NC State DASA

Jan 21, 2020

Student-led gospel choir builds community through song

The creation and performance of music is a shared experience that has brought people together across centuries, cultures and geographic borders. Gospel music in particular is a deeply communal experience, with roots in the black oral tradition and African-American religious practices, tracing back to the early 17th century. The music typically incorporates repetition and call-and-response,… 

Jan 9, 2020

In Profile: Hannah Maier

Harry M. Habets Music Scholarship Name Hannah Maier Major Sociology Instrument I have been playing cello for nine years. Ensemble So far my experience in the symphony has been very fun and fulfilling. I really enjoy being able to forget my stresses of the day and take a break every Monday night to work on… 

Nov 26, 2019

New holiday album showcases local jazz talent

Keenan McKenzie didn’t set out to write a Christmas album. The music department’s applied lecturer of saxophone was writing a few songs for a project that ultimately fell through, then he wrote a few more and before he knew it, he had a full album on his hands.  “At first I said, well, I might… 

Nov 25, 2019

Whistlin’ their own tunes

The students in the NC State Jazz Combo went from strangers to bandmates to family. Now they’re releasing an album of mostly original songs and reflecting on their time together doing what they love. It’s a science and an art, figuring out where each student-musician’s strengths will best fit in order for them and their ensembles… 

Nov 25, 2019

In profile: Lindsey Wilson

Alby Rose Marching Band Scholarship Name Lindsey Wilson Major Molecular, Cellular and Developmental Biology Instrument I started playing the alto saxophone in sixth grade, making this my eighth year on my instrument. Ensemble I have loved every moment with the NC State marching band so far. Getting to create amazing music with over 360 other musicians… 

Nov 25, 2019

Marching band alumni reconnect during Red and White Week

Power Sound of the South alumni celebrated Red and White Week by coming home to tailgate and march during the homecoming football game with their former bandmates, current band members, and in some cases, the several generations of band alumni in between.  On Nov. 8 and 9, the Department of Music hosted a reunion of… 

Sep 10, 2019

Masini scholar leads the Pack on the field, in the concert hall and beyond

The Department of Music’s prestigious Toni Christine Masini Memorial Scholarship was presented to Reece Neff, ‘20, on Saturday, Aug. 31 during halftime of the football game versus East Carolina University. The Masini scholarship – the largest music scholarship offered at NC State – is awarded each year to one student who exemplifies academic and musical excellence,… 

Sep 6, 2019

Announcing the 2019-20 PMC Lecture Series

The Price Music Center (PMC) Lecture Series – open to students and the public – brings music scholars and musicians from different cultures to campus to share their music in performance, and speak on how this music came into being and how it fits and functions within a given society. The PMC Series has presented… 

Jul 24, 2019

Registration is now open for March with the Pack on Sept. 7

High school marching band students are invited to March with the Pack on Saturday, Sept. 7 during the Western Carolina game. The NC State Department of Music’s annual band day drew over 500 high school students last year for an immersive, unforgettable experience performing on the field at Carter Finley Stadium. Registration is now open for… 

Jul 24, 2019

NC State choirs to perform at Carnegie Hall

The NC State choirs are going to Carnegie Hall! The trip is open to current NC State choir students and NC State alumni who participated in choir while attending the university.