K-State Early Music

We're looking for students who want to experience music from the Middle Ages through the 18th century in one of K-State's Early-Music Ensembles next fall! We have opportunities for winds, strings, brass, percussion, keyboard, and vocalists.

Collegium Musicum MUSIC490) - vocal and instrumental ensemble: includes the viola da gamba consort (for those with bowed string experience), crumhorns (winds), and more! Play historical instruments or modern. Solo voice with instrument opportunities or small vocal ensemble experiences are available. No audition required.

Recorder Consort (MUSIC120) - previous wind experience is preferred. Instructor permission required.

Madrigal & Motet Ensemble (MUSIC119) - Auditioned mixed-voice ensemble. Preliminary auditions for fall open now.

Enrollment for fall is open now! Email [email protected] with questions or to set up an audition for Madrigal & Motet Ensemble.

Learn more at k-state.edu/music/early-music

That’s a wrap for the 2026 K-State Recorder Workshop. Thanks to everyone for coming and making this the best year yet! And special thanks to our clinician, Anne Timberlake!