The NMMI Music Department Consists of:

• Regimental Bands and Headquarters Live! Jazz Bands
• Concert Choir and Vocal Ensemble
• Catholic and Protestant Chapel Choirs
• Applied music: private guitar and piano lessons (via adjunct faculty)
• Music Appreciation and Introduction to Music Theory (junior college); and Introduction to Music (high school)

NMMI Music Department Mission Statement

The mission of the music department (at NMMI) is to provide:

1) Music education for the enrolled band or choral student in a performance medium, leading to a musically educated, well-rounded, ‘whole person:’

2) Opportunities for the Cadet Corps to learn about music through general music classes, such a music theory and music appreciation;

3) Enhancement of the Corps of Cadets by providing musical performances to the Corps;

4) Support the NMMI customs and traditions by providing music at ceremonies and other NMMI functions; and

5) good public relations.

As musical ambassadors of the Institute, the groups in the music department spread information and good will about NMMI wherever they go.