All Northeastern State University ensembles are open to both music majors and non-majors. Any NSU student is eligible to audition for any of the following ensembles:
Bands
Dr. Norman Wika, Director of Bands
- Wind Ensemble
- Concert Band
- Riverhawk Marching Band
- Basketball Band
- Winter Guard
Visit the NSU Bands website.
Jazz Ensembles
Dr. Tommy Poole, Director of Jazz Studies
- Jazz Ensemble I
- Jazz Ensemble II
- Jazz Combos (several each semester)
- Vocal Jazz Groups
Visit the NSU Jazz Studies website.
Vocal/Choral Groups
Vaughn Roste, Director of Choral Activities
Dr. Shannon Unger, Director of Opera Workshop
- University Singers
- University Chorus
- Opera Workshop
Chamber Music
Dr. Anne Watson, Chamber Music Coordinator
One of the most important components of an education in music is experience in chamber ensembles. NSU's chamber music program includes:
- Clarinet choir
- Brass quintet
- Trumpet ensemble
- Woodwind ensembles
- Numerous duos, trios, and quartets
For more information, contact Dr. Watson.
Faculty Ensembles
The NSU Faculty Brass Quintet
Dr. Jason Dovel, trumpet
Dr. Robert Bailey, trumpet
Marsha Thompson, horn
Dr. Norman Wika, trombone
Kevin Miller, tuba
The Northeastern State University Faculty Brass Quintet was established in 2010 by active and emeritus faculty at NSU. The ensemble presents several performances each semester, on both the Tahlequah and Broken Arrow campuses. During the 2011-12 school year, the group performed recitals at the Tulsa Performing Arts Center, Owasso High School, St. Joseph's Catholic School, Northeastern State University, and at the Oklahoma Music Educators Conference.