Anabaptism at 500 Hymn Festival – January 19
The Hymn Festival will feature a historical narrative by Ken Rodgers, music professor, tracing the evolution of hymns and texts central to Anabaptist worship over the past 500 years. Another highlight of the event is choral and congregational singing, with singers from surrounding churches combining with audience participation to create a communal expression of faith and song. Music will be led by Dr. Russell Adrian, director of choral activities, and accompanied by Karen Unruh, performing arts staff member. Live stream
Ensembles and Tours
Bel Canto Singers, Global Voices, International Chorale
Keyboard Studies
Ken Rodgers teaches piano and organ
Performance Opportunities
Master classes, department and sophomore recitals, NATS vocal competitions and more
Performances and Recordings
Recent concert programs and videos
Faculty
Dr. Russell Adrian, Kathleen Deffley, Karen Unruh and Ken Rodgers
Music Scholarships
Music scholarship and choir auditions, scholarship recommendation form
Festivals
Treble Choral Festival, KSHSAA 1A State Music Festival
Music Major
What You Will Learn
Music students hone their skills and develop proficiencies as musicians.
Career Preparation
Lessons, classes and recitals help students develop a personal style and prepare them for performance, teaching and other careers in music.
The Hesston Difference
Hesston music students experience the two-year advantage, receiving the same high quality of instruction as the best four-year colleges and universities and all the premiere performance and leadership opportunities in the freshman and sophomore years. This prepares Hesston graduates well to succeed as upper level music education majors.
Program Opportunities
- Private voice and instrumental lessons
- Vocal ensembles that include yearly tours
- Annual music theatre production
- Competitive performing arts scholarship
- Department master classes and recitals, including solo sophomore recital opportunity
Plan of study for Associate of Arts degree in music
Hesston College Fine Arts
Create Community. Inspire Artistry. Explore Faith.
Our Mission: The Fine Arts Department of Hesston College creates scholars engaged in the study, promotion and preservation of the visual and performing arts. Inspired by cultures of the past, current global sensibilities and inclusive faith formation, students use the gift of storytelling within their fine arts education to interact with and serve their communities.