REVISED ENSEMBLE REQUIREMENTS FOR MUSIC MAJORS
ALL MUSIC MAJORS MUST READ AND FOLLOW THESE GUIDELINES

All music majors must enroll and/or participate in a minimum of one primary and one secondary ensemble each semester (with the exception of when Student Teaching).  If all ensemble enrollment requirements have been completed, the student must continue satisfactory participation in both primary and secondary ensembles until graduation.

Ensembles are determined by the student’s declared performance area. The following is a guide regarding Secondary Ensembles:
 

Addendum:  The Music Faculty has determined that Jazz Ensemble may be used as a Secondary Ensemble.

Any student on scholarship may be asked to perform in additional ensembles, as specified by the scholarship award letter.

Auditions are required for the ensembles listed below. Please check the bulletin boards in the Music Building during registration or see the conductor for audition information. For many ensembles, students may register on registration day but delay an audition for several days if necessary. In all ensembles, members enroll for 1.0 credit hour. Grades for ensemble participation are averaged into the overall Grade Point Average (GPA). Tuxedos for men or black formal wear for women is used by all university ensembles. See the ensemble director for more specific information.

CHOIR
The CSU-Pueblo Concert Choir is open to all students and members of the university community. Rehearsals begin approximately the second full week of school in the Fall and Spring semesters. Striving for excellence in repertoire and performance, the Choir represents the University frequently as a performing ensemble.

JAZZ/CHAMBER CHOIR
The Vocal Ensemble is selected by voice auditions from music majors and members of the student body. This ensemble is a performance-oriented group with special emphasis on extended literature including secular and sacred repertoire. Extra rehearsals are scheduled as needed for preparation.

WIND ENSEMBLE
The Wind Ensemble is open to all students. Rehearsals begin the first week of school in the Fall and Spring semesters. This group presents performances of standard as well as contemporary music for the modem wind band, including marches, selections from musicals, overtures, symphonies, and original works. The ensemble also serves as a vehicle for acquainting students with literature for public school bands and as a training platform for instrumental conductors.

JAZZ ENSEMBLE
Open to all students by audition. The Jazz Ensemble performs several concerts each year on and off campus. This group may also travel to various locations for performances and participation in Festivals.

JAZZ COMBO
Open to all students by audition. The Jazz Ensemble performs several concerts each year on and off campus. This group may also travel to various locations for performances and participation in Festivals.

WOODWIND ENSEMBLE
Open to qualified woodwind players by audition. Woodwind ensembles of varying sizes are organized each semester. Performances are given on and off campus as opportunities arise.

BRASS CHOIR
Open to qualified brass players by audition. Brass ensembles of varying sizes are organized each semester. Performances are given on and off campus as opportunities arise.

PERCUSSION ENSEMBLE
Open to all qualified students by audition. The Percussion Ensemble performs a variety of music ranging from ragtime to avant-garde. The ensemble gives several performances each semester on and off campus.

CLASSICAL GUITAR ENSEMBLE
Open to qualified guitar players by audition. Ensembles of varying instrumentation are organized each semester, with a variety of styles studied for performance. Performances are given on and off campus as opportunities arise.

JAZZ GUITAR ENSEMBLE
Open to qualified guitar players by audition. Ensembles of varying instrumentation are organized each semester, with a variety of styles studied for performance. Performances are given on and off campus as opportunities arise.

PIANO ENSEMBLE
Open to qualified piano players by audition. Piano ensembles of varying sizes are organized each semester. Performances are given on and off campus as opportunities arise.

ALL OTHER ENSEMBLES
When sufficient interest is expressed and sufficient students register for credit, the Music Department regularly offers other small music ensembles. Please express your interest to the appropriate faculty member as early in the semester as possible, and preferably a semester in advance, if possible.