Where to continue playing euphonium?

morningstar03
Tue, 26 Apr 2016 03:58:36 +0000

*I’m not majoring in euphonium, probably not even music in general, but I wasn’t sure where else this should be posted

I’m looking mainly for schools in the Midwest as I live in Illinois, but I’m not sure what schools would be considered good for continuing to play euphonium. I’d prefer a school that actually has all of its bands available to non-music majors. I don’t need an absolutely top-notch place, but I still want the band to actually be good. For example, Bradley is nearby and aside from hating the school itself, their band doesn’t stand out to me in any way. Plus I don’t care for the conductor too much as I’ve played in their honor bands. I’ve played in the All-State band and I loved how amazing it was, and I’d love to play in a university that could top that feeling.

If the school isn’t in the Midwest, then I would mostly prefer Colorado since I have family there. I don’t want to have to travel thousands of miles as that can be costly when it comes to transportation.

Aside for U of I or WIU (which I’ve heard isn’t doing to well financially or something?), I’m not sure where else. I have no clue what to do and definitely need some help. Thank you