FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                     Contact: Marisa Bilicic

October 8, 2003                                                                     814-676-6591 Ext. 1215

Nationally Acclaimed Vocal Band to Perform

at Clarion University–Venango Campus

OIL CITY, PA - Blue Jupiter, an, exciting, high-energy, four-man A Cappella group, will be performing at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 18 in the Robert W. Rhoades Center auditorium at Clarion University–Venango Campus. Formed in late 2001, this vocal band has already been compared to Rockapella, M-Pact, and The Blenders. In the years that Blue Jupiter has been together, they've earned a reputation for delivering power-packed shows, stunning arrangements, and creative, inspiring original music and been hailed as "the next shining star of vocal music."

Blue Jupiter, based in Nashville, Tennessee, has spent the last two years touring 34 states, recording, and arranging, and they have been growing in popularity. The band consists of: Christopher Eloranta, baritone/tenor; Marty Gasper, baritone/tenor/vocal percussion; Chris Chatham, high tenor; and Jeremy Lile, bass.

“We’re thrilled to be able to have such a talented group of musicians perform at Venango Campus,” said Christopher M. Reber, executive dean of Clarion University–Venango Campus. “We hope that community members will join with students, faculty and staff to enjoy a wonderful evening of live entertainment.”

With Blue Jupiter’s raw talent and creativity, there is little this group cannot do. As a vocal band, Blue Jupiter takes every opportunity to explore and celebrate the power and versatility of the human voice, whether A Cappella or lightly accompanied. Charismatic and contagious onstage, Blue Jupiter’s enthusiasm carries over to the audience time after time.

The performance is free and open to the public but, because space is limited, attendees need to obtain a ticket prior to the performance. Tickets can be obtained by calling Angel Muschweck at 676-6591, extension 1279.

Clarion University–Venango Campus provides high-quality educational programs and personalized services to help students succeed. Students can earn an associate degree, a bachelor’s or master’s degree in select areas, obtain a one-year certificate or participate in a variety of professional development and personal enrichment courses. Clarion University–Venango Campus is committed to serving the needs of the community. Special programs offered at the campus include Kids in College, Jump Start and SeniorLink.

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