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Public invited to IC Commencement Eve Concert

Public invited to IC Commencement Eve Concert

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ITHACA, NY (607NewsNow) – Ithaca College is inviting the public to celebrate the class of 2026.

On May 16, IC is holding its annual Commencement Eve Concert.

Anyone is welcome to attend the free event, which will be led by Professor of Music Performance and Director of Jazz Studies, Mike Titlebaum. This year’s concert, “Together We Rise,” will feature the college’s symphony orchestra, choir, and jazz ensemble.

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Additionally, the Meteor Quintet and senior soloists Julia Wolff, Kaden Hawkins, and Noah Schuster will perform. A fireworks display will follow the program.

It starts at 8:30 Saturday night at Glazer Arena, located inside the Athletics and Events Center.

Commencement will take place on May 17, beginning at 10 a.m.

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