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Submission FormWelcome to the Music Center
Music performance opportunities at Ferris State are designed to enrich the lives of students as they transition to the world of amateur music ensembles. Ferris State offers eight different music ensembles, that include both University students and members of the community.
Areas of study
Music and Entertainment
Earn a degree in the business of music. You'll develop a deep understanding of the multifaceted music and entertainment industry.
Performance-based Music
Ferris State offers a wide range of instrumental programs designed to help students grow as musicians, regardless of skill level.
Music and the Arts
Explore the culture of music and arts through film, 20th-century American music, Western, and Non-Western music. Many of these courses meet General Education requirements.
Fund Your Passion
Most students qualify for an activity-based scholarship by participating in one of the following ensembles:
- Athletic Pep Band
- Concert Choir
- Jazz Band
- Marching Band
- Symphony Band
- West Central Chamber Orchestra
- West Central Concert Band
Ensembles
All ensembles meet the General Education requirement: Cultural Enrichment. You may take any ensemble for 1 credit, as many times as you'd like. You also have the option to take any ensemble for free with no credit.
Concert Choir
The Ferris State Concert Choir is a mixed choir and is the largest vocal ensemble on campus. The Choir performs a range of pieces from different time periods and in many different styles.
Commitment
- One weekly rehearsal on Mondays, 7:00 - 8:45 p.m.
- Two concerts per semester
Credit
- Music 251: Concert Choir
Contact
Professor Katie McInnis
Adjunct Instructor of Music
[email protected]
Jazz Band
The Ferris State Jazz Band performs traditional and contemporary literature for big band, along with additional instruction in improvisation.
Commitment
- Two weekly rehearsals on Monday and Wednesday, 5:45 - 7:00 p.m.
- Two concerts per semester
Credit
- Music 280: Jazz Ensemble
Contact
Professor Micah LairdAssistant Director of Athletic Bands
Music Center 107
[email protected]
PEP Band
The Ferris State Pep Band functions as an extension of the marching band program. They support the basketball and hockey program throughout the winter and spring.
Commitment
- One weekly rehearsal on Thursdays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- Performances partnering with basketball and hockey
Credit
- Music 230: Pep Band
Contact
Dr. Daniel Atwood
Director of Athletic Bands
Music Center 103
[email protected]
Summer band
The Ferris State Community Summer Band is the summer version of Ferris State's West Central Concert Band. Ferris State students and community members come together to play music.
Commitment
- One weekly rehearsal for five weeks on Mondays, 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
- One weekly for five weeks on Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m.
Credit
- Music 160: Summer Band
Contact
Professor Micah Laird
Assistant Director of Athletic Bands
Music Center 107
[email protected]
Symphony Orchestra
The Ferris State Symphony Orchestra plays a wide variety of musical styles from different time periods. The string orchestra is comprised of students and community members.
Commitment
- One weekly rehearsal on Thursdays, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
- Two concerts per semester
Credit
- Music 270: Symphony Orchestra
Contact
Dr. Daniel Atwood
Director of Athletic Bands
Music Center 103
[email protected]
west Central Concert Band
The Ferris State West Central Concert Band is a symphonic concert band that plays a variety of musical styles throughout the year.
Commitment
- One weekly rehearsal on Mondays, 7:30 - 9:00 p.m.
- Two concerts per semester
Credit
- Music 262: West Central Concert Band
Contact
Dr. Daniel Atwood
Director of Athletic Bands
Music Center 103
[email protected]
Marching Band
Our newest ensemble that we are proud to present, is the Ferris State Marching Band. The marching band is open to all students on campus and prides itself on music excellence, entertainment, and a tight-knit community.
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