Choral Ambassadors

KSU Choral Ambassadors

The KSU Choral Ambassadors are selected to represent the KSU Choral Division at a variety of on-campus and off-campus events. They are often seen at campus recruiting events, traveling to high schools across the state, as well as during choral sponsored activities.

Feel free to contact these students either directly (by clicking on their name) or collectively (by e-mailing KSUChoralAmbassadors@gmail.com) if you have questions about the student perspective on the choral experiences at Kansas State University.

Kelsey Brown. I am a Graduate Student in Speech Pathology from Overland Park, KS. Being in choir at K-State has allowed me to travel and sing in amazing places and meet some of my best friends. My college experience would not be the same without choir.

Aaron Burke I am a Senior in Music Education from Parsons, KS. The experience of being in a choir here at KSU is extraordinary because I get to sing with people who love singing as much as I do. Being involved in a choir is a great way to meet lifelong friends and have a rewarding experience working together making beautiful music.

Zach Button I am a Junior from Emporia, KS with a dual major in Mathematics and Statistics. At K-State, choir is a team - together pursuing the goal of outstanding music. Teamwork and humility is at the core of this pursuit, and the high level of professionalism and expectations have created some unbelievable experiences in both concert and rehearsal.

Stephanie Dudley I am Senior from Overland Park, KS, majoring in Music Education. The highlight of my day is coming to choir to sing with my closest friends and inspiring directors. Choir at KSU has provided me with so many opportunities that have motivated me to pursue my dream of teaching music.

Hannah Graves I am a Junior from Arkansas City, KS, studying Biology. Life at K-State is amazing, and much of my enthusiasm in saying that can be attributed to K-State Choirs. Throughout my time at college, I have found myself sitting in class and counting down the hours until rehearsal. No matter what I go through, choir is a constant for me where I truly feel I have a home and a family.

Jessica Huey I am a Sophomore from Manhattan, KS, majoring in Music Education. Being in choir was the highlight of my freshman year and the family-like atmosphere made my transition into college life much easier. I love being able to make beautiful, high-quality music every day with such friendly, talented, and hard working people. I can’t wait to see what the future has in store for the K-State Choirs!

Brett McCandless I am a Junior from Overland Park, KS, and am undecided as to my major. But I do know that music will be a big part of my life. I love my time spent in choir at K-State. The people are friendly, the music is challenging, and the whole experience is very rewarding and fulfilling.

Annika Schneider I am a Sophomore from Lindsborg, KS, studying Vocal Music Education & Spanish Education. My experience at K-State has been absolutely fantastic; much of that can be attributed to my involvement in KSU Choirs! I have been so blessed to share challenging literature, fun memories, and beautiful sounds with so many talented people, including our directors and those whose voices create such an amazing group. I can't wait to see what each year will continue to bring in choir!

Amanda Sipes I am a Sophomore in Music Education and Psychology from Wichita, KS. During my freshman year choir was always the highlight of my day. I have always enjoyed singing and K-State choirs has made my love for music even stronger. I'm very excited for this year and cannot wait to continuing growing in my love for music in the K-state choirs!

Alex Spence I am a Junior studying Vocal Performance and Music Education from Hutchinson, KS. The amount of experiences I've had in just two years because of choir at KSU is unbelievable. Choir has helped me to make lifelong friends and has helped me grow as a person and musician. Everyday is an honor to sing with such amazing people and directors!

Andrew Sweeney I am a Junior from Overland Park, KS, studying Vocal Music Education and French Education. I have absolutely loved my first two years in choir here at K-State and am excited for the future! We have a unique blend of friendliness, a good work ethic, an exciting atmosphere, and co-directors. I am so blessed to be in the learning environment I'm in!

Andrew Vogliardo I am currently a Sophomore here at Kansas State. I am from Leawood, KS and I am majoring in Family Studies and Human Services. Although I am not a music major, music plays an extremely important role in my life. I am in two choirs here and without them I am not sure if I could get through all of my days. KSU choir has been the perfect place to let loose and just do what you love while making some extremely good music.

Ross Wooten - I am a Junior majoring in Music Education and Composition from Prairie Village, KS. I love the choirs at K-State because they feel like family to me. At the same time the level of professionalism is outstanding. It is a perfect balance of a family atmosphere and professional expectations.