From the back field to the band room, Willie Bradley builds futures through music at SC State
Preparing students for music industry careers, the Grammy-nominated musician explains why sustained support is critical to their success.
Full ArticlePreparing students for music industry careers, the Grammy-nominated musician explains why sustained support is critical to their success.
Full ArticleOn the 11th anniversary of his passing, the memory of SC State’s most enthusiastic supporter still inspires. Eddie “Eddie Moe” Moore Jr. never needed a degree, a band instrument or a uniform number to become South Carolina State University’s No. 1 fan. His presence alone was enough.
Full ArticleThe South Carolina State University Concert Choir will present its final performance of the 2025 season with the Christmas portion of Handel’s “Messiah.” The Concert Choir, under the direction of Dr. Johnnie J. Felder, will be joined by a quartet of outstanding soloists, a 20-piece orchestra, and guest conductor Christopher Leysath for Handel’s most celebrated work.
Full ArticleThe pride of South Carolina State University — the renowned Marching 101 Band — will command national attention during Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday festivities in January. The Marching 101 will join five other HBCU bands in the Pepsi National Battle of the Bands in Boca Raton, Florida, on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026.
Full ArticleOrangeburg County Councilwoman Delores Frazier has presented $20,000 on behalf of the county to help send the South Carolina State University Concert Choir to New York for its highly anticipated debut at Carnegie Hall.
Full ArticleSouth Carolina State University has named Dr. J. William Nicholas as its new director of bands, bringing with him a record of proven leadership and nationally recognized success in music education.
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