NWOSU Music Ensembles

Vocal Ensembles
for more information, visit the Choral and Vocal Studies home page

The Concert Choir is a large mixed chorus, which performs a varied selection of sacred and secular choral literature from all historical periods. Membership is by audition, but is open to all who wish to sing.

The University Chorale is Northwestern’s most advanced large choral ensemble. Consisting of approximately 25 to 30 of the most skilled singers at the University, the Chorale performs a diverse repertoire of accompanied and a cappella literature. Membership in the Chorale is open to any student regardless of major, but is by audition only.

The University Singers iis the University’s elite small vocal ensemble.  Consisting of 16-20 of the best singers at Northwestern, the University Singers specialize in a wide range of vocal chamber music from all historical periods. Membership in this select group is by audition.  Participation in University Chorale is a co-requisite.

Instrumental Ensembles
for more information, visit the Band home page

The Ranger Marching Band combines contemporary show design with a wide variety of musical styles, from the classics to jazz and popular music. "The Spirit of Northwest Oklahoma" performs for all home football games and has appeared at Kansas City Chiefs games and at parades in the United States and Canada.

The Symphonic Band performs at least three on-campus concerts each spring, consisting of standard wind literature and contemporary works for band. The band has performed in San Antonio and Dallas, Texas, and in Kansas City, Missouri.

The Northwestern Jazz Ensemble has attained local and regional recognition for its performances. The ensemble performs for various campus events throughout the year and has appeared at the prestigious Wichita Jazz Festival.