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The MGA University Band (UB) is the Band Department's largest organization and is composed of musicians from all schools and departments within Middle Georgia State. The University Band is the umbrella under which the MGA Studio Ensemble and the MGA Band of Knights Outdoor Ensemble operate. The University Band rehearses from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Music Building (formerly the Community Education Center.)

The MGA Band of Knights Outdoor Ensemble (BOK) comprises students from many different areas of study from Middle Georgia and across the state. In fact the majority of Band of Knights members actually major in subject areas outside of music. This group performs at MGA home football games as well as marching band competitions throughout the Middle Georgia region.

The MGA Studio Ensemble (SE) is the indoor University Band ensemble which provides a training ground for aspiring professional musicians in numerous disciplines by supporting recording sessions, live performances, a student composition lab experience, and conducting training. The SE also performs a repertoire of the finest in original band music and transcriptions.

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. The Jazz Knights rehearse from 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays in the Music Building (formerly the Community Education Center.) 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!

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. The Percussion Ensemble rehearses from 3:30 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. on Mondays and Wednesdays in the Music Building (formerly the Community Education Center.)

The MGA Brass Ensemble performs a varied repertoire that covers styles from Palestrina to Dixieland. This group is in high demand throughout Middle Georgia, entertaining audiences of all ages.

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.