College of Arts & Sciences, Fine Arts, MBU News
Due to widespread student interest, Maranatha is offering two new concentrations this fall. While concentrations typically provide specialized study within a declared major, these new offerings are stand-alone programs that can be paired with any degree program. Art...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News
Maranatha Baptist University’s Spring Concert: “From Silence to Splendor” occurred on Friday, April 24. The school provided a concert of classical and sacred music featuring the Chamber Singers, the Madrigal Choir, the Symphonic Band, and the Chamber Strings. Under...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News
Maranatha Baptist University’s Department of Music announces Gabriella Moore as the 2026 Outstanding Senior Musician. Every year, the music faculty choose a graduate who they believe best exhibits the spirit of Maranatha through music. Considerations include the...
MBU News, School of Nursing
Preliminaries A nostalgic digital collage of nursing graduate photographs greeted guests at the 2026 Nurses Pinning Ceremony while Mrs. Heidi Fuller played a delightful piano prelude. Dr. Sarah Urban, Dean of the School of Nursing, opened the service by explaining its...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music
The Music Department recently had the privilege of inviting Mrs. Lorraine (Yant) Alner to speak for their department chapel. Lorraine graduated from MBU in 2021 with a Bachelor of Arts in Piano Pedagogy and Piano Performance. She has used her degree and her talents...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
Maranatha’s Music Department announces the winners of this year’s Instrumental Commencement Contest. The contest allows student musicians to develop their presentation and performance skills. Instrumentalists and vocalists have the opportunity to compete in separate...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
Maranatha’s Music Department announces the winners of this year’s Vocal Commencement Contest. The contest allows student musicians to develop their presentation and performance skills. Pianists and Instrumentalists have the opportunity to compete in separate...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
Maranatha’s Music Department announces the winners of this year’s Instrumental Commencement Contest. The contest allows student musicians to develop their presentation and performance skills. Pianists and vocalists have the opportunity to compete in separate...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
The Maranatha Music Department is proud to have students perform recitals showcasing their musical performance and growth. The months before Spring Break provided a busy concert season. As always, the work was well worth it as each recital came together beautifully! ...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
The International Chamber Artists Brass Quintet performed this year’s Artist Series: Brass Journeys. The group delivered a high-energy, top-notch performance with a wide variety of brass pieces from many all over the world. Performers In 2006, a small group of...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
Maranatha’s 2026 Concerto Competition was held on Tuesday, February 10th. Adjudicated by Mr. Jeremiah Willson, the competition showcased students’ talent and musicianship through powerful and moving performances. Winner Benton Ellis was the...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
Maranatha is honored to host Trio Arabesque II for Music on Mondays this Spring. On March 9, the group will perform two concerts: one short, kid-friendly concert with fun and lively arrangements, and another college student and music-enthusiast-oriented concert. Both...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
This past weekend was a beautiful reminder of the power of God’s gift of music. With more than 200 students involved in 8 different tracks, the festival was more than just a concert. It was a shared experience of preparation, collaboration, and excellence. Students...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
The mission of Maranatha is to develop leaders in the local church and the world to the praise of God’s glory. This mission is shaped every day not only by the university’s programs, but also by the graduates who continue to develop their God-given talents for His...
College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, MBU News
Navigating the publishing market can be challenging, particularly for those unsure about what to expect. Professional guidance can provide valuable insight and help composers avoid common pitfalls. Dr. David Ledgerwood, former chair of Maranatha’s Department of Music,...
