Bethany Lutheran College students in black attire perform clarinets as part of an ensemble in Mankato, Minnesota.

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Music

Rooted in Faith, Expressed Through Music.

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Faith-Filled Music. Lifelong Impact.

At Bethany, music is everywhere — and everyone plays a part. With two choral groups, jazz and concert bands, chamber orchestra, handbell choir, and even a drumline, there’s no shortage of ways to make music together. And with private voice and instrumental lessons, you’ll have space to grow as a solo performer too.

But music here is more than sound — it’s a calling. We believe music is a gift from God, a powerful way to reflect His glory, stir the soul, and share the good news of Christ. Whether you’re performing on stage or rehearsing behind the scenes, you’re part of something deeper: a tradition where music inspires, uplifts, and connects hearts. That’s why music will always be at the heart of Bethany.

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Bethany named All-Steinway School

All-Steinway Schools demonstrate a commitment to excellence by providing their students and faculties with the best equipment possible for the study of music. Read the article here.

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Contact the Music Department

Making music is our passion and our calling. We’d love to share it with you. Please contact us with your questions about music opportunities and events at Bethany! More information is available on the Music Department page.

Bethel Balge

Lessons Instructor

Barb Becker

Lessons Instructor

Evan Bierer

Director of Jazz Band, Instructor – Lessons

Tom Bierer

Lessons Instructor

Ben Faugstad

Associate Professor

Will Frame

Adjunct Faculty, Lessons Instructor

Ann Fredrickson

Adjunct Faculty, Choraliers Director, Director – Handbells, Mary Martha Singers Director

Connie Langhorn

Adjunct Faculty

Dennis Marzolf

Adjunct Faculty

Laura Matzke

Instruction – Organ, Piano, Voice

Johnathan Moeller

Lessons Instructor

David Paulson

Assistant Professor

Dave Urness

Lessons Instructor

Mark Wamma

Lessons Instructor

Andrew Westberg

Lessons Instructor

Next Steps

Interested in studying at Bethany? Scheduling a campus visit is a great way to see what we have to offer. You can meet professors or sit in on a class too! Contact our admissions office to learn more.

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