Concordia Band Tour Program

2023 Tour

Creative

You can play serious music and also be serious about science, business, politics, law – or any other subject. The status of Concordia’s music program, coupled with its ability to grant the Bachelor of Music degree, tells you that music is a college cornerstone. But it doesn’t tell the whole story about the importance of music at Concordia. While approximately 200 students major in conservatory-level voice and instrumental music, composition, and music education at Concordia, each week 700 private music lessons are given in the college’s dozens of music studios. From the pianist who goes on to study piano pedagogy in graduate school to the choir member who becomes a film actor to the violinist who plans to be a pediatrician, nearly one-third of all Concordia students participate in the music program. Concordia’s worldwide musical reputation translates into opportunities for students to perform in great concert halls around the nation and the world, regardless of their major.

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Schedule

Sunday, Feb. 5 • 4 p.m. Roseville Lutheran Church

1215 Roselawn Ave. W. • Roseville, Minn.

Monday, Feb. 6 • 7 p.m

Hudson High School

1501 Vine S. • Hudson, Wis.

Tuesday, Feb. 7 • 7 p.m. Pablo Center at the Confluence

128 Graham Ave. • Eau Claire, Wis.

Wednesday, Feb. 8 • 7 p.m. Rochester Century High School

2525 Viola Rd. NE • Rochester, Minn.

Friday, Feb. 10 • 7 p.m. Stillwater High School 5701 Stillwater Blvd. • Oak Park Heights, Minn.

Sunday, Feb. 12 • 2 p.m.

Concordia College 901 8th St. S. • Moorhead, Minn.

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Program

Program to be selected from the following:

Magnolia Star (2012) Steven Danyew (b. 1983)

Omaira (2012) Carlos Pellicer (b. 1977) Adam Steinbach ’23, Trombone

The Seer (2019) Erik Santos (b. 1967) Ronnie Allen ’18, Baritone

I. Lonely Nocturne

II. Circles

III. Beale Street

IV. Final Sonnet to Orpheus

V. Not What Was

VI. Call to Creation

VII. Fire

VIII. Moan

IX. Island [1]

Intermission

Stillwater (2019) .....................................................Kelijah Dunton (b. 1999)

The Difficult Work for Peace

March! (2021) ....................................................... Jennifer Jolley (b. 1981) for those impacted by political oppression or war

Set Me As a Seal (1989/2022) .......................... René Clausen (b. 1953)/Trans. Cameron for those moving our world from injustice to peace Set me as a seal upon your heart, As a seal upon your arm: For love is strong as death; Many waters cannot quench love, Neither can the floods drown it.

– Song of Songs 8:6-7

American Guernica (1982) ........................................ Adolphus Hailstork (b. 1941) for those affected by racism

Lux Perpetua (2020) .................................................. Frank Ticheli (b. 1958) for a future world of light and peace for all

Lonely Nocturne (Langston Hughes, 1942)

When dawn lights the sky

And day and night meet, I climb my stairs high Above the grey street. I lift my window

To look at the sky

Where moon kisses star Goodbye.

When dawn lights the sky

I seek my lonely room. The halls as I go by Echo like a tomb. And I wonder why

As I take out my key, There is nobody there But me –

When dawn lights the sky.

Wake Up! (Clockwork)

Circles (Hughes, 1946)

The circles spin round

And the circles spin round And meet in their own tail.

Seasons come, seasons go, The years build their bars Till we’re in jail.

Like a squirrel in a cage ––For the jail is round ––We sometimes find Ourselves upside down.

Beale Street (Hughes, 1947)

The dream is vague

And all confused With dice and women And jazz and booze.

The dream is vague, Without a name, Yet warm and wavering And sharp as flame.

The loss Of the dream Leaves nothing The same.

Final Sonnet to Orpheus (Rainer Maria Rilke, 1923)

(translation by Erik Santos)

Silent Friend of many distances, feel, As your breath expands Space. In the beams of your dark belfry, Let yourself ring. That, which consumes you, Grows strong from your feeding. Go through Transformation, out and in. What has made you suffer? If drinking is bitter, become Wine.

Be, in this vast brimming Night, Magic Power at the crossroads of your senses, The Sense of their strange meeting. And when the Earthly forget you, To the still Earth say: I’m flowing. To the rushing Water say: I am.

