Wilberforce University is Working to Revive The Music Program on its Campus
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Posted By: Kennedy Williams on September 23, 2021 Wilberforce is in the process of bringing music back to its campus. According to a story by Eileen McClory at Dayton Daily News, the nation's first private HBCU is working on revamping its marching band and choir after an extended hiatus. Veteran music educator James McLeod will lead the musical efforts. McLeod, a multiple HBCU graduate has a reputation for rebuilding music and band programs and will hopefully revive the Wilberforce music ensembles. “The band program is an essential part of HBCU culture,” McLeod said. “The marching unit is a great source of pride and school spirit. It is our belief that in the rebuilding of the music department, the presence of a band would bring not only pride and school spirit, but also assist in reaching our enrollment goals exponentially.” McLeod is set to serve as the new music chair and Virgil Goodwine will serve as the assistant music professor and work to rebuild the marching band. The goal is to have fully functioning ensembles by spring. If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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Kennedy Williams
From Loganville, GA Spelman College class of 2020 Member Since July 2016 |
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