Students in the School of Music perform as members of a variety of ensembles including orchestras, bands, choirs, jazz bands and jazz combos, chamber ensembles, and more.
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Wind Symphony and Wind Ensemble
Tyler S. Grant
This performance features Wind Symphony, directed by Debra Traficante, and Wind Ensemble with guest composer Tyler S. Grant, directed by David T. Kehler.
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Wind Ensemble
Brian Hecht
This performance of the KSU Wind Ensemble is dedicated to composer Karel Husa (1921–2016), and features Brian Hecht, bass trombone soloist.
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Jazz Ensembles
Kristin Houston and Rebecca Miller
KSU School of Music presents Jazz Ensembles featuring Jazz Ensemble I, led by Director of Jazz Studies Sam Skelton, and Jazz Ensemble II, led by Wes Funderburk.
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Philharmonic and University Band
John Irrera
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Philharmonic directed by Christopher Thibdeau and featuring guest violinist, John Irrera, and University Band directed by Cory Meals.
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Women's Choir with Lost Mountain Middle School 7th and 8th Grade Choirs
Grace Johnston, Huijeong Lee, Lindsey Sanders, Bekah Clegg, Aimee Ouellet, Regan Romuno, Tessa Walker, Caty Mae Loomis, Marielle Reed, Rachel Fishback, Joe Donahue, and Brenda Brent
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Women's Choir with Lost Mountain Middle School 7th and 8th Grade Choirs with Brenda Brent, piano.
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Percussion Ensemble Fall Concert
Mary Madison Jones
KSU Percussion Ensemble, led by director John Lawless, performs an exciting program of repertoire for various groupings of percussion instruments and players.
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Symphony Orchestra featuring Helen Kim and Allatoona High School Sinfonia Orchestra with Judith Cole
Helen Kim and Judith Cole
KSU School of Music presents Symphony Orchestra directed by Dr. Nathaniel F. Parker featuring Helen Kim along with Allatoona High School Sinfonia Orchestra.
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Wind Ensemble featuring North Atlanta Trumpet Ensemble
Douglas Lindsey
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Wind Ensemble, conducted by David T. Kehler and featuring North Atlanta Trumpet Ensemble, conducted by Douglas Lindsey.
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Philharmonic Orchestra and University Band
Amanda Macon
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Christopher Thibdeau and University Band, conducted by Cory Meals.
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Men's Ensemble and University Chorale Fall Choral Concert
Amanda Macon, Savannah English, Brooks Payne, Huu Mai, and Sherri N. Barrett
KSU School of Music presents KSU Men's Ensemble and University Chorale Fall Choral Concert with special guest artist Huu Mai, directed by Dr. Leslie Blackwell, Director of Choral Activities.
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Dr. Bobbie Bailey & Family Performance Center Anniversary Celebration
Huu Mai, Ryan Gregory, Tyler Hartley, Justin Rowen, Grace Kawamura, Jonathan Urizar, Eric Lindsey, Amy Smithwick, Nick Morrett, Brandon Radaker, Robert Boone, Luke Weathington, Michael Opitz, Mike DeSousa, Janna Graham, Brian Reid, Robert Henry, Judith Cole, Emily Herring, Claire Pappas, Savannah English, Brooks Payne, Sherri N. Barrett, and Jana Young
The School of Music is proud to welcome back to campus several of our esteemed alumni for a special recital as part of the Bailey Performance Center 10th anniversary celebration! The School of Music celebrates the opening of the Bailey Performance Center with featured performances by the KSU Wind Ensemble Brass and Percussion, Symphony Orchestra, Chamber Singers, University Chorale and Chamber Singers Alumni Choir, along with pianist Robert Henry, soprano Jana Young, and more!
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Gospel Choir with guest artist Babbie Mason
Babbie Mason, Lauryn Davis, DeeDee West, Jeremy Jakari Rush, Terea Tarver, and Cory Mason
This KSU School of Music performance features special guest artist, Babbie Mason. Led by Professor Emeritus Dr. Oral Moses, the KSU Gospel Choir features members from across the university and community who come together to perform sacred music ranging from traditional spirituals to gospel favorites in various styles.
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OcTUBAfest! 2017
Brian Meixner, Paul Dickinson, Caleb Houck, Michael Ollman, Joe Donohue, and Judith Cole
Octubafest! 2017 recital featuring performances by KSU low brass faculty and students, along with guest artist Brian Meixnert, euphonium.
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Jazz Combos
Rebecca Miller
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Jazz Combos, a performance featuring four student jazz combos.
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Jazz Ensembles
Rebecca Miller and Kristen Houston
KSU Jazz Ensemble I, directed by Sam Skelton, plays a set featuring the "West Coast Sound" and Jazz Ensemble II, directed by Wes Funderburk, performs hits and standards for big band.
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Choral Ensembles, "Celtic and English Traditions"
Cody O'Shea, Christopher Bowers, and Sherri N. Barrett
This KSU School of Music performance features KSU Chamber Singers, Men's Ensemble, and University Chorale directed by Dr. Leslie J. Blackwell, Director of Choral Activities.
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KSFNM: Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra
James M. Stephenson and John Warren
This performance is part of the 2017 Kennesaw State Festival of New Music (KSFNM) and features the KSU Wind Ensemble directed by David Kehler and KSU Symphony Orchestra directed by Nathaniel Parker.
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Symphony Orchestra featuring the Winners of 2016 Concerto Competition and the Winner of the 2016 Composition Competition
Devin Aaron Witt, Joe Donohue, Josh Bouland, and Nicholas A. Felder
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Symphony Orchestra featuring the Winners of the 2016 Concerto Competition and the Winner of the 2016 Composition Competition.
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Chamber Singers and Men's Ensemble, "American Choral Directors Association Preview Concert"
Chamber Singers and Men's Ensemble, directed by Dr. Leslie Blackwell, perform sacred and traditional works as well as recent compositions in advance of their upcoming performance at the American Choral Directors Association conference.
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Classical Guitar Ensemble and Jazz Guitar Ensemble
Kennesaw State University School of Music features Classical Guitar Ensemble directed by Mary Akerman, Lecturer of Classical Guitar, and Jazz Guitar Ensemble directed by Senior Lecturer of Jazz Studies and Jazz Guitar, Trey Wright.
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"Game On" Live Video Game Music
KSU School of Music presents "GAME ON!" Live Video Game Music featuring KSU Symphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble and Chamber Singers.
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Gospel Choir
Led by Professor Emeritus Dr. Oral Moses, the KSU Gospel Choir features members from across the university and community who come together to perform sacred music ranging from traditional spirituals to gospel favorites in various styles.
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Jazz Combos
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Jazz Combos featuring Morgan Hall Wednesday Combo, Brooker Hall Wednesday Combo and Music 109 Thursday Combo.
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Jazz Combos and Jazz Ensemble I
Kennesaw State University School of Music presents Jazz Combos, featuring 2080 Combo and Office Combo, and Jazz Ensemble I.
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Jazz Ensembles
KSU School of Music presents performances by Jazz Ensemble I, directed by Sam Skelton and Jazz Ensemble II, directed by Wes Funderburk.
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