Wake Up! (Chaos)

Not What Was (Hughes, 1965)

By then the poetry is written and the wild rose of the world blooms to last so short a time before its petals fall. The air is music and its melody a spiral until it widens beyond the tip of time and so is lost to poetry and the rose –belongs instead to vastness beyond form, to universe that nothing can contain, to unexplored space which sends no answers back to fill the vase unfilled or spread in lines upon another page –that anyhow was never written because the thought could not escape the place in which it bloomed before the rose had gone

Call to Creation (Hughes, 1931)

Listen!

All you beauty-makers, Give up beauty for a moment. Look at harshness, look at pain, Look at life again.

Listen!

Futile beauty-makers ––Work for a awhile with the pattern-breakers! Come for a march with the new-world-makers: Let beauty be!

Fire (Hughes, 1926)

Fire, Fire, Lord!

Fire gonna burn ma soul!

I ain’t been good, I ain’t been clean ––I been stinkin’, low-down, mean.

Fire,

Fire, Lord!

Fire gonna burn ma soul!

Tell me, brother, Do you believe If you wanta go to heaben Got to moan an’ grieve?

Fire, Fire, Lord! Fire gonna burn ma soul!

Moan (Hughes, 1926)

I’m deep in trouble, Nobody to understand, Lord, Lord!

Deep in trouble, Nobody to understand, Lord, Lord!

Gonna pray to ma Jesus, Ask him to gimme His hand. Ma Lord!

I’m moanin’, moanin’, Nobody cares just why. No Lord!

Moanin’, moanin’, Feels like I could die. O, Lord!

Sho, there must be peace, Ma Jesus, Somewhere in yo’ sky. Yes, Lord!

Island [1] (Hughes, 1950) Wave of sorrow, Do not drown me now: I see the island

Still ahead somehow. I see the island And its sands are fair: Wave of sorrow, Take me there.

Program Notes

Magnolia Star – Steven Danyew

“Magnolia Star” was a train that ran from New Orleans to Chicago along with the famous “Panama Limited” in the mid20th century. This work evokes train travel with driving rhythms and train-like sonorities, and is also jazz and blues-inspired in harmonies, melodies, and timbres.

Omaira – Carlos Pellicer

On Nov. 13, 1985, the city of Armero, Colombia, was literally swept away by an avalanche of mud and stones set off by the melting of glaciers caused by the soon-to-erupt volcano Nevado del Ruiz. This composition is dedicated to then 13-year-old, Omaira Sanchez. Omaira was found by journalists with mud up to her neck. She pleaded to be freed so she could help find the others in her family that were lost. Despite the efforts made by the rescue teams, the girl finally vanished in the mud, and she died in front of the entire world. Omaira became the innocent and dramatic symbol of the tragedy that took more than 23,000 victims.

The Seer – Erik Santos

A “Seer” is one who, through supernatural insight, can see what the future holds, and see through to unseen truths. Who is the seer? What does the seer see?

“... I’m sitting here in the center of my house this quiet morning. Through the windows, in the outer corners of my eyes, I can see a full moon setting on my left and new sun rising on my right. Both gloriously happening now, however, I can only see one or the other if I turn my head – can’t see both simultaneously. I sit here trying to sum it all up, and see it all at once, but I can’t. There’s a lesson here somewhere in between. The difference between sleeping dreams and waking dreams is difficult to explain ...”

This musical mandala weaves together many disparate strands of creative inspiration. As much as possible, I let the subconscious lead, as my conscious mind struggled to render dream dictation into a linear language that might resonate with another. In this liminal state, in between both and neither, the answers lie.

March! – Jennifer Jolley

“March!” addresses the long-running political instability between North and South Korea while openly challenging and deconstructing the status quo of the march genre. The work quotes anthems of unsettling North Korean patriotic melodies, as well as a hymn of unity from pre-war Korea. It is often interrupted and broken apart by irreverent percussion, sputtering tempos and audio taken from the Korean demilitarized zone.

The selection of the Korean conflict should ultimately be understood as representative of our contemporary moment. One where dictatorships embrace war, ethno-nationalism, and brutality to thunderous cheers and fanfare.

