Music ensembles are open to all UMHB students, regardless of major. Ensemble placement is determined by auditions. Music majors and minors are required to participate for credit in music ensembles. For more information, contact the Department of Music at 254-295-4686 or 254-295-4678.
The UMHB Brass Ensemble preforms chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from trio, quartets, and quintets to a complete Brass Choir. Repertoire for the ensemble rangers from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Woodwind Ensemble performs chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from trios, quartets, and quintets to a complete woodwind choir. Repertoire for the Woodwind Ensemble ranges from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Percussion Ensemble comprises some of the finest percussion players from campus. Using the best literature, the Percussion Ensemble strives to give each work an interpretation that best represents the composer’s intent. Repertoire is selected to expose the performers to a wide range of music languages, as well as a variety of technical, intellectual, and aesthetic challenges, enhancing the development of the student-artist. Parts are rotated from piece to piece, giving many players solo opportunities and all performers a diversity of experiences. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Trombone Choir performs chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from quartets to a complete Trombone Choir. Repertoire for the ensemble ranges from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Saxophone Choir performs chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from duos, trips, quartets, and quintets to a complete saxophone choir. Repertoire for the Saxophone Choir ranges from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and contact with instructor.
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The study and performance of chamber music for classical guitar in an ensemble setting. Instruction is through weekly group coaching and will include at least one formal performance. Prerequisite: Audition and/or interview with instructor.
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Instrumental ensemble performing at athletic events, parades, etc. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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A selected ensemble performing specialized opera, musical theater, and sacred vocal repertoire. May be repeated. Prerequisite: Audition. Corerequisite: MUSI 1197 (3197)
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Mixed Voice choral ensemble performing standard sacred and secular repertoire. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor. May be repeated for credit.
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A select ensemble performing specialized choral literature. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor. Corequisite:
MUEN 1194 (3194).
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Large instrumental ensemble for wind players. Public performances each semester. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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The study and performance of mixed-voice choral literature from various historical periods. Audition and interview with instructor required. May be repeated for credit.
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Study and practice of two-piano literature for four hands and eight hands. Open to students who have achieved intermediate grade level in piano. May be repeated for credit.
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Modern jazz ensemble that performs music of big band jazz, rock and latin styles. Contemporary and traditional literature will be studied. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Brass Ensemble preforms chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from trio, quartets, and quintets to a complete Brass Choir. Repertoire for the ensemble rangers from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Woodwind Ensemble performs chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from trios, quartets, and quintets to a complete woodwind choir. Repertoire for the Woodwind Ensemble ranges from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Percussion Ensemble comprises some of the finest percussion players from campus. Using the best literature, the Percussion Ensemble strives to give each work an interpretation that best represents the composer’s intent. Repertoire is selected to expose the performers to a wide range of music languages, as well as a variety of technical, intellectual, and aesthetic challenges, enhancing the development of the student-artist. Parts are rotated from piece to piece, giving many players solo opportunities and all performers a diversity of experiences. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Trombone Choir performs chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from quartets to a complete Trombone Choir. Repertoire for the ensemble ranges from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The UMHB Saxophone Choir performs chamber music in multiple configurations ranging from duos, trips, quartets, and quintets to a complete saxophone choir. Repertoire for the Saxophone Choir ranges from original literature to transcriptions of classical and popular music. Membership is open to all UMHB students by audition and interview with instructor.
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The study and performance of chamber music for classical guitar in an ensemble setting. Instruction is through weekly group coaching and will include at least one formal performance. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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Instrumental ensemble performing at athletic events, parades, etc. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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Mixed Voice choral ensemble performing standard sacred and secular repertoire. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor. May be repeated for credit.
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A select ensemble performing specialized choral literature. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor. Corequisite:
MUEN 1194 (3194).
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Large instrumental ensemble for wind players. Public performances each semester. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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The study and performance of mixed-voice choral literature from various historical periods. Audition and interview with instructor required. May be repeated for credit.
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Study and practice of two-piano literature for four hands and eight hands. Open to students who have achieved intermediate grade level in piano. May be repeated for credit.
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Stage training and development with opportunities for solo or chorus roles in Fall and/or Spring operetta, opera, galas, or other musical productions. May be repeated for credit. Vocal Performance majors must register for this ensemble for eight semesters. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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Modern jazz ensemble that performs music of big band jazz, rock and latin styles. Contemporary and traditional literature will be studied. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Audition and interview with instructor.
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