Dr. Greg Long, Chairperson of the Blue Mountain College Fine Arts Department, talks about the various musical groups at Blue Mountain College, their activities and ways that potential students can audition.
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This Week: Dr. Greg Long is the chairperson of the Fine Arts Department at Blue Mountain College. The fine arts department has added several organizations in the last 2-3 years including a jazz band and marching band. Dr. Long talks to us about some of the great things going on with these groups. He talks about the upcoming trip to Ireland planned for the BMC Chorale. He also talks to us about ways for potential students to learn more about these groups and audition to join them.