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Symphonic Wind Ensemble tour to Mexico

Students reflect on music tour to Mexico

Central musicians describe their life-changing tour to Merida, Playa del Carmen and Cancun.

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Students reflect on lessons from world-renowned conductor

Frank L. Battisti, a world-renowned music educator, recently visited Central College. Now, students share what inspired them during Battisti’s residency.

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James Skretta ’09 studied music education at Central and now plans to teach saxophone, music history and theory at the college level.

Q&A with Young Artist winner James Skretta

Saxophonist James Skretta ’09 shares about competition, self-criticism and the importance of music in this interview about his journey to musical success.

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Music for Life

Jean De Smidt ’70 has traveled the country playing and writing music since graduating from Central.

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Finding their Rhythm

The Central College Dance Team took home awards from the NCA & NDA Collegiate Cheer and Dance Championship in Daytona Beach.

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The Heart of Texas

Central’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble shared special memories in the heart of Texas during winter break—they learned to appreciate not only each other, but the Central College family.

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Musically Warm in Mexico

The Central Vocal/Instrumental Jazz and Pop Combo flew off to Mexico in search of warmer weather, cultural experiences and the opportunity to impact a community.

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And All That Jazz

Central’s Vocal and Instrumental Jazz and Pop Combo musical ensemble were able to learn from the best—a two-time Grammy winner.

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A Shared Love of Music

The Central College A Cappella Choir traveled to Brazil to sing in cathedrals and for an archbishop, tour national parks and monuments and share a gift of shoes for Brazilians in need.

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Extravagant Givers in Graham

The Harry and Bernice Banquet Hall in Graham Conference Center was dedicated to the legacy of a couple who served the community of Pella their whole lives.

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