LMU Concert Band and the Gaudete Brass Quintet will be performing a spring concert at Lincoln Memorial University in Duke Hall on April 17, 2008, at 7:30 p.m.

LMU Percussion Ensemble has been selected to perform at the Tennessee Music Educators Association (TMEA) Conference on April 28

Ensemble Descriptions

The music program at LMU offers several different performing opportunities for interested and qualified students.

Large-scale ensembles include:
  •Concert Band
  •Concert Choir, Pep-Band
  •Tri-State Community Chorus
  •Rock Ensemble
 
These ensembles perform several concerts throughout the year and cover a wide variety of musical styles and genres.  Made up of the finest musicians from both LMU and the surrounding community, participation, with the exception of the Tri-State Community Chorus, is by audition. 

LMU also offers a variety of chamber ensembles.  These include:
  •Jazz Ensemble
  •Jazz Vocal Ensemble
  •Chamber Singers
  •Brass and Woodwind Quintets

These groups offer a more intimate alternative for students seeking to further enhance their musical growth.  Participation is also by audition.

Music Program Description

The study of music at LMU is unique.  Our dedicated faculty provide personalized attention so that you will acquire the best possible academic and professional career preparation.  Students have the option of pursuing a Bachelor of Arts in Music degree or a minor in music.  We offer a variety of highly regarded performing ensembles and provide course offerings including private applied lessons, theory, listening, film music and music history.

LMU offers two programs in music, a B.A. in music performance, and both vocal and instrumental music education (beginning Fall 2008)

Course information

Advisement Forms (doc)

 BA in Music - Instrumental Track
 BA in Music - Vocal Track
 Music Education, Instrumental
 Music Education, Vocal/General Music

Faculty

Douglas Mead is currently Assistant Professor of Music and Chair of the Department of Humanities and Fine Arts at Lincoln Memorial University. Dr. Mead has previously held principal oboe positions with the Miami Symphony, the Miami Bach Society, the Ohio Light Opera Orchestra, and has served as guest principal oboe with the Florida Philharmonic Orchestra. He has served on the faculty at Barry University (FL) and the New World School of the Arts. Dr. Mead conducts the concert band, jazz and percussion ensembles at LMU, as well as serving as an adjudicator and guest clinician throughout East Tennessee. Dr. Mead holds the B.M. from the University of Miami (FL), the M.M. from Yale University and the D.M.A. from the University of Miami.  Former teachers include Robert Mayer, John Dee, Robert Weiner, William Baker, Ronald Roseman and Richard Killmer.

Auditions

Auditions are held at various times during the spring semester.  Times and dates will be posted on the University website.

Scholarship Information

Scholarships are available for qualified students for both Concert Choir and Concert Band.  These are entirely merit based scholarships and will be appropriated based on the audition results.

Admissions inquiries
Office of Admissions 423.869.6467
Email: admissions@lmunet.edu

"At LMU, you learn about different styles and worlds of music and to appreciate all of them.  The faculty is very personable and know you on a first name basis.  Music is a major part of my life, and I am glad to share it with LMU." --Jessica Yeatman, Senior, music major

"What I love most about our music department is the energy and enthusiasm from the students.  Everyone is constantly charged up to make great music, and as an educator, there is no greater thrill."--Douglas Mead, assistant professor of music