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Academics
Grounded in a general liberal arts education, Hope College offers specialized study in more than 90 majors, minors and pre-professional programs.
Admissions
Flourishing programs in 90+ disciplines. A vibrant Christian mission. $50 million in new campus construction. Championship athletics. 94% placement within 6 months of graduation. There’s never been a better time to consider Hope College.
Research
Research abounds at Hope. Our students and faculty carry out high-quality research projects that are challenging, meaningful and contribute to exciting new knowledge in a broad range of disciplines.
Arts
At Hope College, award-winning student performances share the stage with nationally known writers, musicians, performers and artists.
Campus Life
The Hope College campus is a place to come alive. We have hundreds of student organizations, groups and events you can plug into, serve with, play in, root for and grow with.
Athletics
As a member of the MIAA and NCAA Division III associations, Hope College sponsors 22 varsity sports for men and women. The college is home to the 2022 NCAA Division III National Championship women’s basketball team.

Music Department

Winds, Brass and Percussion

Whether you’re a music major, minor or enthusiast, we have a place for you.

Events for Area Schools

Hope College Oboe Day
For middle school and high school students
Saturday, March 7, 2026

More details coming soon!

We provide a quality, educational experience that includes exposure to exceptional guest artists. Through the Great Performance Series, guest soloists performing with Hope ensembles, and guest recitalists, our students are continually interacting with and learning from outstanding musicians and artists.

Wind Ensemble French Horns We offer lessons and ensemble opportunities for all flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone, trumpet, horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba and percussion players. Discover how your passion for music can be lifelong by joining our family of musicians!

Winds, Brass and Percussion Area FACULTY

Greg Alley (trumpet)
Robert Killips (trombone, tuba, euphonium)
Caitlin Kramer (oboe)
Mark Lopez (percussion)
Mary Beth Orr (horn)
Rebecca VanDeWalker (flute)
Madeline Wilks (bassoon)
David Yandl (clarinet, saxophone and area head)

Recent Guest Clinicians

Dr. Dana Wilson
Helen Werling
Dr. Jack Stamp
Oliver Caplan
Josh Trentadue
Justin Rito

Prospective Students/Parents: Request a Free Lesson

Current Students: Request Lessons

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26 Sep

Academics

Choir Concert in Pine Grove

Choir Concert in Pine Grove

Date: Friday, September 26
Location: Pine Grove

13 May Campus Life

Hope College to Host Pianist Vyacheslav Gryaznov in Concert on May 14

Hope College will host a unique performance featuring Russian pianist Vyacheslav Gryaznov, showcasing his work with his own G-Phil project, on Wednesday, May 14, at 7 p.m. in the Concert Hall of the Jack H. Miller Center for Musical Arts.

Questions about Wind, Brass and Percussion studies?

Contact David Yandl, Head of the Wind, Brass and Percussion Area

Hope CollegeMusic Department

Miller Center for Musical Arts221 Columbia AvenueHolland, MI 49423

workP. 616.395.7650