The Augustana Flute Choir is a chamber ensemble of flutists which makes use of the entire flute family: piccolo, flute, alto flute and bass flute.
Founded by Janet Stodd in 1988, the ensemble performs concerts under her direction every term, both on and off campus.
Favorite performances include the annual Joy of Christmas event in Andover, Illinois, and the annual St. Patrick's Day Concert. The Augustana Flute Choir has performed at the Iowa Flute Festival and the IMEA festival in Peoria, Illinois.
The ensemble rehearses once a week. Students can register for either credit or noncredit. The Flute Choir usually includes 12 flutists who also take lessons and perform in band or orchestra.
Augustana College has appointed Courtney Ridge as director of bands beginning fall 2027. Ridge’s duties will include conducting the Augustana Symphonic Band, succeeding longtime conductor Dr. James Lambrecht, who is retiring in June 2027 after 39 years leading the ensemble.
Augustana College is one of 10 schools recognized as a 2027 Small-Program Mentorship Standout by College Music Major. Smaller music programs where "close faculty access and meaningful undergraduate responsibility shape student development" were selected from across the country.
Dr. Eric Newell steps into the role of director of choral activities with a deep appreciation for the Augustana Choir’s rich history and a passion for choral music. In this Q&A, he shares what drew him to Augustana, what he’s looking forward to and his hopes for the choir’s future.
The Augustana Concert Band will perform a concert.
The Augustana Percussion Ensemble will perform a concert.
The Augustana Low Brass Ensemble will perform.
