Benedictine College Music Department

Benedictine College Music Department Welcome to the page for the Benedictine College Department of Music in Atchison, Kansas.

Whether you are planning a career in music or simply enjoy performing we have many activities in which you can participate. We engage over 10% of the Benedictine College student body in our ensembles, some of which have received international attention. Students in all disciplines appreciate the opportunities in ensemble and solo performance. Our music majors have the benefit of participating in a

n accredited program through the National Association of Schools of Music that meets the standards required for the best education possible in music. Students have the opportunity to seek personal musical creativity by composing original art music and performing their works at the annual Discovery Day New Music Concert. Our music faculty represents a professionally active team that sets an example for our students by maintaining high musical performance and academic standards.

CALLING ALL BAND ALUMNI! BC Bands are going to London 🇬🇧 In May 2027 we will travel to London for an amazing week of per...
05/09/2026

CALLING ALL BAND ALUMNI! BC Bands are going to London 🇬🇧 In May 2027 we will travel to London for an amazing week of performances, culture, and the historic sights of ‘the World’s Capitol’ …. and you are invited!

Sign up on the interest form below for more information, we open up for registration and monthly payments on 1st June! We hope you can join us on this adventure ❤️🖤

https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/x65rxehHDL

‘AMERICAN HERITAGE’ Band Concert Livestream
02/16/2026

‘AMERICAN HERITAGE’ Band Concert Livestream

Gadget-Randall Standridge Air for Band-Frank EricksonAn American Heritage-Ryan NowlinArabesque-Samuel HazoWhispers from Beyond-Rossano GalanteSymphony No. 4-...

The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band have their first concert of the semester, ‘American Heritage’, tonighht at 7pm CST!...
02/15/2026

The Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band have their first concert of the semester, ‘American Heritage’, tonighht at 7pm CST! You can watch live in the O’Malley-McAllister Auditorium and online via our youtube stream, posted here later.

Are you a high school band senior? Interested in a college band scholarship? Come and join us for our Benedictine Bands ...
01/22/2026

Are you a high school band senior? Interested in a college band scholarship? Come and join us for our Benedictine Bands Play Along / Audition day! Play with Benedictine College Wind Ensemble, learn about scholarships, you can even audition!

Scholarships are available for Athletic and Concert Bands. All instruments are considered.

https://apply.benedictine.edu/register/?id=3168328b-8300-49d0-8e16-06b279a251c6

This weekend you can join our Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band (7pm Saturday) and Orchestra (5pm Sunday) in the O’Malley...
11/21/2025

This weekend you can join our Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band (7pm Saturday) and Orchestra (5pm Sunday) in the O’Malley-McAllister Auditorium , for their ‘Macabre Christmas’ and ‘Advent and Overtures’ concerts. Highlights include Guest Conductor Dr. Michael W. Mapp (Director of Bands, New Mexico State University), Dr. Deana Eberhart von Fange (Mezzo Soprano), an orchestra premiere by our own faculty member Dr. Peter Swanson, and music by Holst, Granger, Schubert, and Vaughan Williiams. We hope to see you there!

The Department of Music and Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery invite you to Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in h...
11/20/2025

The Department of Music and Sisters of Mount St. Scholastica Monastery invite you to Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in honor of St. Cecilia, the Patroness of Sacred Music & Musicians. Saturday, November 22, Mount St. Scholastica Monastery, St. Scholastica Chapel 10 a.m. (809 S. 8th St.). Celebrant Fr. Meinrad Miller, OSB. After Mass a Special Blessing for Musicians. Musical leadership by Liturgical Choir & Harmonia Florentes.

11/05/2025

We've welcomed Dr. Peter Meechan to campus as our Composer in Residence for Benedictine Bands. He'll be here all week working with student composers and our Chamber Winds, who give their consortium premiere of his 'James Webb's Pillars (from a Starry Night)’ this Saturday! First rehearsal is done, and we can't wait for the concert!

Reminder for Band Alumni: join Benedictine Bands for our first HOMECOMING TAILGATE TOMORROW! We'd love to see you all, j...
10/24/2025

Reminder for Band Alumni: join Benedictine Bands for our first HOMECOMING TAILGATE TOMORROW! We'd love to see you all, just DM us or email [email protected] to sign up! ❤️🖤

- 25th October, 10am welcome @ JPII

- 10.15 - 10.30, Move to enjoy drinks, snacks, and fellowship at the Benedictine Bands tailgate @ Raven Regiment Practice Field

- 12.30pm, Enjoy the game / play in the stands, stay for the whole game or leave at the half

Address

1020 N 2nd Street
Atchison, KS
66002

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

Telephone

+19133607477

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