These two ensembles are open to all college students regardless of major:
- MAC Singers
A concert choir (SATB) comprised of college students.
- Chamber Singers
An auditioned, small vocal group (12-16 college students) who specialize in madrigals, pop, and close-harmony jazz.
The following ensembles can be taken by MAC students for college credit or for a small fee by high school students and the community through MAFAA:
- Concert Band
A full size concert band comprised of college/high school students and community members.
- Jazz Combo
Small group jazz focusing on soloing and jazz improvisation.
- Jazz Ensemble
Large jazz ensemble (Big Band) setting comprised of college/high school students and community members.
- Guitar Ensemble
A group consisting specifically of guitars (plus other strings) performing as an ensemble.
- Community Singers
A large choir (SATB) comprised of college/high school students and community members.
These two musical groups are free and can be joined by anyone who fits the instrumentation:
- Pep Band
A raucous musical ensemble providing music and entertainment for specific home basketball games.
- Pit Orchestra
The orchestra/band that performs as accompaniment for three major MAFAA musicals each year.
Full-Time Faculty
Dr. Kevin White, Department Coordinator
kwhite@mineralarea.edu
(573) 518-2170
Dr. Sherry Francis, Director of Vocal Music
sfrancis@mineralarea.edu
(573) 518-2230
Adjuct Faculty
Linda Huck
lhuck@mineralarea.edu
Andy Novara
anovara@mineralarea.edu
Josh Politte
jpolitte@mineralarea.edu
Austin Sikes
asikes@mineralarea.edu
Luke Vetter
lvetter@mineralarea.edu
Dual Credit Faculty
Ryan Hassell, West St. Francois County R-IV High School
Claire Naes, Farmington R-7 High School
Shelby Leo, Fredericktown R-1 High School
MAC partners with Mineral Area Fine Arts Academy (MAFAA) to give students of all ages, abilities, and backgrounds access to fine arts instruction. MAFAA offers group classes, private lessons, and large ensembles for a variety of ages and skill levels. Visit MAFineArts.org for more information.
