Single Reed Studio

The UND Single Reed Studio is committed to excellence in the instruction of clarinet and saxophone students.

We them reach their full potential as musicians and achieve their career goals. This is accomplished through weekly private lessons, studio classes, participation in large and small ensembles, and a wide variety of performance opportunities.

Single Reed Studio Program

UND Large Ensembles

Wind Ensemble
University Band
1:00 Jazz Ensemble
12:00 Jazz Ensemble
Chamber Orchestra
Musical Pit Orchestra
Pride of the North Athletic Bands

Solo Opportunities

Weekly Studio Classes
Student Showcases
Studio Recitals
Solo Recitals

Chamber Groups

UND Saxophone Quartet

The UND Saxophone Quartet is the premiere saxophone chamber ensemble at UND, featuring soprano, alto, tenor, and baritone saxophones playing high-level and diverse repertoire. This group has been selected for and performed at the International Saxophone Symposium hosted by the U.S. Navy Band, the North American Saxophone Alliance Conference, and numerous local events. Acceptance into the ensemble is by audition only.

UND Clarinet Choir

The UND Clarinet Choir is an ensemble comprised of music majors and non-majors. The instrumentation of this group most often includes E-flat, B-flat, alto, bass, and contrabass clarinets. The group rehearses for one hour each week with Dr. Sandberg, conductor, and performs at UND Music and community events.

Saxophone Quartets

Saxophone Quartets are open to music majors and non-majors. The instrumentation of the group may vary (soprano, alto, tenor, baritone or alto, alto, tenor, baritone) based on repertoire and student interest. Each quartet will meet for two hours each week, one of which is a coaching with Dr. Sandberg. The ensembles will perform at least once a semester.

If you are interested in performing in a single reed chamber group, please contact Dr. Sandberg.

Frequently Asked Questions

Would you like to learn more about the UND Single Reed Studio and Music Department?

Email us – we are happy to help!

Instructor of clarinet and saxophone Dr. Scott Sandberg
Music Department Undergraduate Advisor Malissa Kuznicki

Would you like a lesson with Dr. Sandberg?

Dr. Sandberg is happy to offer a lesson to all prospective students. Send him an email to schedule it – he can meet you either in person or via Skype!

Would you like a tour?

Schedule a UND campus tour.

Email Dr. Sandberg at scott.sandberg@UND.edu to schedule a UND Music Department visit. Depending on schedule this visit may be able to include a lesson with Dr. Sandberg, a department tour, or sitting in a music class.

Single Reed Studio