The main melody is at once longing and noble in quality, and is constructed in a way that suggests the notion of infinity. Its accompanying harmony depicts a kind of bellows or the act of breathing, in and out perpetually. It never settles, but instead moves, modulates, and builds to a tremendous climax. The final coda is a brief meditation; the melody echoes itself tenderly, rocking back and forth, as the harmony begins its slow and fragile ascent to the heavens.

Stillwater – Kelijah Dunton

American Guernica – Adolphus Hailstork

“American Guernica” was written in remembrance of the Sept. 15, 1963, fire-bombing of the 16th Street Baptist Church in Birmingham, Ala., a racially motivated bombing that killed four young girls attending Sunday school (Carol Robertson, 14; Addie Mae Collins, 14; Cynthia Wesley, 14; and Denise McNair, 11), and injured 22 others. The work’s title refers to the famous mural by painter Pablo Picasso, which depicts the bombing of the Basque village Guernica by Nazi German and Fascist Italian warplanes on April 26, 1937, a tragic slaughter of mainly women and children.

Lux Perpetua – Frank Ticheli

“Lux Perpetua” was composed for the Baylor University Wind Ensemble in memory of two young clarinetist members, Laura Onwudinanti and Jack Stewart, whose lives were tragically cut short in an automobile accident. The work’s title is drawn from the last line of the Latin text, Lux aeterna: “et lux perpetua luceat eis” (and let perpetual light shine upon them). The idea of light as both protector and illuminator was constantly in my mind as I composed the piece. Two kinds of light comprise the work: one soft and meditative, the other more sparkling and effervescent. Also in mind were the respective personality traits of the two dedicatees, Jack being more thoughtful and introspective, Laura being more spontaneous and gregarious.

This work was inspired by the beauty of Stillwater, Minn., on the banks of the St. Croix River. During the winter, the top of the river freezes and creates a tranquil effect that cannot be seen but heard. The river is a frozen mass, stuck in place and completely unmovable, but if you listen closely, you can hear that the water underneath continues to flow.

Why is this important?

We as people forget sometimes that we are so much more deep and vast beneath our hard surfaces. We work, we go to school, we take care of our families, we deal with the struggles of the day-to-day routine militantly. But if we just take a moment to listen within ourselves, we discover our passions, our longings, and our sense of belongings.

The Lord Bless You and Keep You

Peter Lutkin was an American music educator, organist, conductor and composer. He was a chorister at the Episcopal Cathedral in Chicago and taught piano at Northwestern University in Evanston, Ill. His main achievement was the founding and development of the Northwestern University School of Music, where he was the first dean.

The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord lift His countenance upon you and give you peace, the Lord make His face to shine upon you, and be gracious unto you. Amen.

The Concordia Band

The Concordia Band began in 1899 as a small collection of instrumental enthusiasts who wished to make music together. More than a century later, it has grown into a sophisticated organization with an international reputation for artistic excellence.

Befitting its pioneering status, the band was the first campus organization to tour, both locally and abroad. Its first international tour occurred in 1935, when the band traveled to Norway for a series of well-received concerts that laid the groundwork for its long-standing reputation of both travel and musical excellence. The ensemble has continued to tour and perform nationally and internationally at many

prestigious music conferences and festivals. Most recently, The Concordia Band traveled to Spain and participated in both the Granada and Pablo Casals International Music Festivals.

Concordia band members have gone on to significant professional careers, as well as faculty positions at public schools, colleges and universities nationwide. Regardless of career choice, the experience of performing outstanding repertoire for audiences both home and abroad is among the most cherished memories for alumni of The Concordia Band.

Biographies

Peter J. Haberman ’97

Peter Haberman serves as the director of bands and professor of music at Concordia College where he is the conductor of The Concordia Band. He also leads the Echo Band, works with student conductors, teaches music education courses and coordinates the comprehensive band program. Prior to his appointment at Concordia, Haberman held similar positions as director of bands at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and Bucknell University.

Haberman maintains an active schedule as a conductor, guest conductor and clinician, having worked in more than 10 states and on five continents. His ensembles have performed at both national and international conferences and music festivals. He has also served as music director for many community ensembles including the Chippewa Valley Youth Symphony, the Bellevue Community Band, and the Route 55 Jazz Ensemble.

