These aren’t just words—they’re the heartbeat and the values of the College of Lake County. We’re dedicated to providing equitable, high-quality education, cultural enrichment and meaningful partnership building with the diverse communities we’re honored to serve. In the Communication Arts Division, we truly believe that the arts have the power to reflect the world around us, inspire change through the sharing of stories and experiences, and, especially, bring people together to do great things.

I’m so excited to welcome you to a new season filled with creativity, learning and connection. This year’s lineup is bursting with opportunities to experience music, theater, dance and visual arts that will uplift and inspire you. Visit the Wright Community Gallery for stunning art exhibits, or immerse yourself in our film and literary series. We also offer free community workshops and events that are open to everyone— there’s something for every taste and interest! Each experience highlights the amazing talent at CLC and within our local community.

But it doesn’t stop there! Whether you’re drawn to literature, creative writing, communication studies, digital media, philosophy, the humanities, world languages or the visual and performing arts, we offer a wide variety of courses designed to enrich your life. Whether you’re here for personal growth, working toward a certificate, or pursuing a degree, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

We know that “Together, we are E.P.I.C., U. and I.”

To learn more about performing and visual arts opportunities, use the QR code at the bottom of the page or visit www.clcillinois.edu/arts-opportunities.

I’m so glad you’re here at the College of Lake County. We can’t wait to share this journey with you and see where your passion leads!

Enjoy the show!

Stephanie Santos Gray
Dean of Communication Arts,
Humanities, and Fine Arts

CLC Land Acknowledgement Statement

We respectfully acknowledge that the College of Lake County is on the ancestral homelands of the Kickapoo, Peoria, Potawatomi and other native peoples. We recognize the longstanding significance of these lands for indigenous peoples past, present and future. Historical awareness of indigenous exclusion and erasure is critically important to preventing further atrocities. The College of Lake County pledges to acknowledge the grave injustices of the past and pledges to create awareness and advance education that invites truth.

Program: Wind Ensemble Holiday Concert

WIND ENSEMBLE HOLIDAY CONCERT

PROGRAM

Symphonic Prelude on Adeste Fidelis............... Claude T. Smith

Russian Christmas Music................................ Alfred Reed

Standard of St. George.................................. Kenneth J. Alford

A Fireside Christmas.......................................Sammy Nestico

A Symphonic Prelude..................................... Alfred Reed

Christmas in the Round.................................. Robert W. Smith

Greensleeves................................................ Alfred Reed

Sleigh Ride................................................... Leroy Anderson

America, the Beautiful.....................................Samuel Augustus Ward,
arr. Carmen Dragon

Wind Ensemble Musicians

WIND ENSEMBLE

Michael Flack – Conductor

PICCOLO   
Elizabeth Rehm  

FLUTE  
Laura Houston
Tracey Ramotar
Karla Boucek 
Natalie Gahgan

OBOE
Matt Matias

CLARINET   
Debbie Durham  
Angelo Anello   
Steve Schmidt  
Robert Garippo
Steve Loerch  
Rebecca Stalter  

BASS CLARINET   
Jay Seifried 
Gabrielle Rutkowski  

BASSOON   
Alexander Blessing  

ALTO SAXOPHONE  
Tami Pilot-Matias 
Chris Markgraf  

TENOR SAXOPHONE
Alan Schramm

BARITONE SAXOPHONE
Martin Sviatko

TRUMPET   
Tom Forkenbrock  
Nathan Stalter  
Adam Keno 
Michael Purcell

HORN
Nancy Orbison
Samantha Rose
Peter Marshall
Steve Chamberlin
Elliot Bozik

TROMBONE  
Brian Mabus 
Emma Erisman
Alexander Schmit
Jeff Gahgan  

EUPHONIUM  
Joe Kuzmanoff     

TUBA  
Barb Gangware   
Paul Schmidt   

BASS
Paul Nielsen

PERCUSSION  
Dan Joyce
Bob Miller  
Dan Prowse 
Mallory Rasky
Mike Wolff 

CLC Music/Concert Band Concert: Wednesday, Dec. 11

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for the
Concert Band Concert

Lake County Symphony Orchestra "Welcome Christmas": Saturday, Dec. 14

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Lake County Symphony Orchestra

Ruth Page's THE NUTCRACKER: Saturday & Sunday, Dec. 21-22

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Ruth Page's "The Nutcracker"

College of Lake County Board of Trustees

Torrie Mark Newsome, J.D.
Chair
Elected term: 2021-2025

Paul G. Virgilio, B.S., S.E., P.E.
Vice Chair
Elected term: 2021-2027

Allena Barbato, J.D., L.M.F.T.
Secretary
Elected term: 2023-2029

Pastor Jesus Gerena
Elected term: 2024-2025

William M. Griffin, Ed.D.
Elected term: 2023-2029

Amanda D. Howland, J.D.
Elected term: 2021-2027

Julie B. Shroka, M.A.
Elected term: 2019-2025

Sulma Teruel
Student Trustee
Elected term: 2024-2025

Lori Suddick, Ed.D.
President