Every student at Central Connecticut State University is invited to participate in the Department of Music ensembles. Some require an audition, but others do not (see below). We also offer several classes designed for the students of all majors who wish to gain a basic understanding of specific areas of music (see course listing below).
Performing Ensembles
To receive more information about a specific ensemble, click here or email the instructor listed below.
Chorale or University Singers*: Dr. Gaylon Robinson
Bands:Â Professor James Minnix
Orchestra*, strings, or chamber music*:Â Professor James Minnix
Jazz, Big Band*, or Combos*: Dr. Carl Knox
Chamber Ensembles including: Flute, Clarinet, Brass, Percussion, Guitar, and even iPad Ensemble
Classes for the non-major
Piano Class I, II-MUS 250,251
Search in Music-The Beatles-MUS 100
Music Fundamentals- MUS109
Listening to Classical Music-MUS 110
Music of the Worlds Peoples-MUS 111
Computer Applications to Music-MUS 112
History of Jazz-MUS 113
Intro to Music Technology-MUS 114
Electron-acoustic Music and Sonic Art-MUS 214
Voice Class-MUS 264
Private Lessons
In order to enroll in private lessons, students must meet with the Department of Music Chair, Dr. Charles Menoche, to declare a music minor.