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Join the Appalachian Symphony Orchestra for a family-friendly musical journey through space! This interactive concert for all ages will include popular themes such as Star Wars and colorful selections from […]

The Appalachian Concert Band showcases the skill of student instrumentalists across Appalachian State University, led by graduate conductors in performing compelling band repertoire.   Admission is FREE and open to […]

The Appalachian Symphony Band, directed by Dr. Jason Gardner, performs an array of symphony band repertoire related to the concert’s theme, typically drawn from the early 20th century through the […]

Jazz Ensemble I (directed by Prof. Todd Wright) and Jazz Ensemble II (directed by Dr. Adam Booker) invite the public to this Spring concert showcasing student jazz performances! Admission is […]

The Steely Pan Steel Band, directed by Dr. Diana Loomer, performs music inspired by the steel pan tradition of Trinidad and Tobago, including student and alumni arrangements of popular tunes. […]

Conducted by Dr. John Stanley Ross, the Appalachian Wind Ensemble performs wind literature of the highest caliber, from classic repertoire to world premieres by living composers. The ensemble represents many […]

This spring finale concert features performances by the Appalachian Symphony Band (directed by Dr. Jason Gardner) and the Appalachian Symphony Orchestra (directed by Dr. Alexandra Dee), auditioned ensembles of students […]

  Admission is FREE and open to the public. No ticket is required.   Visit https://music.appstate.edu/performances for a live-stream and a calendar of upcoming Hayes School of Music events.     For […]