Prior to his college career, Haberman spent several years teaching at the Mercer Island School District in Washington and the Maple Lake School District in Minnesota. He was honored to be the recipient of the Educator of the Year Award and the Principal’s Award for Outstanding Teaching at Mercer Island, and the Maple Lake Employee of the Year Award.

Haberman is a member of the College Band Directors National Association, Minnesota Band Directors Association, Minnesota Music Educators Association, National Association for Music Education, and World Association for Symphonic Bands and Ensembles. His honorary memberships include Phi Beta Mu, Phi Mu Alpha, and Pi Kappa Lambda.

A native of Minnesota, he has earned degrees from Concordia College, the University of Montana, and the University of Minnesota where he completed a Doctor of Music Arts in conducting with Craig Kirchhoff. Haberman lives in Moorhead, Minn., with his wife, Erika Tomten, and their daughter Claire.

Adam Steinbach ’24

Trombone / Buffalo, Minn.

Major: Instrumental Performance

Activities: The Concordia Band, The Concordia Orchestra, Trombone Choir, Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra

Soloist Adam Steinbach will perform “Omaira” by the Spanish composer Carlos Pellicer. “This is a sobering but ultimately uplifting piece,” says Adam. “It’s based on a tragedy in Colombia where a landslide caused by a volcanic eruption buried an entire town. It’s a haunting piece that reflects this tragedy.”

Adam is working toward a Bachelor of Music degree in trombone performance and he aspires to be a professional orchestra musician. He began his studies with noted trombone educator Ben Bussey at the prestigious MacPhail School of Music in Minneapolis and is now studying with low brass instructor Dr. Nat Dickey at Concordia. Many of Dr. Dickey’s students have gone on to top graduate programs and careers as professional musicians. “I’m grateful to be working with this great teacher who is so giving with his time and talent,” says Adam.

Adam currently plays second trombone with the Fargo-Moorhead Symphony Orchestra. “This experience is important to me because I want a career performing music. Now I’m getting a look at what may happen, this great opportunity to be playing and learning alongside my faculty mentor, Dr. Dickey,” he says. Adam will soon apply to a top graduate program to continue his studies. “I’m looking for a very competitive program, and I feel I’m in the upper reaches of some programs I’ve seen. Hopefully I can blend school with a job playing in an orchestra,” he says.

In high school, Adam was a member of the Minnesota All-State Band, and he performed in his hometown Buffalo Community Orchestra and Buffalo Community Theater. He is a recipient of the highly competitive Christiansen Music Scholarship at Concordia, of which only five are awarded each year, which has significantly reduced the cost of tuition. “Music has made college a reality for me, and I’m so grateful for all the opportunities it has given me,” he says.

Ronnie Allen ’18 Singer, Songwriter Minnesota resident

This velvety baritone voice performed the televised Prince Tribute at the famous Target Center for the Minnesota Timberwolves Halftime Show. He has also performed for the Minnesota Twins on multiple occasions. Former member of the three-times Grammy Award-winning Sounds of Blackness, Allen has also sung background vocals for former Prince vocalist Shelby J. He has performed as an Ordway guest artist and is currently preparing for the remount of the Ten Thousand Things Theater Company production of “Thunder Knocking on the Door.”

Student Spotlight

Elle (Hyejung) Chang ’25

Flute / Seoul, South Korea and St. Cloud, Minn. Major: Instrumental Music Education

Activities: The Concordia Band, The Concordia Orchestra, Student Government, Coffee Shop student manager

Elle’s father is music director for a Korean broadcasting company, and her mother works at an international school in Seoul. They want their only child to experience the world and understand other cultures, while also gaining a first-rate education. So as a junior high school student, Elle moved in with her Minnesota host family to begin the biggest adventure of her life. She’s now looking forward to graduate school to study conducting.

“I started band in the U.S., and liked it immediately,” she says. After getting the chance to direct her high school band, she knew she had found her calling. “I like being on the podium, directing the musicians,” says Elle. “I like being a leader, and I’m learning how to project myself before the group.”

Elle loves the variety of music performed by Concordia’s two major ensembles. “We really focus on learning what the composer’s intent was with each piece, so when we perform we’re in communication with the composer.”

Carter Slette ’23

Trombone / Woodbury, Minn.

Majors: Biology, Spanish, Environmental Sustainability; Art Design minor Activities: The Concordia Band

Carter began playing trombone in grade school, and he chose Concordia because of the band and academic programs. “I’ve been switching around various academic fields each year here, but band remains my one constant,” he says. “Band is always here for me. It’s my home.”

