University of Pikeville

147 Sycamore Street
Pikeville, Kentucky 41501
(606) 218-5251
wewantyou@upike.edu

marching band performs at half time
concert band ensemble performs on campus
marching band performs at half time
rock band ensemble perform on campus
marching band student Amy Smallwood performs at halftime

Ensembles

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Concert Band

This course is for students who wish to perform in the University of Pikeville Wind Band. Literature is selected based on the instrumentation, make-up of the group, and performance opportunities. Rehearsals and performances include preparation of both full and small ensemble literature. At least one formal public concert is given toward the end of the semester.

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Marching Band

Marching Band is a performance-based class which focuses on the playing of instrumental music in conjunction with choreography. The ensemble will perform at home football games, community events, and concerts. The ensemble includes wind players and percussionists along with color guard. All students are required to attend band camp before the fall semester.

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Jazz Band

This course is for members who wish to perform in the University of Pikeville Jazz Band. This ensemble is in the setting of a big band and will perform at UPIKE special events and other performances throughout the year. Instrumentation includes: saxophones, trumpets, trombones, guitar, bass, piano, drumset, and other instruments as needed. This ensemble only meets during the spring semester. Auditions are held during fall semester. Music is selected based on the instrumentation, make-up of the group, and performance opportunities.

Two students perform on stage against a black curtain backdrop. One student in a maroon hoodie plays an electric guitar, while the other, wearing a dark blue Van Halen t-shirt, plays a red drum set. Both musicians are focused on their instruments during the live performance.

Rock Band

This course is for students interested in performing in the University of Pikeville Rock Band. The ensemble focuses on contemporary and classic rock styles and regularly performs at UPIKE events, community functions and other public performances throughout the academic year. Instrumentation typically includes electric guitar, bass, drums, keyboards and vocals, with flexibility to include additional instruments based on the group’s makeup. Repertoire is chosen to highlight the strengths of the ensemble and align with upcoming performance opportunities.

We also offer smaller ensembles such as Woodwind, Brass, and Percussion Ensembles.  Private instrumental lessons are offered on most instruments. For more information about joining one of our groups or information about scholarships, please contact – Slade Denman, MME.,  (740) 607-4300, SladeDenman@upike.edu

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