Music

An Inspiring Music Learning Experience for Developing Middle School Band, Orchestra, and Choir Musicians

Welcome to the registration page for the 2026 Middle School Outreach Ensembles at Colorado State University, held weekly at the University Center for the Arts from February 25 — APRIL 18, 2026. The seven-week program concludes with final concerts in the Griffin Concert Hall.

The Middle School Outreach Ensembles (MSOE) at Colorado State University provide an inspirational music learning experience and opportunities to engage with a broad music community.

The MSOE program is for students currently enrolled in their middle school band, orchestra, or choir who have had at least one year of instruction. Over a period of seven weeks, students receive group lessons and exciting opportunities to engage with music exploration activities.

NOTE: Open to all 7th- and 8th-grade students currently enrolled in their school band, orchestra, or choir. Open to 6th grade by the recommendation of the school music director.

Schedule

MSOE NIGHT 1 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, February 25, 6-8 p.m.
MSOE NIGHT 2 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, March 4, 6-8 p.m.
MSOE NIGHT 3 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, March 11, 6-8 p.m.
MSOE NIGHT 4 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, March 25, 6-8 p.m.
MSOE NIGHT 5 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, April 1, 6-8 p.m.
SUPER SATURDAY REHEARSAL: Saturday, April 4, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
MSOE NIGHT 6 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, April 8, 6-8 p.m.
MSOE NIGHT 7 REHEARSAL: Wednesday, April 15, 6-8 p.m.
FINAL CONCERT: Saturday, April 18, 12-5:30 p.m.

Registration Deadline

The deadline for registration is Jan. 15, 2026; Early registration is encouraged by Dec. 15, 2025

More Information

Visit our website for more information: music.colostate.edu/music-education/msoe-details/

Dr. Christina Herman, MSOE Interim Program Director; Christina.Herman@colostate.edu 
Dr. Erik Johnson, MSOE Program Director (On sabbatical until Jan. 2026); E.Johnson@colostate.edu 
Jessica Warner, MSOE Administrative Assistant; Jessica.Warner@colostate.edu 

Please carefully read the full description below and then fill out the form in its entirety.

Welcome to the application and audition page for the 2025 CSU Honor Band. Please carefully read the full description below and then fill out the form in its entirety.

Before you begin, please note that starting this year, we are only accepting payments electronically through this page (unless your school is paying your fee). We will accept credit card, but can no longer accept cash or check, nor can we accept payment through the mail. 

Also note that we require the approval of your high school band director in order to be considered for the CSU Honor Band. We will contact your band director via email to confirm their support of your application. 

ALL APPLICATIONS AND AUDITIONS ARE DUE BY FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17TH.