Carter plans to pursue conservation biology, possibly with an emphasis on prairie restoration. He’s spent summers working for a company that helps farmers reestablish native habitat. “It’s work that is personally fulfilling to me,” he says. “I can see myself making it my career.”

LaReena Mosbrucker ’26

Trombone / Mandan, N.D.

Majors: Music Performance, Mathematics

Activities: Varsity Volleyball, The Concordia Band, The Concordia Orchestra, Jazz Band, Trombone Choir

LaReena’s proudest accomplishment was winning the Young Artist Competition and performing her solo with her hometown Bismarck-Mandan Symphony Orchestra. “What a sound we made! It was a big moment for me,” she says.

LaReena has had other big moments – like playing first trombone in the All State Band, orchestra and jazz band, or playing in the state volleyball tournament two years in a row, or being named to the National Honor Society. “I’m grateful my parents gave me the opportunity to be in all these activities, they’re helping me become a well-rounded person,” says LaReena.

She juggles varsity volleyball with band. “We practice at the same time, and everyone is so understanding about combining the two for me,” says LaReena. “I’m switching back and forth on successive days, but it’s worth it. Being on both ‘teams’ is important to me.”

Chase Linde ’24

Trombone / Billings, Mont.

Major: Business Management, Music minor

Activities: The Concordia Band, The Concordia Orchestra, Jazz Band, Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Chase’s family operates campgrounds in West Yellowstone, Mont., and he spends summers helping run the family business. “I can see myself in the tourism industry possibly as a hospitality consultant, or operating a tour company in West Yellowstone,” he says. “I love living outdoors.”

Chase chose Concordia because of the blend of music and majors he was looking for and couldn’t find anywhere else. In business management he’s learning about utilizing people’s strengths and how to apply them to everyday interaction for growing a business. “Band helps me to branch out and interact with different people,” he says. “I like that.”

Lauren Phelps ’25

Bassoon / Owatonna, Minn.

Major: Chemistry, Spanish minor Activities: The Concordia Band, Resident Hall Assistant, Volunteer at Sanford Orthopedics, part-time pharmacy work

Lauren is well on her way to achieving a career in pharmacy, having completed a pharmacy training certification in high school, and more recently, an immunization certificate. She applies her knowledge when working at a Fargo pharmacy. “This all helps me become a contributing team member,” she says. “It’s what I enjoy doing.”

Lauren discovered the band at a concert at her high school and hosted two students who invited her to check out Concordia. “I liked it immediately; there is everything here I was looking for, especially the science and music programs,” she says. “I loved our tour of Spain last year, and I still keep in touch with our Spanish conductor. It was a great experience.”

Jake Meixner ’24

Trumpet / Savage, Minn.

Major: Trumpet Performance

Activities: The Concordia Band, The Concordia Orchestra, Jazz Band, Trumpet Ensemble, Brass Quintet

While Jake acknowledges that he’s probably too heavily involved in music, he says the college’s core curriculum gives him perspectives into the world and helps him explore new ideas. “I’ve become open to other cultures and how they fit together in the world,” he says. “I’ve gained new insights.”

The high expectations for people in band is especially appealing to Jake. He says it’s so helpful that Dr. Haberman explains the context behind each piece, and why it was composed in such a way. “Then we all show up for rehearsal prepared, and our final product produces a great sound,” he says. “Like Dr. Haberman always says, ‘You gotta feel it to make it good.’”

PETER HABERMAN

BUILDING A COMMUNITY OF MUSICIANS

Dr. Peter Haberman, conductor of The Concordia Band – the college’s oldest music ensemble, loves creating and shaping a new band each year. It’s an intensely human endeavor involving young musicians with high levels of artistry.

Haberman knows the process well. A 1997 graduate, his own experiences at Concordia have become his model for leading the band.

Each year the leadership of Haberman and the returning band members deliberately establish an atmosphere that produces a community of musicians who aspire to make and enjoy exceptional music.

“Returning musicians have already shown the commitment it takes to working hard in the practice room, in lessons and rehearsal

in order to produce a highly artistic result,” says Haberman. “They help pass along this culture of expectation to the new members of the band. There’s an awakening in the new musicians when they are surrounded by this attitude of achieving high-quality, artistic expression.”

