Hugh Hodgson Faculty Series explores bassoon with works using jazz, witches

The Hugh Hodgson School of Music continues to showcase its talented faculty with the Hugh Hodgson Faculty Series, which will feature Amy Pollard, professor of bassoon, in a performance on Oct. 12 at 8 p.m.

The series, which takes place each month in Ramsey Concert Hall at the Performing Arts Center, allows the faculty of the School of Music, many of whom are world-renowned performers, to express their talent outside of the classroom and studio.

Pollard will be joined by School of Music resident accompanist Damon Denton on piano for a program she's named “Strange Interludes,” which includes both typical and decidedly atypical works from the 19th and 20th centuries.

“For this recital, I have chosen pieces that are all cohesive as single movements and all under 15 minutes in length,” said Pollard. “The first and last works are fairly traditional and the inner pieces each have an unique and interesting quality to them, from showcasing jazz elements to depicting a ritual performed by witches.”

With that variety, Pollard’s program aims to highlight the range and versatility of her instrument.

“The audience will get to hear every note on the bassoon and experience a wide range of styles,” said Pollard.

Tickets are $10 each or $5 with a UGA student ID and can be purchased at the Performing Arts Center box office, by calling 706-542-4400 or by visiting pac.uga.edu.

The Hugh Hodgson School of Music sponsors more than 350 concerts each year. To view the performance calendar, subscribe to the weekly email concert listing or learn more about the School of Music, go to music.uga.edu.