Marching Band’s Newest Addition

Director of Millersville University Marching Band Dr. John Zarco

Dr. John Zarco was appointed as director of the marching band at Millersville University for the 2012 season.

Zarco comes from the University of Minnesota, where he studied wind conducting and served as a graduate instructor within the School of Music. Zarco earned his bachelor’s degree in music education and a master’s of music at California State University, Sacramento.

“I was in the marching band in high school and for a few years in college. Although I had played music before, that activity is what got me really excited about music. I love the sonic and visual impact of great marching bands; there is something special about it when it all comes together,” said Zarco.

Zarco has over 12 years of instructional experience with marching ensembles. Zarco previously taught at Saratoga High School in Saratoga, Calif., where he oversaw the marching band, conducted two symphonic bands, two jazz bands and a percussion class.

“One of the things that really impressed me about Millersville was the quality of the interactions I had with the people here. There is also a great deal of support and growth within the music department. This is evidenced partly by the unique venues and programs currently available at Millersville, in addition to the brand new Winter Center opening this fall. It feels like an exciting time to be a part of Millersville University,” said Zarco.

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Upcoming Events

March 8 at 7:30 p.m.: Orchestra Concert in Steinman Hall at The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
March 9, 2013 at 3:00p.m.: Bach Choir of Bethlehem with the MU Keystone Singers in Clair Performance Hall at the Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $35 for general admission, $25 for reserved seating, $30 for seniors reserved seating, and $10 for students with Millersville ID.
March 11 at 8:00 p.m.: Virginia Glee Club and the Men Marauder Glee Club in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
March 24 at 2:30 p.m.: The Faculty Recital for Marcia Englar—guitar and Kristin Sims—soprano, also featuring recent MU graduate Ryan Nicholls—guitar, in Steinman Hall at The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is free and open to the public.
March 24 at 4:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Emily Hass and Karly King’s in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
March 25 at 8:00 p.m.: Millersville University Keystone Singers with California State University East Bay Singers Concert in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
March 30 at 7:00 p.m.: The Senior Recital for Max Smith, Violin in Murley Recital Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 2 at 7:30 p.m.: Guest Speaker on Microphone Placement Techniques in the Recording Studio, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 3 at 3:00 p.m.: The Melva S. McIlwaine Master Class with Jonathan Carney, Violin in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 6 at 1:00 p.m.: The Senior Recital for Julie Urbanick, vocals, in Murley Recital Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 6 at 4:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Julia Gyory, vocals, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 6 at 7:30 p.m.: Anita Renfroe and Ioannis Potamousis, Two Piano Concert in Steinman Hall, The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admission and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 7 at 1:00 p.m.: The Senior Recital for JennaMarie Warfield, flute, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 7 at 4:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Kayla Klase and Jessica Schroeder, vocals, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 7 at 7:30 p.m.: Choral Ensembles Concert in Steinman Hall at The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 12 at 7:30 p.m.: MU Single Reed Symposium Finale Concert featuring clarinetist Eric Mandat and saxophonist Dave Camwell, assisted by some of the area’s best single reed artists and the MU Jazz Ensemble, at The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions, $5 for students, and free for symposium participants.
April 14 at 1:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Jeremy Delong and Paula Batdorf, vocals, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 14 at 4:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Lauren Peddicord, violin, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 14 at 7:00 p.m.: The Senior Recital for Jessica Mahan, vocals, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 14 at 7:30 p.m.: Millersville University Opera Production in Steinman Hall at The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 16 at 7:30 p.m.: Open Mic Night in the Recording Studio, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 20 at 1:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Ashley Lynch and Chad Wynn, vocals, in Murley Recital Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 21 at 1:00 p.m.: The Senior Recital for Brittany Mazzurco, vocals, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 21 at 4:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Sean Kase and Joshua Betty, trombone, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 21 at 7:30 p.m.: Percussion Ensemble Showcase in Murley Recital Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 26 at 7:30 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Jeff Grey, saxophone, in the Issaacson Dance Studio, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 27 at 1:00 p.m.: The Senior Recital for Rich Klimowicz and Brian Doherty, percussion, in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 27 at 4:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Alexis Kopicz and Juilia Melbert in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
April 28 at 2:30 p.m.: Flute Choir and Guitar Ensemble in Steinman Hall, The Ware Center, Millersville University Lancaster. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 28 at 7:30 p.m.: Guest Artist Lecture and Recital with Sonia Lee, harpsichords; “Dueling Harpsichords” in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 28 at 7:30 p.m.: Guest Artist Lecture and Recital with Sonia Lee, harpsichords; “Dueling Harpsichords” in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
April 29 at 3:00 p.m.: The Guest Artist Master Class with Sonia Lee, harpsichord, in Murley Recital Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
May 4: The Day of Percussion in Murley Recital Hall and Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
May 5 at 2:30 p.m.: Concert Band and Wind Ensemble Performance in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
May 10 at 7:30 p.m.: Orchestra Concert in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.
May 11 at 1:00 p.m.: The Junior Recital for Logan Ressler and Marcus Tavani in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is free and open to the public.
May 11 at 7:30 p.m.: Choral Ensembles Concert in Biemesderfer Concert Hall, The Winter Center, Millersville University. This performance is open to the public. Tickets cost $10 for general admissions and free for students with Millersville ID.