Lindsay Kerrigan, a doctoral candidate from the Indiana University School of Music, will perform at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 19 in Memorial Chapel at Sweet Briar College. Admission is free.

Lindsay KerriganKerrigan, a soprano, will sing a program titled, “Songs of Love and Loss.” It begins with a three-song set by Amy Beach titled, “Three Browning Songs,” followed by pieces by John Duke, Vittorio Giannini, Edwin Penhorwood and Andre Pevin. The 40-minute recital concludes with Samuel Barber’s “Knoxville: Summer of 1915.”

Anna Billias will accompany on piano.

Kerrigan, 23, is a native of Nashville, Tenn., and a former student of Marcia Thom, voice instructor at Sweet Briar. “It is incredibly rewarding to not only see a student grow into such a wonderful vocalist and performer, but to also see them continually raise the bar higher for themselves and be able to meet each challenge,” Thom said. “Lindsay is not only an excellent singer, she also is a wonderful young woman and I’m extremely proud of her.”

In addition to her doctoral studies, Kerrigan is a public high school music teacher in Ellettsville, Ind. When she earns her Ph.D., she plans to perform regionally and continue teaching. “I love music and I love sharing that,” she said. “I love when my students get excited about music … when you see the boost in self confidence. That’s really where I see my joy.”

Prior to the concert, Kerrigan will conduct a master class from 4 to 6 p.m. in Memorial Chapel. Admission is free and the public is invited. For more information, contact Thom at mthom@sbc.edu or (434) 381-6221.

— By Suzanne Ramsey, SBC staff writer