Musical Groups and Ensembles
Jazz Ensemble (MUS 0700)
A select group of wind, rhythm, and percussion players determined by audition. Repertoire includes music for large jazz groups from the big band era to the present. An on-campus concert is presented each term, with occasional outside performances.
Concert Band (MUS 0725)
Open to all wind and percussion players, performance of wind ensemble music, both original music and transcriptions. Performances include on-campus concerts each term.
University Orchestra (MUS 0750)
Devoted to the study and preparation of orchestral literature from the Baroque era to the present through regular rehearsal and performance. All instrumentalists are welcome. Principal positions and general seating are determined by audition. Orchestra Rehearsals and Concerts are centered around Education in Human Values (based on five universal core values-truth, love, peace, right conduct and non-violence) and serve as a model for the Certificate in Music for Social Change and Human Values.
University Choir (MUS 0800)
A select group of experienced choristers, determined by audition. Emphasis is placed on vocal development and performance, with major appearances annually on and off campus, with regular national and foreign tours. The University Choir performs a varied repertoire of sacred and secular music.
Upper Voice Chorale (MUS 0810)
A select group of upper-voice singers determined by audition. Emphasis is placed on vocal development and performance, with major appearances annually on and off campus, and with national and foreign tours periodically. The Upper Voice Chorale (UVC) performs a varied repertoire of sacred and secular music.
Gospel Choir (MUS 0850)
Open to all singers, the Gospel Choir performs music that originates in the African American religious experience, including both traditional and contemporary repertoire. The choir performs two concerts a year on campus.
Gospel Choir Touring Ensemble (MUS 0855)
A select ensemble of singers drawn from the larger Gospel Choir by audition. The repertoire features all forms of gospel as well as traditional spirituals. The emphasis is on off-campus performances with a major tour every other year.
University Ministries Worship Team Ensemble (MUS 0860)
This worship ensemble is chosen by audition and supervised by the University Ministries and the Worship Arts Coordinator for the campus. Students are expected to develop knowledge, skills and attitudes pertaining to planning and leading music in worship. Roles on the team include team leaders, vocalists, instrumentalists, and communications liaison to other worship planning groups. Emphasis will be given to learning diverse worship styles and repertoire including worship music from various traditions and cultural styles. Students will lead in weekly campus worship services as well as off- campus worship events.
Jazz Combo (MUS 3710)
A select group of musicians determined by audition. Jazz music of all eras is studied, with an emphasis on individual improvisation.
Chamber Music Ensemble (MUS 3770)
A variety of small ensembles studying and performing a variety of chamber music literature. The instrumentation for the ensembles may specify brass, classical guitar, percussion, piano, woodwinds, or strings, or a combination thereof, and could also include other instruments or voice. By placement.
Chamber Singers (MUS 3890)
The Chamber Singers are a small, select group of singers, that performs music from many and diverse styles and periods. The goal for this ensemble is to function as a group of soloists in the true chamber style, performing music that profits from intimate renderings. Students participate in multiple performances both on and off campus including regular national and foreign tours. Auditions are competitive and based on the needs of the ensemble.