In general, this series is very popular. Often people come just to see a particular musician. Such as shipyard worker Dan Stacey, who drove from Slidell to see Harris. Charissa Rehnberg, music therapy senior, usually only goes to the vocal performances, but she said she was excited to Stefon Harris. Wick admitted that certain artists draw larger audiences.
Diversity is important in the series.
With three jazz artists and three classical artists. It should come as no surprise that the jazz performers strike a chord on our campus. Marlene Georges, international business and marketing freshman, said Loyola has strong ties to jazz. The Special Performance series features local, but no less prestigious acts, such as the Crescent City Wind Symphony, Loyola Opera and the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra. The Faculty Recital series is just what the name implies, faculty recitals.