Northwestern Band Welcomes Public to Join Rehearsals on Mondays

March 21, 2022

Members of the public are welcome to join the Northwestern Oklahoma State University band in rehearsals from 7-8:30 p.m. on Monday evenings through March and April in Ryerson Hall 310 to form a Community Band.

Rehearsals began on March 21, and a culminating concert in Herod Hall Auditorium will take place on April 29 at 7 p.m.

“Having the community band is a great way for community members to have a chance to play their instrument in an ensemble again,” said Dr. Michael Black, director of bands and assistant professor of music. “It’s also a way for the students in the Ranger Bands to connect with community members and build relationships with alumni and other prominent community members.”

In addition, high school students are invited to participate in the community band, which gives them a chance to see the campus as a band member and to get acquainted with how the Ranger Band program operates.

“These opportunities don’t come around very often after you finish your schooling,” Black said. “So, don’t miss out.”

Anyone interested in participating but no longer has an instrument or who has questions should contact Black at mcblack@nwosu.edu or call (580) 327-8191.

More information on the Northwestern instrumental music program and bands may be found at https://www.nwosu.edu/school-of-arts-and-sciences/fine-arts/bands-and-instrumental-music. 

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