Instagram story viewer> @ekubands> Posts

EKU Bands

@ekubands

3.2K

followers

1168

following

The official Instagram account of Eastern Kentucky University Bands

POSTS STORIES REELS TAGGED

Download All

Join the EKU Wind Ensemble and Concert Band Tuesday for their first concert of the 26-27 academic year!

“American Shades of Old, New, Borrowed, Blue…and a March!”

Featuring works by Carter, Piunno, Copley, Sousa, Schuman, Williams, Whitacre, and Ticheli.

See you at the @ekucenter!

#ekubands taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

312

2

2 days ago

Join us at the @ekucenter for our first concert of the 2026-27 concert series!

#ekubands #ekuwe #ekucb taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

97

1

13 days ago

Pre-register via the link in our Instagram bio.

Become part of one of the university’s longest-standing traditions. Membership in EKU Bands is open to all EKU students, regardless of major.

Questions? Email Dr. Rebekah Daniel (rebekah.daniel@eku.edu) taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

36

0

2 months ago

Become part of one of the university’s longest-standing traditions. Membership is open to all students, regardless of major. It’s not too late; we’d love to have you join us this year!

Learn how to join at the link in our Instagram bio.

#ekubands #EKU #collegeband #MusicAtEKU taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

51

0

2 months ago

Mark your calendars and join us in 2027!
#ekubands #oneeastern #honorbands taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

72

0

4 months ago

Smooth like “Shea Butter Suite” by @katahjcopley featuring the marvelous @taylorpoe_music from Dr. Kris Kean’s studio, and the enjoyable Nathan Ross from Dr. Keith Talley’s studio. Performed by the EKUWE Chamber Players.

Wishing all our followers a lovely weekend!

#ekuwe #ekubands #oneeastern taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

117

2

4 months ago

Welcome to the Bluegrass State, Mark!

#ekubands #oneeastern taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

52

0

4 months ago

Welcome to Richmond, Robert!

#ekubands #oneeastern taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

71

0

4 months ago

Check out this clip of Movement 1 from Kim Archer’s Symphony No. 3. This band symphony was written for composer, David Maslanka, a steady friend and mentor to Archer.

The EKU Wind Ensemble will be back in concert this fall! The ensemble is the premier performing group of wind and percussion students at @easternkentuckyu. Membership is auditioned, and all students, regardless of major, are eligible to audition each semester.

One Eastern!

#ekubands #ekuwe #colonels taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

141

3

4 months ago

We’re still in the spirit of graduation here on the Campus Beautiful! EKU Bands features a talented lineup of 2026 graduates, and we are excited to spotlight some of our graduating Wind Ensemble and Concert Band members.

Meet Dominic Acciardo, EKUWE Clarinetist! Dominic is graduating with a dual degree in Criminal Justice and Police Studies along with minors in Music and History. He is excited to attend law school with the goal of practicing criminal law!

-What makes EKU special?

“The community is so strong. The faculty, staff, and fellow students are so welcoming and supportive. It takes a village to get to graduation, and you have that at EKU.”

-What is your favorite memory from your time at EKU?

“Putting together and performing my senior recital.”

-Any advice to the next generation of student musicians at EKU?

“Chase every opportunity. When you get to campus, you’ll realize how many opportunities are truly available to you. Your college experience will be as great as you make it, so pursue everything you are interested in. And most importantly, remember to enjoy it!“

One Eastern! taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

78

2

5 months ago

We’re still in the spirit of graduation here on the Campus Beautiful! EKU Bands features a talented lineup of 2026 graduates, and we are excited to spotlight some of our graduating Wind Ensemble and Concert Band members.

Meet Anthony Gonzalez, EKUWE Percussionist! Anthony is graduating with the Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree and is excited to begin his career as a music educator!

-What makes EKU special?

“Returning to a university setting as a non-traditional student was terrifying! The faculty and my fellow students made me feel as if I had finally found my home; the people at this institution are truly special. The School of Music has a strong sense of community that is welcoming to all.“

-What is your favorite memory from your time at EKU?

“In 2025, after years of hearing Dr. Koontz refer to it as “a slice of heaven,” I was able to attend the Laborie Steel Pan Workshop in Saint Lucia. Dr. Koontz was right, it is a slice of heaven. He and Andy Narell perfectly balanced expanding our education of steel pan while also showing us the beauty and history of where it was created - The Caribbean. The classmates I traveled with and I hope to return someday.”

-Any advice to the next generation of student musicians at EKU?

“Its doesnt last forever, so soak it in. Learn to love going to class and practicing as often as you can. Seek out opportunities, they won’t all come to you. “Chase the goosebumps.”

One Eastern! taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

105

14

5 months ago

It’s graduation weekend on the Campus Beautiful! EKU Bands features a talented lineup of 2026 graduates, and we are excited to spotlight some of our graduating Wind Ensemble and Concert Band members.

Meet Allen Crump, EKUWE Trombonist! Allen is graduating with the Bachelor of Music in Music Education degree and is excited to begin his career as a middle school or high school band director!

-What makes EKU special?

“The connections that you will get to make with your peers and professors.”

-What is your favorite memory from your time at EKU?

“Getting to conduct the EKU Concert Band in my final semester before student teaching.”

-Any advice to the next generation of student musicians at EKU?

“Say yes to as many opportunities as you can, have fun, and remember that it’s all about the people you get to make music with.”

One Eastern! taken in Eastern Kentucky University by @ekubands

134

3

5 months ago