Instrumental Activities

Chamber Music: There are a variety of chamber ensembles open by audition to all members of the University, including string ensemble, woodwind quintet, brass quintet, percussion ensemble, jazz combo and others as personnel allows. Whether your instrument is alto sax or xylophone, or anything in between, the Music and Theatre Departments will try to find an enjoyable music activity for you. Call (478) 445-4226 for more information.

Concert Band: The Georgia College Concert Band is open to all interested instrumental musicians on campus. This group performs a variety of band literature each semester. This is the main instrumental group on campus and its members represent all schools and major areas of the University. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

Jazz Band: The Georgia College Jazz Band is an auditioned group. To audition, all participants must be a performing member of the Concert Band, with the exception of the vocalist, bass guitar and pianist. This group performs a variety of music that includes jazz, swing and blues. The Jazz Band performs at campus concerts each semester, community events and travels on a recruitment tour each Spring. Students may receive academic credit for participation.

Pep Band: The Georgia College Pep Band performs at all home men’s and women’s basketball games and at the annual Peach Belt NCAA II tournament. Membership in this award-winning group is open to members of the Concert Band by audition, which is held in the Fall. Each member receives a stipend for participation.

Anyone interested in the following groups should contact the Departments of Music and Theatre, Georgia College, CBX 066, Milledgeville, GA 31061, or telephone (478) 445-4226.