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Dutch Boom Drumline provides new opportunity for students

The new drumline will perform at campus and community events and is led by senior lecturer of music Stan Dahl.

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Ray Martin passes away at age 77

Raymond Martin, professor emeritus of music, taught at Central for 43 years.

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Street Piano Adds Beauty and Music to Campus

Mu Gamma Pi installs decorated “street piano” on campus.

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Professor of music Anne Petrie retires from Central College after 13 years.

Anne Petrie Retires After 31 Years

Anne Petrie’s contributions to her music may only be surpassed by her love of languages.

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Mark Babcock has been named president-elect of the Iowa Choral Directors Association, a state organization with more than 900 members.

Mark Babcock Elected to Lead Iowa Choral Directors

Mark Babcock has been named president-elect of the Iowa Choral Directors Association, a state organization with more than 900 members.

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The A Cappella Choir celebrates one of Central’s favorite traditions with Christmas Candlelight Concerts in Des Moines and Pella.

Christmas Candlelight Concerts Run Dec. 8-10

The A Cappella Choir celebrates one of Central’s favorite traditions with Christmas Candlelight Concerts in Des Moines and Pella.

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Central College hosts Ora Uzel for a residency Sept. 11-13 as part of the college’s Learning for Justice Series.

Central Hosts Pianist, Speaker and Fire Performer Ora Uzel

Central College hosts 2003 graduate Ora Uzel for a residency Sept. 11-13 as part of the college’s Learning for Justice Series.

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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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Frank L. Battisti, world-renowned wind ensemble conductor and music educator, will conduct Central's Symphonic Wind Ensemble March 1.

World-renowned conductor to lead Central College ensemble

Frank L. Battisti, world-renowned wind ensemble conductor and music educator, will be in residence at Central College Feb. 23 – March 1.

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