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Flute Choir

Ann Pesavento, conductor

The Gustavus Flute Choir provides an opportunity for advanced flutists to study and perform literature for multiple instruments. Performances are scheduled both on and off campus. Rehearsals are Tuesdays, 7:00-8:15 p.m.

Woodwind Choir

Ann Pesavento, conductor

The Gustavus Woodwind Choir provides an opportunity for instrumentalists interested in a mid-sized ensemble experience of a soloistic nature. Performances are scheduled on and off campus. Rehearsals are Wednesdays, 6:30-7:20 p.m.

Greater Gustavus Bassoon Guild

Ann Pesavento, conductor

The GGBG provides an opportunity for bassoonists to rehearse and perform bassoon ensemble literature. Performances are scheduled both on and off campus. The group meets each semester for special performance events.

Woodwind Chamber Ensembles

WW faculty, coaches

A number of mixed trios, quartets, quintets, etc. are possible, providing accomplished instrumentalists an opportunity for an exciting ensemble experience of a soloistic nature. Rehearsals are arranged, and performances are scheduled both on and off campus.

Brass Choir

Scott Moore, conductor

Brass Choir provides an opportunity for brass musicians to study and perform the great literature written for this medium. Performances include Christmas in Christ Chapel, on and off-campus concert appearances, and other performances in Christ Chapel. Rehearsals are M 8:30-9:20pm

Chapel Brass

Scott Moore, conductor

Chapel Brass consists of performers who have a commitment to advanced brass literature. The ensemble performs on Fridays in Christ Chapel and has a number of off-campus commitments, including full-length recitals throughout the area.

Brass Chamber Music

Scott Moore, conductor

The backbone of the Gustavus Brass Program, various ensembles (including the Chapel Brass) are offered so students can explore the excitement of small ensemble literature. Gustavus offers quartets, quintets and trios that provide challenge and growth to our students. Frequent performances are scheduled on and off campus. Rehearsals are arranged.

Trombone Choir

Scott Moore, conductor

The Trombone Choir provides an opportunity for advanced trombone students to perform in a sonorous group which rehearses once per week. Performances include full-length concerts, Chapel services, and church services off-campus. . Rehearsals are M 6:30-7:20pm

Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble

Scott Moore, conductor

This ensemble provides performance opportunities for all tuba and euphonium players in a variety of settings, from recitals and concerts to performances in Chapel. Spring only. Rehearsals are M 6:30-7:20pm

Gustavus Percussion Ensemble

Robert Adney, conductor

The Gustavus Percussion Ensemble allows serious percussion students an opportunity to perform the rapidly expanding repertoire of music in this area. Performances are scheduled each semester. Rehearsals are arranged.

Adolphus Percussion Ensemble

Robert Adney, conductor

The Adolphus Percussion Ensemble allows percussion students an opportunity to perform the rapidly expanding repertoire of music in this area. Performances are scheduled each semester. Rehearsals are arranged.

Guitar Ensemble

James McGuire, conductor

Guitar Ensemble provides an opportunity for classical guitarists to perform a variety of literature. Rehearsals are arranged

Early Music Ensemble

Beverly Gustafson, conductor

The Early Music Ensemble is a group dedicated to the performance of early music using various wind, string and percussion instruments. Performances are sometimes in conjunction with dance, theatre and other music presentations. (There is also a beginning level class for those interested in learning how to play the recorder, mastery of which is needed for membership in the EME.) Rehearsals are arranged.

Handbell Choirs

Allen Wortman, conductor

The bell choirs are a select group of handbell ringers. In addition to study and performance of handbell literature, the members provide liturgical assistance for Christ Chapel and the Ringers perform off campus as well. Rehearsals are Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. (Glockenchor), 7:30 p.m. (Chapel Bells), and 8:30 p.m. (Chapel Ringers).

 

Sarah Erickson-Lume

Sarah Erickson Lume is a member of the Woodwind faculty at Gustavus · Adolphus College and she maintains an active profile in the Twin Cities as a freelance oboist and teacher. She holds degrees from Sarah · Lawrence College and Carnegie Mellon University, where…

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