Department of Performance Music
Students and community musicians of all abilities are welcome to join.
Music at Keystone
There are two opportunities to make music at Keystone this summer, and they’re both completely FREE!
Spend a Day with Performance Music at Keystone this summer! Sunday, June 28!
- *FREE, one day experience
- *All ability levels are welcome (must be aged 15+)
- *ALL band instruments, with some vocal opportunities
- *Dinner is included!
- *Fun outdoor concert at the conclusion of the event
SCHEDULE:
3:00- 5:30 – rehearsal / clinic
5:30 – FREE DINNER
7:00 – outdoor concert, with indoor weather plan if necessary
TO REGISTER / MORE DETAILS: https://musicatkeystone.wufoo.com/forms/znfqm9l05toz2x/
The Jazz Ensemble Experience 2026
The Keystone College Department of Performance Music is pleased to again offer our Summer Jazz Ensemble Experience! And, this experience is completely FREE. Adult community, other college musicians of any age or ability are invited to attend. And, we are thrilled to extend an invitation to high school musicians aged 15 + (instrumental or vocal).
This opportunity allows musicians to rehearse and perform alongside the KC Jazz Ensemble, as well as to learn from expert clinicians. Rehearsals:
July 22 – clinic 7 pm
July 26 – clinic 7 pm
July 29 – clinic and evening performance 7 pm
August 2 – Jazz Night at the Eckel Family Pavilion Concert 7 pm
TO REGISTER / MORE DETAILS:
https://musicatkeystone.wufoo.com/forms/zzr5mx1uf3wr6/
Being a part of a musical ensemble creates an incredible sense of belonging where you will become part of a team. It takes every singer and every musician to create that big sound that emerges from the group during a performance.
Performance Music at Keystone College includes exciting opportunities for instrumentalists and vocalists of all ability levels. The various instrumental and vocal ensembles at Keystone are completely free, with no audition, fees, or tuition necessary. Keystone’s musicians are primarily college students, but we are proud to welcome adult community musicians and select high school upperclassmen to join our ensembles.
Performance Music
- 570-945-8599
- music@keystone.edu
- Location: Theatre in Brooks
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Join Performance Music at Keystone!
Do you love to sing or play an instrument, but don’t want to major in music? The Keystone College Performance Music offerings are available to allow you to belong to one of the largest and most successful campus organizations here at the college. With typically over 100 musicians, we offer you the opportunity to not only create meaningful musical moments, but to connect with other students and build friendships while here at Keystone.
All of the ensembles within the Keystone College Department of Performance Music are presented with no tuition, auditions, or fees.
Being a part of a musical ensemble creates an incredible sense of belonging where you will become part of a team. It takes every singer and every musician to create that big sound that emerges from the group during a performance.
Performance Music at Keystone College includes exciting opportunities for instrumentalists and vocalists of all ability levels. The various instrumental and vocal ensembles at Keystone are completely free, with no audition, fees, or tuition necessary. Keystone’s musicians are primarily college students, but we are proud to welcome adult community musicians and select high school upperclassmen to join our ensembles.
Typical rehearsal times are:
- Tuesdays: Symphonic Band 7-8:30 p.m. / Chorale 8:30-9:15 p.m.
- Wednesdays: Jazz Ensembles 7-9 p.m.
- Thursdays: Drumline 1-2 p.m.
Email music@keystone.edu for more details.
The Keystone College music ensembles’ performances are supported in part by the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, a state agency funded by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Northern Tier Partners for the Arts and by the Lackawanna County Arts and Culture Department.
FAQs - Check out the most frequently asked questions.
Are there any fees involved?
No! No $$
Is this a class I have to sign up for?
No! The Keystone Bands currently operate as a Student Activity.
Will I have to audition?
No! Everyone is eligible to perform with us. We will help you EVEN IF YOU HAVEN’T PRACTICED IN MONTHS OR YEARS. Important to remember, is that once you start, you will be expected improve your abilities… but your only competition is yourself!
Do I need my own instrument?
You can use your own instrument if you have one. We will even find a place for you to store it on campus if need be. However, if you DON’T have an instrument, don’t let that discourage you. Instruments can be provided.
Do I have to participate in all 3 ensembles?
We would LOVE for you to be a part of all three ensembles, but if you can’t, you can pick and choose the right ensemble(s) for you. However, travel opportunities planned for the future may be reserved for only those students that participate in more than one of the ensembles.
Is rehearsal mandatory?
Yes! We need you regularly attend rehearsal in order to perform to the best of our abilities.
How many performances will there be?
Four concert performances are planned for each academic year and the Keystone Athletic band will, of course, perform at various Keystone athletic events.
But I play strings / guitar /only sing / harmonica / etc…
That’s okay! We’ll find a role for you, and we’re always looking for jazz vocalists!
How do you ensure the safety of minors on campus?
Keystone College has an existing system in place for high school athletic camps, art festivals, etc. and we will as well. We will have parent / guardian consent form, background checks for volunteers, basic health forms, and campus security involved in keeping students safe!
Music Scholarships
The Keystone College Department of Performance Music awards six donor-funded scholarships.
In order to qualify, a student must currently be a member of the KC Performance Music ensembles in good standing, or plan to be, upon entering the College as a first-year student. Interested students – both incoming and current – should apply by July 14. Students should read the application carefully to determine eligibility.