Special Programs

Performance Opportunities

The music department offers many opportunities throughout the year for performances both at the College and within the community.

  • Hood String Ensemble — Directed by William Stapp. For information about the string ensemble, contact William Stapp via phone at 301-412-2853 or via email at stapp@hood.edu
  • Hood Wind Ensemble — Directed by Brian D. Hinkley. For information about the wind ensemble, contact Brian Hinkley at 301-696-3423, or via email at bdhinkley@verizon.net"
  • Hood Choir — directed by Lynn Staininger, director of choral activities. For more information about the Hood choral program, call 301-696-3875 or email staininger@hood.edu.
  • Hood Chamber Singers — Directed by Lynn Staininger. This group is a smaller group of auditioned singers.
  • Hood Jazz Ensemble — Directed by Jordan Clawson. For more information, email clawson@hood.edu