NSU Department of Music

10/20/2026

Our Mosaic Monday series returns on November 9! This collaboration between the Mosaic Spotlight Foundation and NSU Music showcases the talent of both our music department and the Tahlequah community. Join us for a free evening of music from the ‘Quah! 💫

10/19/2026

Enjoy this article from The Northeastern, NSU’s student newspaper, about our new Director of Bands, Dr. Malcolm Burke. We’ve been so thrilled to welcome him to our department this semester!

10/18/2026

Dress up and enjoy a truly enchanted evening with NSU Opera as they celebrate the golden age of musical theatre at this year’s Opera Gala! The event includes dancing and refreshments, as well as performances by the NSU CommUniversity Band and On Stage Dance Studio. Visit nsumusic.ludus.com to purchase tickets 🥂

10/14/2026

It’s time for pep band auditions! To learn more about joining the Roarin’ RiverHawks, email our Director of Bands, Dr. Malcolm Burke. We’ll see you courtside! 🏀🦅

10/13/2026

High school juniors and seniors, join us next month for Music Major for a Day! Attend classes with our music majors, see campus, and participate in rehearsals for some of our ensembles. This event is free, but please register in advance! Visit nsumusic.com for more information and registration.

10/10/2026

Join NSU’s top-notch brass faculty for a clinic on fundamentals, audition strategies, and of course, the Oklahoma all-state etudes. This event is FREE, but advance registration is required. Questions? Contact Landon Geitzenauer, Artist-Instructor of Horn: [email protected]

10/09/2026

We are saddened to hear of the passing of one of our strongest supporters, Martha Blair. Martha completed her Music Education degree at Northeastern State University, which was the beginning of a lifelong devotion to teaching and performing music. She was a gifted teacher who loved singing and playing piano, touching the lives of generations of music students. The Department of Music has benefited from her generosity through an endowed scholarship created by Martha and her husband. Thank you, Martha. We are eternally grateful for your service to our field, our students, and the Northeast Oklahoma musical community. Read more about Martha’s remarkable life here:

View Martha Blair's obituary, contribute to their memorial, see their funeral service details, and more.

10/05/2026

What’s going on this semester? We’re glad you asked! Mark your calendar with dates from our incredible semester lineup, including guest artist Wayne Bergeron and our annual holiday concert, Northeastern Noël. Remember to follow our socials and visit our website for the latest on upcoming events.

10/02/2026

October means spooky season, which means our annual Halloween recital is approaching! Grab your favorite costume and make plans to attend an evening of hauntingly good music, performed by NSU Music students and faculty 👻 Something wickedly harmonious this way comes!