The Music program at Central Community College is open to students of all majors who want to continue their musical journey. You can participate in band, choir, private lessons, and a variety of music classes while developing your skills.
Faculty work closely with you to support your goals, whether that means transferring to a four-year program or simply enjoying music as part of your college experience. Scholarships are available and auditions are designed to help you succeed.
Columbus Campus
The CCC Concert Band brings the campus and community together in a combined musical experience. Rehearsals are held on Tuesday evenings. The ensemble consists of CCC students and local community members, including high school students. There are two on-campus performances each semester. Previous band experience is required. Those interested in joining should email [email protected]
Hilltop Percussion is a CCC student ensemble that meets twice a week during the day. The ensemble consists of students from many musical backgrounds, some who already play percussion, and some who simply have an interest in playing. Students learn how to read music and often co-create what they play. Previous music experience is required. Those interested in joining should email [email protected]
College Chorus is a large mixed choir. Rehearsing twice each week, the Chorus performs a wide variety of repertoire from all styles of music. Two performances are scheduled each semester. The Chorus is open to all students, and no formal audition is required.
Spectrum is a small select ensemble that focuses on music from all stylistic periods not generally suited for the larger choral ensemble. The group rehearses three times a week. Spectrum has performed twice at Carnegie Hall and will perform in Syros, Greece, in July 2015. Auditions are required.
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“The music program at CCC helped me advance quicker than my peers at my four-year institution. With the help of my professors at CCC, I was able to adjust quickly to the more challenging music classes available at my four-year institution. The music program at CCC also provides a more one-on-one situation that really helped me hone my skills as a musician.”
Andrew Paez, ’23
Scholarships are available to all students regardless of major. The audition process is simple and can be done in person or via video. We know just the thought of auditions can be stressful, so our approach is centered around getting to know the student and setting them up for success. We are here to help and want students continue their passion for music in college.
Jeffrey Kitson received B.M. and M.M. degrees in music theory and composition from Michigan State University with a secondary emphasis in choral conducting. While attending MSU, Mr. Kitson sang in the University Chorale, State Singers and Chamber Choir. While on an opera scholarship, he performed numerous roles with MSU Opera Theatre including the Judge in Trial by Jury, and Snoopy in You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown. Before coming to Nebraska, he taught at the Flint Institute of Music in his hometown of Flint, Mich. In 2008-09, he was named the Columbus Campus Faculty Member of the Year.
Dr. Vazquez is a composer, trumpeter and band director. She earned her DMA in music composition at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln and has additional degrees in music education and trumpet performance. Her career has included K12 music education, audio engineering, worship music and arts management.
We encourage students to visit campus to experience our college community for themselves because you can only learn so much through a website. We’re confident that by visiting our campus, you will fall in love with all we have to offer.
Jeff Kitson
Vocal Music Instructor
402-562-1270
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Dr. Vazquez
Instrumental Music Instructor
402-562-1429
Email Dr. Vazquez
Whitney Hank
Fine Arts Coordinator
402-562-1476
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Dr. Oscar Vazquez Medrano
Adjunct Music Instructor and Accompanist
Email Dr. Oscar Vazquez
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