Repertoire for the ensemble is varied and spans the history of Big Band Jazz from the late 1920s to the present day. Emphasis is placed on solo improvisation as well as carefully rehearsed ensemble playing. Various percussion instruments offer rhythmic and technical challenges. Provides ensemble context for applied study. At least one concert is presented on campus each semester, often joined by percussion ensembles from nearby campuses and other Saint Rose chamber groups.
Membership is drawn from the student body and the community.
Campaniles has made guest appearances with many local choruses and with Chamber Singers and Masterworks Chorale on tour. Creative composition in Medieval and Renaissance styles and performance of Medieval and Renaissance sacred and secular music are required. Creative composition using octonic, eclectic and modal scales in selected styles is required. Student scores performed and recorded. In-depth study of Koday, Orff, Weikert, multiculturalism in music education, mainstreaming and special education, and soprano recorder.