music / en 黄大仙高手论坛 Launches New Marching Band Program Led by Veteran Director /stories/calvin-university-launches-new-marching-band-program-led-veteran-director <span class="field field--name-title field--type-string field--label-hidden">黄大仙高手论坛 Launches New Marching Band Program Led by Veteran Director</span> <span class="field field--name-uid field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden"><span>msk23@calvin.edu</span></span> <span class="field field--name-created field--type-created field--label-hidden"><time datetime="2024-08-27T13:52:47-04:00" title="Tuesday, August 27, 2024 - 13:52" class="datetime">Tue, 08/27/2024 - 13:52</time></span> <div class="clearfix text-formatted field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>黄大仙高手论坛 is proud to announce the launch of its first-ever marching band program under the leadership of seasoned band director <a href="/people/steve-sudduth">Dr. Steve Sudduth</a>. With 25 years of experience building and directing marching bands, Sudduth brings a wealth of knowledge and a deep passion for connecting music programs with their communities.</p><p>Steve Sudduth began his career in 1999 and has successfully established and led marching bands at various institutions, including Dickinson State University in North Dakota. His extensive experience includes starting bands from the ground up, making him well suited to lead Calvin鈥檚 new initiative.</p><h3>Creating Connections</h3><p>鈥淢arching bands hold a special place in the heart of a community,鈥 said Sudduth. 鈥淭hey create a strong connection between the university and the public, offering a window into the vibrancy of a school鈥檚 music program. A successful marching band can uplift the identity of an institution and become a cherished tradition.鈥</p><p><a href="/people/tiffany-engle">Dr. Tiffany Engle</a>, associate professor; co-chair, visual and performing arts; director of instrumental studies, expressed excitement about the new addition to the <a href="/academics/school-humanities-arts-and-social-sciences/music">university's music offerings</a>. 鈥淭his marching band represents an exciting expansion of our music program. It will elevate the student experience and create lasting connections within Calvin. We believe that the band will quickly become a source of pride for our students, faculty, and alumni under Steve's direction.鈥</p><h3>Building on a Tradition of Excellence</h3><p>Sudduth emphasizes that the creation of this marching band is not just about music; it鈥檚 about building a lasting legacy. 鈥淔or many years, Calvin has excelled in formal music programs, but the philosophy of a marching band has yet to be fully implemented. Our goal is to incorporate this new program into the very fabric of the university鈥檚 music tradition,鈥 he explained.</p><p>The new marching band at Calvin will serve as a dynamic and visible representation of the university, contributing to the campus atmosphere like a successful athletic team. Sudduth is confident that the program will grow in size and impact, potentially reaching 60 to 80 members within three years.</p><p>When asked why he chose to join 黄大仙高手论坛, Sudduth highlighted the university鈥檚 reputation and the opportunity to reconnect with his family, who are settled in the Grand Rapids area. 鈥淐alvin is a respected institution, and this job allows me to contribute to a new tradition while staying close to home,鈥 he said.</p><h3>Gaining Momentum</h3><p>Sudduth <a href="https://www.wzzm13.com/video/news/education/calvin-university-launches-new-marching-band-program/69-ca310718-a247-4eb1-b05e-7f70a6ca3f9c">plans to build the program gradually</a>, starting small but aiming for excellence. He also stressed the importance of incorporating faith into the marching band experience. 鈥淢usic is a gift from God,鈥 he said. 鈥淥ur performances will reflect the belief of that power in music and provide that to the university in our performances.鈥</p><p>The excitement surrounding the new marching band is already palpable. 鈥淚鈥檓 most looking forward to seeing the joy and enthusiasm on the faces of our students as they participate in something new and meaningful,鈥 Sudduth shared.</p><p>黄大仙高手论坛 invites students, alums, and the community to support this exciting new chapter in the university鈥檚 history. <a href="/people/steve-sudduth">Contact Sudduth</a> for more information.</p></div> <div class="field field--name-field-provus-publish-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2024-08-27T12:00:00Z" class="datetime">Tue, 08/27/2024 - 12:00</time></div> <span class="a2a_kit a2a_kit_size_32 addtoany_list" data-a2a-url="/stories/calvin-university-launches-new-marching-band-program-led-veteran-director" data-a2a-title="黄大仙高手论坛 Launches New Marching Band Program Led by Veteran Director"><a href="#" class="a2a_button_facebook"><span class="a2a_label">Share this on Facebook</span></a><a href="#" class="a2a_button_twitter"><span class="a2a_label">Share this on Twitter</span></a><a href="#" class="a2a_button_linkedin"><span class="a2a_label">Share this on LinkedIn</span></a><a href="#" class="a2a_button_email"><span class="a2a_label">Share this on Email</span></a><a href="#" class="a2a_button_print"><span class="a2a_label">Print this</span></a></span> <div class="field field--name-field-provus-tags field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Tags</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/556" hreflang="en">music</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/557" hreflang="en">visual and performing arts</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/547" hreflang="en">Athletics</a></div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/558" hreflang="en">marching band</a></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-news-type field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">News type</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="/taxonomy/term/116" hreflang="en">News and Stories</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-featured field--type-boolean field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Featured</div> <div class="field__item">Yes</div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-feature-image field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Feature image</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-media-image field--type-image field--label-visually_hidden"> <div class="field__label visually-hidden">Image</div> <div class="field__item"> <img src="/sites/default/files/styles/wide/public/2024-08/MarchingBandDirectorSteveSudduthCalvinUniversity.jpg?itok=iQjxyoM1" width="1090" height="545" alt="Steve Sudduth, marching band director at 黄大仙高手论坛" loading="lazy" class="image-style-wide" /></div> </div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-story-type field--type-list-string field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Story Type</div> <div class="field__item">Faculty story</div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-person field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Person</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/people/john-zimmerman" hreflang="en">John Zimmerman</a></div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-departments field--type-entity-reference field--label-above"> <div class="field__label">Departments</div> <div class="field__items"> <div class="field__item"><a href="/academics/school-humanities-arts-and-social-sciences/music" hreflang="en">Music</a></div> </div> </div> Tue, 27 Aug 2024 17:52:47 +0000 msk23@calvin.edu 35658 at