by Alyssa McLeod | Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music
The Maranatha Baptist University (MBU) Symphonic Band and Chamber Strings performed the 21st Classical Kids Concert last week at Calvary Baptist Church in Watertown, WI. With over 900 kids, parents, and chaperones, MBU set a new attendance record for the Classical...
by Alyssa McLeod | College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, Music, Prospective Students
Change can be challenging. Musicians often experience difficulties when transitioning to a new private lesson teacher. Several factors may contribute to this struggle, such as adapting to new skills introduced by the teacher or feeling an immediate disconnect with...
by Alyssa McLeod | College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music
This year’s Concerto Competition was held on Tuesday, February 11th. Adjudicated by Dr. Richard Hynson, the competition featured five contestants performing voice, piano, woodwind, and string concertos. Winner Zane Richard won first place, accompanied by Jodi Herbert,...
by Alyssa McLeod | Department of Music, Fine Arts, MBU News, Music, Prospective Students
Over 200 high schoolers visited Maranatha’s campus earlier this month for our 2025 Great Lakes Music Festival (GLMF): “Heaven and Nature Sing.” Students attending GLMF participate in a musical track of their choosing: band, string orchestra, men’s chorus, ladies’...
by Alyssa McLeod | College of Arts & Sciences, College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Music, Student Interests
One of the unique opportunities for Maranatha students is the chance to travel with a music group on tour. For many students, this trip is a highlight of their college experience. However, the Maranatha touring experience extends past good memories. In addition to the...
by Alyssa McLeod | College of Arts and Sciences>Department of Music, Department of Music, Fine Arts, Music
This semester, tenor Dr. John Bragle starred as the featured artist in Maranatha’s Music on Mondays concert series. Accompanied by pianist Dr. Ya-Ju Chuang, Bragle presented two concerts: one at 6 PM for families with young children and another at 7 PM for the...