New students join the band through auditions, so they know immediately that they share a similar level of ability as their bandmates. “They know they’ve earned a place,” says Haberman.

Another key element in the community building process is retreats at the start of each semester. Here is where friendships are formed through picnics, social time and beginning to collectively learn a new repertoire.

“This all helps us become a band family,” Haberman says. “We learn to trust each other. This works when students agree that putting their time and energy into being a committed community ultimately results in better music.”

In his teaching, Haberman seeks an emotional and musical engagement with students so they will be empowered to do good work on their own.

“It’s about the process of growing deeper and being passionate about what we do as musicians,” he says. “In rehearsals, more questions are asked than commands given. Music is a listening art and we explore learning to listen at a much deeper level with the ultimate goal of never accepting less than our best.”

The Concordia Band

Peter J. Haberman, Conductor

FLUTE / PICCOLO

+ Rachel Bringle, Madison, Minn. | Music Education

Oliver Carriere, Rogers, Minn. | Education

+ Ellie Chang, Seoul, Korea | Music Education

Brogan Ludwig, Hawley, Minn. | English and Business

Madeline Schulte, White Bear Lake, Minn. | Music Performance

Macy Speer, Baxter, Minn. | Global Studies

Seema Tian, Fargo, N.D. | Chemistry, Music minor

OBOE / ENGLISH HORN

+ Noah Kirk, Minot, N.D. | Music Education

BASSOON / CONTRABASSOON

#+ Viva Graff, Winona, Minn. | Music

Tyler Horne, Fargo, N.D. | English Writing and Music

Sophia Klee, Bismarck, N.D. | General Music

Anna Kronbeck, Hawley, Minn. | Political Science and Global Studies, Spanish minor

