The musical rings of the University of Wisconsin-Madison’s 56-bell Memorial Carillon will resonate throughout the campus more often this summer with two recital series and a Fourth of July program performed by Lyle Anderson.
Anderson succeeded John Wright Harvey as University Carillonneur in 1986, and has performed orchestral tunes ever since. The hourlong performances are scheduled for 3 p.m. on Sundays from June 21-Aug. 2, and at 7:30 p.m. on Thursdays from July 9-30. In addition, Anderson plays on Saturday, July 4, at 1 p.m., concurring with “Let Freedom Ring,” a nationwide project that began in 1963.
Ascend the neo-gothic tower, situated on Observatory Drive between Ingraham Hall and the Social Science Building, and watch Anderson in action on the baton-shaped keyboard and pedal board that keeps the bells operating. For more information about the upcoming programs, contact Anderson at 219-5291.