JMU’s College of Visual and Performing Arts performed, for the first time, at the world-renowned Carnegie Hall on March 22. 

The event, Where Once We Stood, was a cross-disciplinary collaboration featuring students from the JMU Choral, Dance and Percussion areas who performed to Triptych by English composer Tarik O’Regan.

Where Once We Stood showcased the power of artistic synergy, interweaving choral, dance, and percussion to bring O’Regan’s Triptych to life in a deeply immersive and innovative performance. JMU Dance students also had an opportunity to incorporate original choreography to enhance the visual and emotional depth of the piece.

O’Regan, whose works have been performed by major ensembles worldwide, recently visited JMU to engage with the students, offering invaluable insights into the composition and the inspiration behind Triptych.

The students’ journey — from preparation and rehearsals to the excitement of stepping onto the Carnegie Hall stage — was documented through exclusive video content and images shared on CVPA’s Facebook and Instagram pages.

A big round of applause for the talented students and CVPA Carnegie Hall Tour faculty directors Rubén Graciani, dean of CVPA; Dr. Jo-Anne van der Vat-Chromy, director of choral activities; and Casey Cangelosi, professor of percussion.