Music Ensembles

 

Chamber Singers

The MGA Chamber Singers regularly perform on and off campus events throughout the year and is open to any MGA student who wants to sing! The chamber Singers, a great place to find community, gives an outlet for self-expression, learning, growth, and being part of something wonderful! Our membership includes students from all majors - we would love to have you!

MGA Chamber Singers

 

Commercial Combo

The MGA Commercial Combo is the University Band ensemble which provides a training ground for aspiring professional musicians in numerous disciplines by supporting recording sessions, live performances, and student composition lab experience.

MGA Commercial Combo

 

The Jazz Knights (Jazz Ensemble)

From Louis Armstrong to Count Basie to Weather Report to the Allman Brothers, the MGA Jazz Knights jazz ensemble performs a myriad of styles from traditional jazz to fusion and rock. This energetic ensemble, comprising both music majors and students from other disciplines, has become one of the most popular performing groups in the region. We welcome saxophone, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, and drum set players - but if you play another instrument we can find a way to include you as well. New members register for MUSC 1082 and returning members register for MUSC 2082. The ability to improvise is not required - if you are interested we will teach you to improvise - no pressure!

MGA Jazz Combo

 

MGA Percussion Ensemble

One of the most highly acclaimed groups within the Band of Knights family, the MGA Percussion Ensemble is in high demand throughout the state and region. Under the direction of renowned composer, artist performer, and director Mr. Miguel Castro, this group performs a broad range of percussion music from salsa to steel drums to contemporary compositions.

MGA Percussion Ensemble

 

The Knight Winds (Woodwinds Ensemble)

The MGA Knight Winds focus on advanced woodwind performance skills, preparing a varied repertoire of classical, romantic, and contemporary music. This outstanding group is at home in numerous settings from intimate chamber concerts to holiday and seasonal venues.