The Morningside Wind Ensemble is the university’s premier concert band, bringing together talented musicians from across campus in a collaborative and challenging musical environment. Open to students from all academic majors, the ensemble performs a diverse repertoire spanning traditional wind band masterworks, contemporary compositions, transcriptions, chamber winds literature, and new works by emerging composers. Through regular rehearsals and public performances, students develop advanced musicianship, artistic expression, leadership skills, and a deeper appreciation for the rich tradition of wind band music.

The Jazz Ensemble is an audition-only music group that performs various jazz styles through the use of big band and combos. As a member of this ensemble, you will rehearse two days per week in the fall and spring semesters.

This ensemble also performs at regular concerts throughout the academic year and has been known to compete at competitions throughout the Midwest.

The Pride of Morningside (TPOM) is Morningside University’s spirited and energetic marching band, bringing music, tradition, and excitement to campus throughout the fall semester. Open to all students regardless of major or prior marching experience, TPOM includes a full complement of wind players, drumline, and color guard members, providing opportunities for students with a variety of musical and performance backgrounds. Through engaging halftime performances, pep tunes, and campus appearances, members develop musicianship, teamwork, leadership, and school pride while representing Morningside with enthusiasm and excellence.

The Morningside Pep Band is a high-energy ensemble that provides the soundtrack for Mustang basketball throughout the academic year. Open to students from all majors, the ensemble includes wind players, percussionists, and rhythm section musicians who come together to support both men’s and women’s basketball programs. Through spirited performances, popular music, and traditional school songs, members help create an exciting and engaging atmosphere while continuing to develop their musicianship and performance skills.

The Siouxland Youth Wind Ensemble (SYWE) is a select honor ensemble for outstanding high school wind and percussion students from across the Siouxland region. Through weekly rehearsals and public performances, students work with dedicated music educators and talented peers to perform high-quality wind band literature while developing their musicianship, leadership, and ensemble skills.

The All-America Concert Band is a premier community wind ensemble dedicated to musical excellence and lifelong participation in the performing arts. Comprised of talented musicians from across the Siouxland region, the ensemble performs a diverse repertoire of traditional wind band masterworks, contemporary compositions, pops selections, and audience favorites throughout its concert season.