Performing Arts

Performing Arts at NDSCS includes choir, band and theater!

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Music Transfer
Music Transfer

The Music transfer plan provides general education courses in a core curriculum for students planning a music major at a college or university.

  • Type: A.A. degree
  • Locations: Wahpeton
  • Cluster: Liberal Arts Transfer, Education and Training

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If you’re interested in the arts while attending NDSCS, the Performing Arts Department offers instrumental, vocal and theater opportunities.

Concert Choir

The NDSCS Concert Choir performs a variety of literature from all eras and is open to all college students.  The choir rehearses twice a week with additional opportunities for smaller ensembles and private voice. The choir presents concerts on campus, tours regionally each December, and tours nationally every other year.

Concert Band

The Concert Band performs a variety of band literature and is open to all college students. The band rehearses twice a week with additional opportunities for smaller ensembles and private lessons.  The band presents concerts on campus, participates at homecoming, and tours nationally every other year.

Wildcat Singers

The NDSCS Wildcat Singers are an auditioned group of concert choir singers that sing popular music.  The Singers perform regionally each month and visit school districts throughout the state.  The group rehearses twice a week, learns dance routines, and is accompanied by a rhythm section.

Wildcat Jazz Band

The NDSCS Wildcat Jazz Band is an auditioned group of concert band students that performs jazz standards and contemporary pieces. The Band performs regionally each month and visits school districts throughout the state.  The group rehearses twice a week and students have opportunities to explore jazz methods and improvisation.

Theater

NDSCS offers two classes in drama and presents a production each semester that is open to the public.  There are many opportunities for students to participate on and off stage in various roles.  Drama students may also attend professional productions as part as their education.

Private Lessons

NDSCS offers private instruction in voice, piano, all band instruments, and bass guitar.  Students will attend weekly lessons and are expected to complete a jury/recital at the end of each semester.

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NDSCS Concert on October 27 Will Offer Fall Musical Experience

Fall Concert flyer, noting the date of the event as October 27th at 2 p.m. in the Bremer Bank Theater at NDSCS Wahpeton
10-23-2024

The North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) Performing Arts Department is thrilled to announce its inaugural concert of the season, set to captivate audiences on Sunday, October 27 at 2 p.m. The event will be held in the Bremer Bank Theatre within the Harry Stern and Ella Stern Cultural Center on the NDSCS campus in Wahpeton. 

The concert will feature the musical talents of the NDSCS Concert Choir, Jazz Band, and Wildcat Singers. Bryan Poyzer, the program coordinator and choral director, promises a wonderful afternoon, stating, "Our programs always feature a wide range of musical styles. This concert will move between traditional and modern pieces." 

Adding to the excitement, Dr. Adam Hollingsworth will lead the Jazz Band, continuing the tradition of including a variety of musical genres. The Jazz Band's set will span swing, rock, country, and jazz standards, offering something for every musical taste. 

The NDSCS Performing Arts students welcome members of the community to join them for this event. The concert is open to the public and free of charge. Attendees are encouraged to make free-will donations to support the department’s ongoing mission of nurturing and showcasing emerging talent in the world of performing arts. 

Don’t miss an afternoon filled with energetic music as the NDSCS Performing Arts students take the stage on October 27. For more information and to stay updated on future events, visit NDSCS.edu/Performing-Arts.

Spring Concert invitation

NDSCS Performing Arts department to present Spring Concert on April 18

04-14-2023
The NDSCS Concert Band and Choir will present their final concert of the season on Tuesday, April 18th at 7:30 p.m. in the Harry Stern and Ella Stern Cultural Center at the North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton. The concert is free and open to the public.

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