| Ensembles
Offered |
MTSU Percussion
Ensembles
Standard percussion ensembles for all MTSU percussion students.
There are two ensembles, both meet during the day. A wide
and varying selection of music is played in these ensembles, and
there is at least one performance each semester, in addition to
occassional off-campus performances.
Steel Bands
There are two steel drum bands that meet regularly on
Wednesday nights, one from 5:00-7:00 and one from 7:00-9:00.
The MTSU Steel Drum band consists of: lead
pan, double seconds, double tenors, cellos, tenor basses,
drumset and percussion. This ensemble performs a variety
of compositions written and or arranged for this medium.
Students not only perform this type of literature but also have
an opportunity to arrange for this group. There is
at least one performance each semester, as well as possible
off-campus performances. Salsa Band
The MTSU Salsa Band is an ensemble dedicated
to the study and performance of Afro-Cuban Salsa music. The
group usually meets on Wednesday evenings from 5:00-6:50, and
includes a horn section, percussion section, a bass, and a
piano. The percussion section generally includes congas,
timbales, bongos, and a drum set while the horn section includes
trumpets, saxophones, and a trombone. The group is open to
students through audition. The members of the group study the
style, form, and history or Afro-Cuban music, and are encouraged
to write or arrange tunes in salsa style. Under the direction of
Professor Lalo Davila, the group performs both on and off
campus. |