Irish Music Concert

Join us to celebrate this time of the year with Irish music performed by Marc Sackman (flute) and Chad Ellis (guitar). 

Location: Company E Room 

Duration: 1 hour

About Dr. Marc Sackman: Professor of Music and Director of Bands at UWO-Fox Cities. Dr. Sackman holds a B.A. in History from Rutgers College, and continued his musical studies as a Flute Performance major at the University of Illinois. He then studied in Paris with members of the Orchestre de Paris, and in Munich with Hermann Klemeyer, Solo Flutist of the Bavarian State Opera, while pursuing a successful freelance career. In in addition to his UWO faculty position, he serves as Instructor of Flute at Ripon College and as assistant director with the Fox Valley Flute Choir where he plays flute, piccolo, and alto flute. Dr. Sackman also plays flute with the Appleton City Band, VENTO Winds, and the Wisconsin Symphonic Winds. 

About Chad Ellis: Born in Neenah. A multifaceted musician and guitarist. Chad began his higher education journey at the University of Wisconsin–Fox Valley (UW-Fox Valley), a foundational step that paved the way for his future endeavors. It was here that he first honed his academic and musical skills, setting the stage for his ambitious move to pursue a Bachelor’s degree at the prestigious Musicians Institute.  Chad's twelve-year residence in Los Angeles, CA, proved to be a period of prolific growth and professional development. His versatility as a guitarist was highlighted through notable performances, such as opening for the legendary rock band Jefferson Starship and featuring in the MTV show The Electric Barbarellas. Chad's talent also shone brightly in the award-winning L.A. musical, Mulholland Christmas Carol, further establishing his reputation in the music industry.  Beyond his performances and recordings, Chad is deeply committed to sharing his knowledge and passion for music. He maintains an active private teaching studio, where he mentors aspiring musicians, guiding them through their own musical journeys. Additionally, he continues to work on recording projects, further showcasing his creativity and dedication to his craft.