WABASH, Ind. – Purdue University’s all-male Varsity Glee Club and the all-female Purduettes will sing their hearts out during their concert at the Honeywell Center on Fri., April 13, 2018 at 7:30 p.m. This performance is part of the Wabash Valley Music Association Series. Presenting sponsor is Miller’s Health Systems, Inc.
Under the direction of William Griffel, the Purdue Varsity Glee Club is one of the principal vocal groups of Purdue University established in 1893. It sings a wide variety of music ranging from novelty, patriotic, classical, inspirational, jazz, pop, and barbershop genres. With integrity, passion, unparalleled showmanship and attention to every detail, the men of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club have proudly served as ambassadors of the university with honor and dignity for more than 115 years.
This select ensemble has entertained on behalf of Purdue University for community, state, national and international events, averaging between 50-60 appearances each year. Embodying the spirit of service above self, the men of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club represent different backgrounds and hometowns across the country, consistently maintaining a high level of academic excellence with majors ranging from engineering to education to management to biological sciences.
The all-female singing chorus, the Purduettes, celebrates music of all genres with a vast repertoire including pop, classical, contemporary, country, swing, patriotic, Broadway, gospel and jazz, this multi-talented troupe of women represents the brightest and best from a variety of majors and areas of study. Known for an ever-polished and professional look and style, the Purduettes consistently showcase the considerable musical talents of the 50-60 vocalists through full ensemble selections as well as small groups and solo presentations.
Founded in 1942, the original Purduettes heartily fulfilled previously-booked appearances of the Purdue Varsity Glee Club when the onset of World War II depleted the Glee Club’s roster. Since then, the Purduettes have continued performing community, university, corporate, business, private, government, alumni, arts and school events throughout Indiana, the United States, Canada, Europe, and Central America.
Maintaining a high level of academic achievement, the women of the Purduettes pursue excellence on and off the stage, employing a leadership honorary and a mentor program to help further the development and lives of each individual, while involving Purdue alumnae and community leaders through the outreach efforts of the program.
Directed by Jeff Vallier, the Purduettes provide energetic and quality entertainment suitable for audiences of all ages and backgrounds, all the while connecting the university to alumni, friends and communities worldwide.
Tickets are $35, $25, and $15, and may be purchased online at www.honeywellcenter.org or by calling the Honeywell Foundation Box Office at 260-563-1102.
The Honeywell Foundation is a public charity in Wabash, Indiana. The organization and its venues – Honeywell Center, Honeywell House, Charley Creek Gardens, Dr. Ford Historic Home, Eagles Theatre, and 13-24 Drive In – provide artistic, social, cultural, and recreational opportunities for all. For more information about The Honeywell Foundation, please visit www.honeywellfoundation.org.
