Ensembles
Music Programs
Choral
DC Chamber Singers
Chamber Singers is a mixed SATB choral ensemble, open to all students at Defiance
College. Repertoire contains music from all stylistic periods, including contemporary
music, and consists of small-form choral music performed a cappella and/ or with chamber
instruments. Frequent performances on and off-campus, including tours, are expected
of this ensemble.
Rehearsals: Tues./Thurs., 11:00 am - 12:35 pm, Schauffler Hall 117.
Defiance College Choral Union
A large choral ensemble open to students, college personnel and the surrounding community.
Repertoire consists of larger oratorios often performed with instrumental accompaniment.
The group performs three times during the academic year including the W. Oscar Jones
Choral Festival, Handel’s Messiah in December, and a spring oratorio.
Rehearsals: Monday evenings, Schauffler Hall 117.
DC Sisters
The DC Sisters formed in the spring of 2013 to preform with the DC Big Band Sound.
They were such a success, the ladies continued to perform with the band and on their
own. The group now performs multiple times a year for holiday parties, fundraisers
and music festivals. The founding members are Mandie Heil, Lindsay Kasmer, and Emily
Wallace.
Rehearsals: Arranged each semester, Schauffler Hall
The 12 DCples
The 12 Dcples was formed in December of 2013 as a group to sing Christmas carols around
the Defiance community. The groups repertoire has expanded each year including the
introduction or pop a cappella music. Group motto: "Spread the good tunes..."
Rehearsals: Arranged each semester, Schauffler Hall
Instrumental
Yellow Jacket Band
Defiance College introduced a marching band in 2013. Band members have the unique
opportunity to influence the “Yellow Jacket Style” of our music and shows each year.
The band performs at home football games, the Defiance City Halloween Parade and other
special appearances. Band members are expected to attend pre-season rehearsals prior
to the start of fall semester.
Rehearsals: Mon, Wed, Fri., 4:00 - 6:00 pm, Schauffler 117.
Defiance College Community Band
The Defiance College Community Band (DCCB) is organized to provide artistic performance
opportunities for the Defiance community and provide a performance outlet for college
and area musicians. The ensemble performs four major concerts per season as well as
appropriate music for special occasions. There are no auditions required; however,
musicians should be moderately proficient on their instrument.
Rehearsals: Tues., 7:00 - 8:30 pm, Schauffler Hall 117.
Big Band Sound
The "Big Band Sound" is an offshoot of the Defiance College Community Band. The jazz
ensemble is in demand all across Northwest Ohio and plays several engagements throughout
the year. This “Big Band” has generated a strong reputation and is a great outlet
for instrumentalists who enjoy Big Band music.
Rehearsals: Arranged each semester.
Defiance College Pep Band
The Defiance College Pep Band meets during the spring semester to support athletic
teams with music and school spirit. All students interested in playing an instrument
with or without experience are encouraged to participate.
Rehearsals: Arranged, Schauffler Hall.
Defiance College Black Swamp Symphony Orchestra
The Black Swamp Strings is open to DC students and members of the community. The ensemble
performs two main concerts a year and often collaborates with other DC ensembles.
The DC String Group consists of only DC students and performs for special events both
on and off campus.
Rehearsals: Thursday, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Schauffler 117.
For repertoire and membership information, check out the website: www.blackswampsymphonyorchestra.weebly.com
DC Chamber Groups
Chamber music is available based on student interest and availability. Common chamber
groups include brass quintets, woodwind choirs, and jazz combos. Performances vary
from on campus events to local businesses and community events. Contact Music Programs staff for joining a group or forming a new one.
Rehearsals: Arranged each semester, Schauffler Hall
Percussion Ensembles
The Percussion Ensembles is open to any Defiance College student with or without any
prior percussion experience. The course outline changes each semester to customize
to the involved students, but focuses on topics in percussion performance and history.
The ensemble performs at the end of the semester on and off campus. The repertoire
for this ensemble varies from classic percussion ensemble to modern, bucket drumming,
world music, and "unusual" percussion instrumentation.
Rehearsals: Arranged each semester, Schauffler Hall
Theatre
DC Players
The DC Players is a student organization that assists in the development and production
of the College’s twice-annual dramatic productions. Shows are produced through the
Music Programs office, and students are encouraged to participate not only on the
stage, but also in technical, assistant directing and orchestral roles.
Rehearsals: Arranged each semester.
