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Wilberforce University's Hounds of Sound marching band has emerged as a powerhouse.
The program has grown remarkably from 112 students to nearly 200 musicians over the last few years.
Director Virgil Goodwine II remains focused on his students' futures and the longevity of the band program as it expands.
The band has elevated Wilberforce's performing arts legacy, making national headlines for melodic entertainment.
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Two Sound Recording Technology Alumni Win Emmy Award 
Eric Casimiro '96 and Greg Capolino '00 were responsible for the audio on three of the five "sizzle reels" nominated this year for the Outstanding Promotional Announcement: News award.Both men credit...more
Eric Casimiro '96 and Greg Capolino '00 were responsible for the audio on three of the five "sizzle reels" nominated this year for the Outstanding Promotional Announcement: News award.Both men credit...more
Yuma Arts Tribute of the Muses 2024 Winners 
The City of Yuma's Arts and Culture division named four new winners during Tribute of the Muses.The Apollo Award for an outstanding arts educator went to Amanda Dallabetta, the 20-year high school...more
The City of Yuma's Arts and Culture division named four new winners during Tribute of the Muses.The Apollo Award for an outstanding arts educator went to Amanda Dallabetta, the 20-year high school...more
A Boerne Holiday: Music, Crafts, Giving, Theater 
The Boerne Ukuladies will play Christmas carols before the concert.Hill Country Council for the Arts has partnered with Cibolo Creek Quilters Guild and Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries to create...more
The Boerne Ukuladies will play Christmas carols before the concert.Hill Country Council for the Arts has partnered with Cibolo Creek Quilters Guild and Hill Country Daily Bread Ministries to create...more
Florida Immigrants Are Fearful After Trump Promises "Largest Deportation Program in History" 
Florida immigrants are fearful after Trump promises 'largest deportation program in history' Trump says he will use the military to enforce the mass deportation.The remark prompted the American Civil...more
Florida immigrants are fearful after Trump promises 'largest deportation program in history' Trump says he will use the military to enforce the mass deportation.The remark prompted the American Civil...more
AI and the Sound of Music 
"Taylor Made Freestyle" is no longer available on official platforms because Drake pulled the track.The Copyright Office's recent report on digital replicas also recognizes the importance of h See...more
"Taylor Made Freestyle" is no longer available on official platforms because Drake pulled the track.The Copyright Office's recent report on digital replicas also recognizes the importance of h See...more
School of Theatre and Dance Joins West Virginia Public Theatre For "A Christmas Carol" 
School of Theatre and Dance joins West Virginia Public Theatre for "A Christmas Carol" Current Students | West Virginia University School of theatre and dance joins WVPT."AChristmas Carol" will be...more
School of Theatre and Dance joins West Virginia Public Theatre for "A Christmas Carol" Current Students | West Virginia University School of theatre and dance joins WVPT."AChristmas Carol" will be...more
Watch the Mountaineer Marching Band in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 
The Mountaineer Marching Band will return to New York City for the 98th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28.The parade received a record-breaking 28.5 million views last year.The...more
The Mountaineer Marching Band will return to New York City for the 98th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 28.The parade received a record-breaking 28.5 million views last year.The...more
Nutcracker Treats: Where to Find Holiday Favorites on Sarasota Area Stages 
Where to find Nutcrackers, holiday music in Sarasota-Manatee area.Venice Theatre's original version of "A Christmas Carol" returns for its 24th season.The Rosemary Youth Ballet by Onyx Studio 2...more
Where to find Nutcrackers, holiday music in Sarasota-Manatee area.Venice Theatre's original version of "A Christmas Carol" returns for its 24th season.The Rosemary Youth Ballet by Onyx Studio 2...more
let's Be Hopeful For Music's Ability to Mitigate Impact of Climate Change
UK Music's Tom Kiehl addressed key representatives from across the music education sector as they considered how best to respond to the climate crisis.The music industry produces 405,000 tonnes of...more
UK Music's Tom Kiehl addressed key representatives from across the music education sector as they considered how best to respond to the climate crisis.The music industry produces 405,000 tonnes of...more
Murals of la Jolla Program Keeps Growing With Athenaeum Arts &Amp; Music Library
The Murals of La Jolla program has grown to include 49 separate pieces of art with No.50 on the way.Each work has been on view for at least two years and is generously funded by private donations.The...more
The Murals of La Jolla program has grown to include 49 separate pieces of art with No.50 on the way.Each work has been on view for at least two years and is generously funded by private donations.The...more
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Social Enterprise Version 2.0
Midsize businesses are tapping into the social business market because large companies do not need the help of start-ups to create a “social technology stack.” But a social business stack cannot generate revenue by itself.
