stands. Listen; you’ll be pleasantly
surprised.
THE PENNSYLVANIA BALLET
Tuesday, November 11, 1975
Rudder Auditorium
Since 1965 the audience for dance in the United States
has increased 700%. Paralleling this rise, the Penn
sylvania Ballet has compiled one of the most remark
ably accelerated success stories in Contemporary Per
forming Arts. Renowned from cost-to-coast, the Penn
sylvania is something very special, indeed.
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THE HUES CORPORATION
Friday, September 26, 1975 Performance 2
G. Rollie White
During the past five years these three performers
have dedicated their strong individual talents to de
velop a variety of musical expression. Come “Rock the
Boat” with the Hues Corporation.
ROBERT DE GAETANO
September 29 & 30, 1975
MSC Ballroom
Mr. deGaetano graduated from The Juilliard School in
New York, and later studied in Paris. His rise to fame
as a pianist has been phenomenal but justified by an
equally phenomenal talent. James Moeser, professor
at Kansas City University wrote, “It is a rare event
to witness the birth of a major league star and rarer
still to be conscious of the fact without benefit of
hindsight.”
THE TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY
SYMPHONIC BAND
Tuesday, November 18, 1975
Rudder Theater
In the absence of a school of music at Texas A&M,
many talented musicians yet pursue their avocations
with surprising facility. With this knowledge The
University Symphonic Band was organized for students
and teachers alike who wished to exercise their in
dividual talents within a more communal framework.
The results have been rewarding both for those who
participate, and for those who have been entertained
by this young ensemble.
THE HOUSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA &
THE TEXAS A&M SINGING CADETS w -
Monday, February 2, 1976 L
Rudder Auditorium
The Houston Symphony, having long been a favorite
of Aggie audiences, will combine their talents with
A&M’s own Singing Cadets to kick-off the University’s
centennial year celebration in a grand way.
UP WITH PEOPLE
Thursday, February 5, 1976
Rudder Auditorium
On September 1, 1975, Up With People will have
launched a special year of performances meant to coin
cide with the Bicentennial and to celebrate the diver
sity, promise, and human spirit of this nation.
“1776”
Monday, February 16, 1976
Rudder Auditorium
The familiar tale of the men who made the American
Revolution is joyously retold in the Broadway musical,
“1776”, exposing both the wit and wisdom of the
founding fathers. Another very timely show appropri
ate to our nation’s bicentennial. Join in the celebration!
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THE ROYAL SHAKESPEARE COMPANY
Monday, October 20, 1975
Rudder Auditorium
The Royal Shakespeare Company brings Shakespeare
to life, revealing his penetrating insight into human
nature by recreating his comedies, tragedies, and his
tories. The Royal Shakespeare succeeds in transform
ing any stage into the unique world of Shakespeare,
and their audiences into fellow inhabitants.
MARILYN HORNE, SOPRANO
Thursday, November 20, 1975
Rudder Auditorium
Star of the Metropolitan Opera, as well as many others,
only superlatives can adequately describe this lady.
With a voice of marvelous size, range, and versatility,
she has captivated audience and critic alike. Though
the critic typically responds more reservedly and
analytically, her audience will respond emphatically with
“Sing Baby, Sing.”
MAZOWSZE POLISH SONG & DANCE COMPANY
Tuesday, March 2, 1976
Rudder Auditorium
The Mazowsze will present a glimpse of its rich Polish
folklore portrayed in traditional song and dance. Of
the Mazowsze, John Chapman of the New York Daily
News writes, “All the musicals of Broadway put to
gether could not offer the joyous zest, the dancing skill,
the wondrous costumes, and happy humor, and the de
lightful music which comes to us all in one package.”
Performance 4
Friday, March 5, 1976
G. Rollie White Coliseum
TOWN HALL SERIES (To Be Announced) 1 ■
This Friday night show is a Series presentation held
in conjunction with Military Weekend activities. Every
one is invited.
Wednesday, November 26, 1975
G. Rollie White Coliseum
SPECIAL ATTRACTION
After the Bonfire.
(To Be Announced)
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JOHNNY RODRIGUEZ with ASLEEP AT THE
WHEEL
Friday, October 24, 1975
G. Rollie White Coliseum
Two Country & Western greats on the same bill. Rod
riguez is a very personable superstar from South Texas,
and Asleep At The Wheel is rapidly gathering fame
and following for its straightforward Country music.
