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Concert Choir

M W 11:00-12:15 The Concert Choir is open to all students of all levels of musical or singing experience. This large-group ensemble focuses on singing a wide variety of choral literature from masterworks with professional orchestra to non-western and contemporary high-energy and high-quality literature.

Chamber Singers

M W 12:30-1:45 The Chamber Singers is an auditioned ensemble that highlights individual voices in music theater scenes, Renaissance madrigals, vocal jazz, and contemporary choral compositions. Auditions for this ensemble are held during the first four days of classes each semester.

Introduction to Drumming in the World

M W 12:30-1:45 Introduction to Drumming in the World allows students to perform, study, and explore the cultural connections of music from around the world, particularly non-Western cultures. It is open to all students regardless of musical background or experience.

Rock and Pop Band

M W 2:00-3:15 Rock and Pop Band provides students with the opportunity to experience, practice, and perform a variety of popular music styles with other students in small groups. The styles of music covered can range from rock to country, hip hop, metal, folk, and many others. Students with some basic skills on an instrument or voice are welcome to join. Instruments and storage available to students free of charge.

Concert Band

T TH 11:00-12:15 Students in the Concert Band will experience concert band literature ranging from classic transcriptions to favorite marches and contemporary pieces. No audition required, instruments and instrument storage are available for students free of charge.

String Orchestra

T TH 11:00-12:15 Violin, viola, cello and string bass students of all experiences and levels welcome in this non-auditioned ensemble. Some instruments and storage available for students free of charge.

Jazz Ensemble

T TH 12:30-1:45 Students perform music from blues and jazz standards to contemporary instrumental styles. Solo improvisation opportunities are plentiful, but not required. There is no audition and there are instruments and instrument storage available for students free of charge.

Chamber Ensembles

Various Meeting Times. Chamber Ensembles are open to all vocalists and instrumentalists interested in performing music in a small ensemble setting. These groups can cover a diverse spectrum of musical styles and genres. Students can register individually and be placed in a chamber group, or can register with a prearranged group. Students will be assigned to small groups (duets, trios, etc), in which they will learn to select appropriate repertoire and develop rehearsal skills. Instruments and storage are available for student use.

Musical Theater Ensemble

Spring Only. Provides the instrumental accompaniment for the spring musical theatre production on the Coon Rapids Campus. Offered in the Spring semester only.

Ensembles

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