Indiana University Department of Bands

TONIGHT in Auer Hall ! Come experience Erik Santos's "The Seer" featuring Dr. Alonza Lawrence. This is a program you won't want to miss. See you there!

TONIGHT!! Come hear the wonderful music of the All Campus Band & Brass Band in the MAC !!

TOMORROW‼ Catch the Symphonic Band in their final performance of the semester, featuring violin soloist, Kyung Sun Lee.

Auer Hall or livestream via LIVE@jacobs!

See you there!

Help us in welcoming Anthony McDonnell‼

"I am looking forward to meeting new people and being a part of the incredible Jacobs School of Music and Department of Bands!" -Anthony McDonnell

BIO: Anthony McDonnell is the Director of Bands at Berwick Area High School, where he leads jazz, percussion, marching, and two concert ensembles. He also serves on the faculty at Commonwealth University - Bloomsburg as Professor of Clarinet. An active performer, McDonnell is Second Clarinetist with the Williamsport Symphony Orchestra and a Rice Clarinet Works Performing Artist.

He holds an MM in Clarinet Performance and Wind Band Conducting from the University of Delaware and a BSEd in Music Education from Indiana University of Pennsylvania. His primary clarinet teachers include Dr. Christopher Nichols and Dr. Rosemary Engelstad. His conducting teachers include Dr. Lauren Reynolds, Dr. Jason Worzbyt, and Dr. Timothy Paul.

Help us in welcoming Christi Blahnik‼

"I am so excited to join the IU Band Department and collaborate with the incredible students and faculty at the Jacobs School of Music. It is a true honor to be part of a program with such a vibrant musical culture, a deep commitment to exceptional musicianship, and storied traditions. I look forward to beginning my time at IU this fall!" - Christi

BIO: Christi Blahnik currently serves as the Director of Bands at Siena Heights University in Adrian, MI. She recently obtained her Master's Degree in Wind Band Conducting from the University of Michigan, where she continues to serve as conductor of the University of Michigan Alumni Concert Band. Before pursuing her graduate studies, she served as the Director of Bands at The Performing Arts Signature Academy at Damonte Ranch High School in Reno, NV. Prior to this appointment, Ms. Blahnik served as the Director of Bands and Choirs at Douglas High School in Minden, NV.

During her eight years of teaching, Ms. Blahnik contributed to the teaching community through her service as the Northern Zone Audition Coordinator, WCSD Honor Band Chair, WCSD Band Benchmark Curriculum Committee Co-Chair, NMEA All-State Band Chair, and Vice-President of the Nevada Music Educators Association, the latter of whom awarded her the 2018 NMEA New Music Educator of the Year Award. Active as a presenter, Ms. Blahnik presented on a panel titled, "Empowering the Next Generation of Female Band Directors" at the 2023 Midwest Clinic and 2025 TMEA Conference. She is also active as an adjudicator, clinician, and performer. Ms. Blahnik holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Music Education and a Bachelor of Music Degree in Clarinet Performance from Duquesne University.

TONIGHT‼️ in Auer Hall! Come experience Alexandra Gardner’s new work “Time Unfolding” featuring saxophone soloist Sarah Hetrick!

We’re thrilled to introduce our outstanding directors for this year’s IUSMC Summer program — a team of exceptional performers, educators, and mentors dedicated to inspiring the next generation of musicians.

Join us this summer for an unforgettable artistic experience.

✨ Featuring:
Dr. Lissa May - Jazz Band
Dr. Frank Diaz - Orchestra
Dr. Jason Nam - Crimson Band
Professor Stephen W. Pratt - Cream Band

📍 Jacobs School of Music

📅 June 14-20, 2026

🔗 https://jacobsacademy.indiana.edu/descriptions/summer-music-clinic

Final call‼ Financial Aid registration for IUSMC closes TODAY! Don’t miss your chance to make this summer unforgettable—apply now.

https://jacobsacademy.indiana.edu/descriptions/summer-music-clinic.html

Congratulations to our doctoral candidate, Nick Hinman, on his presentation at CBDNA! 👏

“Sound-to-Sight: Creating Immersive Multimedia Experiences for Live Wind Ensemble Performances” explores innovative ways to bring music beyond sound and into a fully immersive artistic experience.

We’re proud to see his research and work shared in our community!

This is no April Fool’s joke—📣 IUSMC deadlines are quickly approaching! Don’t miss your chance to be part of an incredible summer of music!

Apply today: https://jacobsacademy.indiana.edu/descriptions/summer-music-clinic.html