It may be the best show all year. Come and find out.
MARTIN BEST, GUITARIST
January 28 & 29, 1976
Rudder Theater
With the air of the historic troubadour, Martin Best en
thralls his audiences in song. A master of lute and
guitar, his repertoire ranges from selections by com
posers of the 12th century through the present. Even
the gentlest strain is intense under his practiced hand.
Best is truly an exemplar of the noble art of the
minstrel.
VLADIMIR ASHKENAZY, PIANIST
Tuesday, March 9, 1976
Rudder Auditorium
Vladimir Ashkenazy is one of those rare performers
who never fails to communicate with his audience in
that extraordinary way which is the mark of a great
artist. \
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THE GUARNERI STRING QUARTET
Tuesday, November 4, 1975
Rudder Auditorium
To devoted music enthusiasts, the Guarneri String
Quartet is one of the world’s most elegant ensembles.
Possessing complete mastery of the quartet form, each
musician is internationallly acclaimed. Now you will
have a chance to witness the expressive power of this
quartet at Texas A&M University.
MARCEL MARCEAU
Friday, January 30, 1976
Rudder Auditorium
The “World’s Greatest Pantomimist” comes to Texas
A&M. A critic from the Boston Globe writes, “In the
eloquent language of silence, there is no one to equal
Marceau, who has revived the ancient voiceless art of
expressive gesture that speaks to all men.” A superb
Artist.
THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS WIND ENSEMBLE
Tuesday, March 30, 1976
Rudder Theater
Formed in the fall of 1973 on the Austin campus, this
50-member ensemble is composed of graduate and
undergraduate students in the department of music.
Saturday, April 17, 1976
G. Rollie White Coliseum
TOWN HALL SERIES (To Be Announced)
This Saturday night show is a Series presentation held
in conjunction with the Residence Hall Association
Weekend and their activities. Everyone is invited.
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THE CLEVELAND ORCHESTRA
Wednesday, April 28, 1976
Rudder Auditorium
Through the inspired guidance of Lorin Maazel, to
gether with the Cleveland Orchestra’s legendary bril
liance, this musical ensemble has risen to the ranks
of the world’s great orchestras.
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BE ON TIME, PLEASE!
All performances will beffin at 8:00 p.m. unless otherwise announced.
Patrons are ur«ed to be in their seats before the announced curtain time.
Late comers may not be seated in the house until a program break. No
recording equipment (cameras, recorders) will be permitted.
1975-76 SEASON TICKET ORDER
REQUIRED: SELF ADDRESSED, STAMPED ENVELOPE
1975-76 TICKET PRICES
SEASON TICKETS
Town Hall - Young Artists Series
A&M Student w/Activity Card $7.00
Non A&M Student Date $9.00
General Public $16.00
MSC BOX OFFICE, P. O. BOX 5718, COLLEGE STATION, TEXAS 77844 (First Floor
Rudder Tower)
TOWN HALL-YOUNG ARTISTS SERIES
season tickets, at $ ea. Preferred location: W. Balcony
Total $ Main Floor
University Variety Series
A&M Student w/Activity Card
& Date
General Public
$10.00 ea.
$18.50
Regular
A&M Students
w/Activity Card
Other Students
OPAS
Zone 1
$33.50
Zone 2
26.75
Zone 3
19.95
23.75
29.00
20.95
23.50
15.10
18.15
OPAS SERIES
season tickets, zone.
SINGLE EVENT TICKETS
., at $.
Total $.
.ea. Preffered location:
Balcony
Town Hall Series
.Orchestra
UNIVERSITY VARIETY SERIES
season tickets at $
PLEASE PRINT:
Name
.ea. Preferred location:
Total $
_ Balcony
-Orchestra
Reserved Seats
A&M Student & Date
General Public
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STREET.
CITY
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.ZIP
please check appropriate box:
A&M Student W/Activity Card □
Non A&M Student Date □ General Public □
$4.50
$6.50
General Admission
A&M student w/Activity Card Free
Non A&M Student Date $3.00
General Public $4.00
Young Artists [No reserved seats]
Non A&M Student Date $1.00
General Public $2.50
University Variety
Series
Gen.
A&M Stud.
Public
& Date
Preservation Hall
Jazz Band
$5.50
$3.00 ea.
Royal Sheakspears
$4.50
$2.50 ea.
Up With People
$6.00
$3.50 ea.
1776
$6.50
$4.00 ea.