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Experience Dance and Music at NC State
The Department of Performing Arts and Technology is where NC State students of any major cultivate and explore their creative interests—no matter where they lead.
Through our courses and programs, students grow as performers, develop entrepreneurial skills, learn new ways to enhance their art form using technology and gain an understanding of the theory, history and cultural significance of both dance and music.
Whether you’re a mover, musician, performing arts enthusiast or innovator, your artistic passions will thrive at NC State.
Fall 2024 Auditions
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“[The department] is genuinely one of the happiest communities I’ve ever been a part of. Everybody in the department is there because they care about making music with other people.”
Anna Lee, ’22
Founder & President, Music Theory Club
Minor in Flute Performance
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It`s almost time for Jazz Combo Night! 🥳
Celebrate your last day of classes with live music! Enjoy your meal in the Talley Student Union`s One Earth lounge as all four jazz combos from the NC State Jazz Program perform an evening of jazz standards and original compositions.
Tuesday, April 23│ 7-9 p.m. │ Talley Student Union, One Earth Lounge
Learn more: go.ncsu.edu/jazzcombo (link in bio).
#NCStateMusic #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCStateConcerts #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #RaleighLiveMusic #NCStateDPAT
![It's almost time for Jazz Combo Night! 🥳
Celebrate your last day of classes with live music! Enjoy your meal in the Talley Student Union's One Earth lounge as all four jazz combos from the NC State Jazz Program perform an evening of jazz standards and original compositions.
Tuesday, April 23│ 7-9 p.m. │ Talley Student Union, One Earth Lounge
Learn more: go.ncsu.edu/jazzcombo (link in bio).
#NCStateMusic #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCStateConcerts #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #RaleighLiveMusic #NCStateDPAT](https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
There are two more chances to see our A Capella groups in concert!
✅ Wolfgang A Capella: April 20, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ Chordination: April 21, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
🎟 Tickets are available now at go.ncsu.edu/concerts (link in bio).
![There are two more chances to see our A Capella groups in concert!
✅ Wolfgang A Capella: April 20, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ Chordination: April 21, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
🎟 Tickets are available now at go.ncsu.edu/concerts (link in bio).](https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Swipe to see our upcoming spring concerts!
✅ NC State Jazz Orchestra: April 13, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ NC State Jazz Bands: April 16, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ Wind Ensemble: April 17, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ Symphonic Band: April 18, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ NC State Choirs: April 19, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
🎟 Public tickets are available now at go.ncsu.edu/concerts (link in bio). Students can obtain their free tickets using a coupon code two weeks before the show. We hope to see you there!
#NCStateMusic #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCStateConcerts #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #RaleighLiveMusic #NCStateDPAT #SpringMusicConcerts
![Swipe to see our upcoming spring concerts!
✅ NC State Jazz Orchestra: April 13, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ NC State Jazz Bands: April 16, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ Wind Ensemble: April 17, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ Symphonic Band: April 18, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
✅ NC State Choirs: April 19, 7:30 p.m., Stewart Theatre
🎟 Public tickets are available now at go.ncsu.edu/concerts (link in bio). Students can obtain their free tickets using a coupon code two weeks before the show. We hope to see you there!
#NCStateMusic #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCStateConcerts #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #RaleighLiveMusic #NCStateDPAT #SpringMusicConcerts](https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
The State Dance Company takes the stage this Thursday, April 4, and Friday, April 5, for their Spring 2024 Concert. ⭐️ Visit the link in our bio to secure your tickets now. You don`t want to miss this incredible show!
#NCStateDance #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCDancers #RaleighDancers #StateDanceCompany #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #NCStateDPAT
![The State Dance Company takes the stage this Thursday, April 4, and Friday, April 5, for their Spring 2024 Concert. ⭐️ Visit the link in our bio to secure your tickets now. You don't want to miss this incredible show!
#NCStateDance #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCDancers #RaleighDancers #StateDanceCompany #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #NCStateDPAT](https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Great news… We have added one more master class to the series! 🥳
➡️ Accessible Modern Dance
➡️ Thursday, April 11, 5:30 p.m., Carmichael 2307
Open to movers of all experience levels, this class will explore modern dance elements accessible to all bodies in a comfortable and safe environment. Through improvisation, movement exploration, and modern dance fundamentals, dancers will cultivate a sense of connection to their bodies and fellow community members as they build phrase work and relationships throughout the class. People of all abilities are welcome! Instructor Payton Chopp (she/her) is a dance artist and educator based in Raleigh, NC. In her personal practice, Payton explores the idea of “process” in modern dance by integrating improvisation and play with her passion for technique. She currently dances professionally with Black Box Dance Theatre, a nonfiction modern dance company, and works in Vocational Rehabilitation with a focus on justice, accessibility, and dignity.
Register now at go.ncsu.edu/masterclassregister (link in bio).
#NCStateDance #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCDancers #RaleighDancers #NCMasterClass #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #NCStateDPAT
![Great news... We have added one more master class to the series! 🥳
➡️ Accessible Modern Dance
➡️ Thursday, April 11, 5:30 p.m., Carmichael 2307
Open to movers of all experience levels, this class will explore modern dance elements accessible to all bodies in a comfortable and safe environment. Through improvisation, movement exploration, and modern dance fundamentals, dancers will cultivate a sense of connection to their bodies and fellow community members as they build phrase work and relationships throughout the class. People of all abilities are welcome! Instructor Payton Chopp (she/her) is a dance artist and educator based in Raleigh, NC. In her personal practice, Payton explores the idea of “process” in modern dance by integrating improvisation and play with her passion for technique. She currently dances professionally with Black Box Dance Theatre, a nonfiction modern dance company, and works in Vocational Rehabilitation with a focus on justice, accessibility, and dignity.
Register now at go.ncsu.edu/masterclassregister (link in bio).
#NCStateDance #NCSU #RaleighNC #NCDancers #RaleighDancers #NCMasterClass #RaleighArts #NCStateArts #NCStateDPAT](https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
You don`t want to miss this! 😎 Visit Price Music Center on Friday, April 5, from 2-6 p.m. for a yard sale to support the Department of Performing Arts and Technology. We will be selling marching band and British brass band instruments, alto saxophones, clarinet, cornet, trombone, trumpets, and more! 🙌
#NCStateMusic #PowerSoundoftheSouth #NCState #NCStateDPAT #YardSale #InstrumentSale #RaleighMusic #RaleighArts #NCStateArts
![You don't want to miss this! 😎 Visit Price Music Center on Friday, April 5, from 2-6 p.m. for a yard sale to support the Department of Performing Arts and Technology. We will be selling marching band and British brass band instruments, alto saxophones, clarinet, cornet, trombone, trumpets, and more! 🙌
#NCStateMusic #PowerSoundoftheSouth #NCState #NCStateDPAT #YardSale #InstrumentSale #RaleighMusic #RaleighArts #NCStateArts](https://performingartstech.dasa.ncsu.edu/wp-content/plugins/instagram-feed-pro/img/placeholder.png)
Inspire Lifelong Performing
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