Woodwinds Area

The woodwinds area at Colorado State University provides talented flute, clarinet, oboe, bassoon, and saxophone students with world-class training in the areas of performance and pedagogy. The woodwind experience at CSU enhances our student's passion for music by providing a solid foundation for a lifetime of creative activity. The objectives of the curriculum are to develop professional perceptions and skills in the art of music as it is needed by performers, teachers, therapists, and those interested in other possible careers where a high level of music-making is maintained. Expectation levels are consistent with those of university study in preparation for a Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Music, and Master of Music. Areas of concentration within these degree programs include music education, music therapy, music performance, composition, and conducting.

 

Study With

Galit Kaunitz

  • Assistant Professor of Music, Oboe

Galit.Kaunitz@colostate.edu

Cayla Bellamy

  • Associate Professor of Music, Bassoon
  • Coordinator of Woodwinds

Cayla.Bellamy@colostate.edu

Peter Sommer

  • Professor of Music
  • Saxophone

Peter.Sommer@colostate.edu

Perform With Us

CANCELLED: Guest Artist Concert: Celeste Johnson Frehner, Oboe / FREE

November 10, 2025 at 7:30 PM
THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR FALL 2026. THANK YOU. With Rose Wollman, Viola and Meredith Blecha-Wells, Cello Step into an intimate soundscape where lyricism and texture intertwine in unexpected ways. This program brings together the unique voices of oboe, viola, cello, and piano. From the graceful elegance of Michael Haydn, [...]

CANCELLED New Music Ensemble Concert / FREE

November 12, 2025 at 7:30 PM
THIS CONCERT HAS BEEN CANCELLED The New Music Ensemble offers a multifaceted experience in contemporary music for students and audiences alike. Under the direction of Dr. Cayla Bellamy, NME performers are paired with composers in the studio of Dr. James David to replicate the process of professional commissions, workshops, and world premieres. This recital features [...]

Saxophone Studio Recital / FREE

November 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Students of saxophone professors Peter Sommer and Dr. Dan Goble present a recital of solo and chamber works for saxophone, including classic and contemporary literature featuring a dynamic range of expression and musical interplay.

Woodwinds News

2025 Wind Symphony

Colorado State University Wind Symphony to embark on prestigious concert tour of Spain this March

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Bon Voyage Concert Tickets The Colorado State University Wind Symphony is honored to announce its invitation to perform in Spain this March. After receiving acclaim for their recordings, the ensemble has been invited by the “Grenadine Federation of Bands,” led by Oscar Musso, to participate in a collaborative concert tour spanning three major cities: Madrid, […]

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Dr. Cayla Bellamy elected inaugural president of the Southwest Chapter of the International Double Reed Society

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Dr. Cayla Bellamy elected inaugural president of the Southwest Chapter of the International Double Reed Society

Masters alum, Theresa Lansberry, holds new position with the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra

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Colorado State University music alum, Theresa Soriano Lansberry (nee Bunger, M.M., ’18), was named artist liaison for the Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra in February. The CSO’s mission is to seek and share inspiration and be the most relevant Orchestra in America.. cincinnatisymphony.org

CSU Music Information Request Form

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    Would you like to request a complimentary lesson with the professor of your instrument/voice? You will be connected with the appropriate professor, who will be in touch to schedule the lesson (either in-person or virtually, depending on availability and coordination of schedules).