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News and Events A-B Seeks Donors to Play a Part In Renewing College's Musical Tradition
Wilcox Chapel, the current home of the Alderson-Broaddus music department, has great meaning for music majors and non-music majors. It is the primary gathering place for the Alderson-Broaddus community and a sacred space on campus for music and prayer. Enrollment increases, curriculum additions, and the addition of new music technologies have compelled the College to seek new music practice, performance, and education spaces in Paul Jones Hall. Situated close to Wilcox, Paul Jones was constructed in 1961, but has long since ceased to be a living space for students. While the four-story building is structurally sound, its interior must be renovated and partially reconfigured to create office and practice/performance areas appropriate to music education. Therefore, both Wilcox Chapel and Paul Jones Hall will undergo a comprehensive renovation, for which the college will commit $1,370,000, an increase of $870,000 more than originally designated for this project. Most of the music program’s administrative functions will shift from Wilcox to Paul Jones. Wilcox will become primarily a center for the practice and performance of music, while the main office and the majority of music faculty offices will be moved to Paul Jones. A total of 7,090 square feet will be renovated in Wilcox, and 9,605 square feet in Paul Jones Hall. Created will be new musical spaces for music students and faculty. Students will benefit from secure, easily-accessible, climate-controlled, and centralized storage spaces for the large number of musical instruments and accessories. Modern, adjustable lighting and new climate control systems will also be installed in both buildings. Every member of the Alderson-Broaddus community, whether they participate as vocalists, instrumentalists, or appreciative audience members, will benefit from an enhanced Wilcox Chapel, made possible by the campaign. “Though our college has many academic programs, people still come for music because of what we are doing here with our major programs and our touring ensembles,” said Lillian Long, associate professor of music. “The chapel is a big part of that. It’s a place that has great meaning for a lot of people, especially those in the music department. Students look out the window and contemplate what their life’s work is going to be. They see their future.” For more information on how you can contribute to the renovation project or scholarships, please contact an A-B Advancement Office staff member 304-457-6203. < Architectural Floor Plan: Wilcox Chapel Chancel Level < Architectural Floor Plan: Wilcox Chapel Lower Level < Architectural Floor Plan: Paul Jones Hall Main Level |
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Alderson-Broaddus
College recently unveiled its plans for a major fundraising effort for
the department of music as part of the Renewing the Promise
campaign. Once complete, this effort will increase the amount of
endowed scholarships the College offers to its students and will
provide funding to renovate and expand its current music facilities.
