Music
Monday Night Alive is led by Rise Up!, a praise group on campus. This band is currently being led by campus ministry intern Gianna Adriaanse and overseen by campus pastor Scott Jagodzinske. Get To Know Some of the Members… A few of the members of the band answered questions about them and their experience of […]
Music Department in February The Music Department at Kansas Wesleyan University has hosted many outreach events for high schoolers. The newest is Brass Day, which will be held this February. With Salina Strings Day returning this month as well. Brass Day Excitement fills the air at KWU as the Music Department prepares to host its […]
The Kansas Wesleyan University Music Department has filled December with festive musical events, including a wind ensemble and orchestra concert with Percussion, music student recitals, choir performances, and the annual Christmas by Candlelight. Every music student, major and non-major, has worked diligently to represent KWU with excellence. Their hard work and dedication have made the […]
The Kansas Wesleyan Wind Ensemble and String Orchestra made their successful debut on October 24th. The string orchestra opened the concert with a captivating concerto featuring four soloists and a solo cellist. The wind ensemble, directed by Benjamin Rohrer, followed with a program of five pieces. Wind Ensemble Benjamin Rohrer, the adjunct wind ensemble director, […]
By Merissa Bailey Rios / Staff Writer The Kansas Wesleyan University music department welcomed esteemed cellist Dr. David Littrell for a special performance and educational session on Thursday, March 14, 2024. Dr. Littrell’s visit extended beyond simply showcasing his musical talents; he offered a captivating exploration of the music itself, delving into the history and […]
By Merissa Bailey Rios/Staff Writer For the third year the Kansas Wesleyan String Orchestra hosted Salina Strings Day. This event brings together the KWU, Salina South High school, and Salina Central High school orchestras. Joining together the orchestras for a concert at the Kansas Highway Patrol auditorium on the former Marymount College campus. Bringing Salina […]
By Elijah Resano / Staff Writer Last Friday, the Kansas Wesleyan University Department of Music held the annual Christmas by Candlelight event, with this year’s theme being: “Prince of Peace.” This year highlights the differences in how the spirit of Christmas is enjoyed by cultures from around the world. Select songs taken from cultures in […]
On Wednesday, September 27 KWU’s Praise Band led Fields of Faith at Dean Evan’s Stadium. Fields of Faith is a service that brings the community together to worship and praise God. The KWU Praise Band includes Madeleine Johnson (vocalist), Scott Jagodzinske (bass guitar), Taiton Reed (keys), Joshua Chelvin (piano), Simeon Faagai (acoustic guitar), Grady Tatum (drums), Cynder […]
The Kansas Wesleyan University Department of Music held an Orchestra and Wind Ensemble Concert on October 5th, 2023. This is a gallery of photos from that event. All photos taken by Photography Editor Ryah Klima. The photos from the student recitals held on October 4th can be found here.
By Elijah Resano / Staff Writer This school year, Kansas Wesleyan University’s music department has implemented a plethora of new additions in terms of faculty and leadership, and even new spaces for students to grow in their learning. New Rooms for Tunes Major renovations were started earlier this year for the school’s music department, particularly […]