Lauren Phelps, Owatonna, Minn. | Chemistry, Spanish, and Biology

CLARINET

#+Kaylin Bosworth, Fergus Falls, Minn. | Music Education, English Writing minor

Caroline Cady, Bismarck, N.D. | Music Education

Mackenzie Fitzner, Clinton, Minn. | Education

Esmeralda Garcia, Wilmar, Minn. | Elementary Education

# Aidan Kaddatz, Little Falls, Minn. | Music Performance

# Andie Kassenborg, Moorhead, Minn. | Biology and Spanish, Chemistry, Religion, Psychology

Bella Munro, Fargo, N.D. | Music Education

+ Elissa Wennblom, Big Lake, Minn. | Music Performance

BASS CLARINET

Daniel Bjork, Dassel, Minn. | Music Education

§+ Abby Nelson, Pierz, Minn. | Music Education

CONTRA ALTO/BASS CLARINET

Jaden Hoff, Bismarck, N.D. | Education

ALTO SAXOPHONE

*+ Mariah Olesch, Pierz, Minn. | Elementary Education

Andrea Richard, Kasson, Minn. | Music Education

TENOR SAXOPHONE

# Mitchell Rabehl, Saint Michael, Minn. | Computer Science, Psychology minor

BARITONE SAXOPHONE

Jaxon Dewald, Moorhead, Minn. | Music Performance

TRUMPET

+ Carter Egesdal, Brooklyn Park, Minn. | Music Performance

Kelly Klontz, Isanti, Minn. | Music Education

Jacob Meixner, Savage, Minn. | Music Performance

Bailey Nelson, Brooten, Minn. | Music Education

Conrad Nickelson, Cambridge, Minn. | Music Education

*+ Maddie Schuette, Bemidji, Minn. | Music Education

Jessica Shaw, Andover, Minn. | Music Education

HORN

Zeb Biles, Duluth, Minn. | Music Education

+ Ethan Brummer, Buffalo, Minn. | Music Education

Zachary Chromey, Moorhead, Minn. | Music Education

Sasha Klein, Balta, N.D. | Communication Studies and Global Studies

Hannah Olson, Willmar, Minn. | ACS Chemistry, Biology and Spanish

Abbey Rudd, Fargo, N.D. | Political Science

§+ Emma Schock, Sioux Falls, S.D | Music Education and Teaching ESL

Ellie Wilker, New Ulm, Minn. | Music Education

TROMBONE

Mitchell Lejcher, Woodbury, Minn. | Biology and Environmental Science

+ Chase Linde, Billings, Mont. | Business Management and Music minor

Kenny Lindstrom, St. Paul, Minn. | Music Education

LaReena Mosbrucker, Mandan, N.D. | Music Performance

Carter Slette, Woodbury, Minn. | Biology, Spanish, Environmental Studies

BASS TROMBONE

+ Riley Fiske, Rogers, Minn. | Mathematics, Computer/Data Science, German

Steve Keller, St. Cloud, Minn. | Music Education

EUPHONIUM

Collin Smolke, Shakopee, Minn. | Mathematics

+ Adam Steinbach, Buffalo, Minn. | Music Performance

Colton Thomasson, Fargo, N.D. | Mathematics and Physics

TUBA

Cayden Ganser, Fargo, N.D. | Music Performance

Michael Harvala, Waconia, Minn. | Multimedia Journalism

+ Joshua Weber, Spring Lake Park, Minn. | Biology Education

STRING BASS

Brigham Drevlow, Thief River Falls, Minn. | Music Education

PIANO

Jared Campbell, Paynesville, Minn. | Biology and Music

HARP

Jack Bulman, Grand Forks, N.D. | Music

PERCUSSION

Erik Ault, West Fargo, ND | Music Education

+ Tristan Byer, Fargo, N.D. | Music Education

Sam Deneen, Ramsey, Minn. | Music Education

Andrew Kocher, Savage, Minn. | Music and Business

%+ Katie Langenfeld, Princeton, Minn. | Music Education

Aaron Oakes | Detroit Lakes, Minn. | ACS Chemistry and Mathematics

INSTRUMENTAL FACULTY

Faculty and Staff

Nat Dickey

Department Chair, Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba

David P. Eyler

Percussion, Percussion Ensemble, Marimba Choir, Percussion Methods

Peter Haberman

Instrumental Music Education, The Concordia Band, Cobber Echo Band

Erika Izaguirre

Music Teaching Fellow; Instructor, Trumpet

ADJUNCT INSTRUMENTAL FACULTY

Race Hoglund | Saxophone

Callie Stadem | Harp

MUSIC FACULTY

Daniel Breedon | Music Theory, Composition, Global Music, Counterpoint

Sonja Bosca-Harasim | Violin, Viola

Ísis Jarnicki de Carvalho | Voice

Debora Harris

Flute

Douglas Neill

Tuba, Bass Guitar Russell Peterson Bassoon, Saxophone, Jazz Ensemble I

Shauna Pickens

Coordinator of Music Education, Brass Techniques

Kevin Sütterlin

Instrumental Conducting, The Concordia Orchestra, Opera Concordia

Karin Wakefield

Horn, Piano Leigh Wakefield

Clarinet, Woodwind Methods

Steven Makela | Music Theory and Composition

Eric Martens | Classical Guitar, Jazz Guitar, Guitar Ensemble

Jeffrey Meyer | Music History, Music Theory, Global Music

Anne Jennifer Nash | Voice

Dina Neglia Khachatryan | Violin, Viola, Symphonia

Maisi Pedersen | Voice

Ainsley Rentfrow | Music Education

Annett Richter | Music History, Aural Skills

Michael Culloton Choral Conducting, The Concordia Choir, Vocal Music Education, Church Music

David Hamilton | Voice, Diction, Repertoire, Music May Seminars, Opera Workshop, Italian

Gregory Hamilton | Cello, Double Bass

Douglas Harbin | Music Theory, Composition

Jay Hershberger | Piano

Rachel Horan | Piano, Aural Skills

Holly Janz | Voice, Diction

Grigor Khachatryan | Piano

Kira Haler Knutson | Chapel Choir, Kantorei, and Cantabile

Anthony Leathem | Voice

Shirley Leiphon | Voice

Andrew Steinberg | Organ

Verlene “ Beanie” Stotts | Symphonic Band

Stephen Sulich | Accompanying, Coaching, Opera Workshop

Jessica Westgard Larson | Handbell Choirs

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF

Kristen Hatfield | Music Enrollment Coordinator

Karly Nelson | Administrative Assistant for the Music Department

Wyatt Steinke | Associate Administrator and Manager for Choral Ensembles

Matt Winarski | Associate Administrator and Manager for Instrumental Ensembles

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