In July 2016, Jerry Hoover, music professor and director of bands, will retire after more than 30 years at Missouri State. Saying farewell to a band era Hoover joined the university in 1985 and started the Pride Band program. In March, Hoover told "The Standard," MSU's student-run newspaper, that he estimates he's taught more than 4,000 students in that time. Hoover … [Read more...] about Longtime band director to pass baton this summer
This year’s Bands Alive! summer camp has something for grades 6-12 and their band directors as Missouri State’s Pride Band program prepares for the early July event. Bands Alive! provides opportunities for students to develop skills as musicians and leaders under the direction of music educators throughout the Midwest. Registration is still open for the July 6-9 event. … [Read more...] about Bands Alive! 2015 still accepting students for summer camp