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A Legacy to Remember: A Longtime Band Director Closes his Morgan State University Music Chapter
After 49 years of leading the Morgan State University (MSU) musically, Melvin N. Miles, Jr., Director of University Bands and Instructor of Music at Morgan State University, retired. According to information provided online by MSU, the native Baltimorean—who is also a Morgan College alumnus— reportedly served on the Morgan State University faculty since 1973. Instructing and directing a range of students who were a part of the high-energy Morgan State University Marching Band called “The Magnificent Marching Machine” to the MSU Symphonic Winds, and various ensembles, and even a pep band, were among his professional contributions.
Longtime Band Director Melvin Miles Reflects On Nearly 50 Years At Morgan State
Melvin Miles is an institution at Morgan State University. After enrolling as a student in 1970, Miles eventually became director of university bands, leading the marching band, symphonia band, jazz ensemble, and more. But it’s a bittersweet time on campus, as Miles prepares for his final performance. He is retiring after spending nearly 50 years at Morgan State.
MSU Director of University Bands Retires, Reflects on Decades-Long Career
(WEAA)—Melvin Miles, Director of University Bands and Instructor of Music at Morgan State University is retiring after nearly 50 years. He is also the conductor of the Morgan State University Symphonic Winds, Concert Band and the MSU Jazz Ensemble.
'Beyond Just the Music': Band Director Leaves Behind 50-year Legacy at Morgan State
In three weeks, a household name at Morgan State University and in the Baltimore community will retire. Morgan State band director Melvin Miles spoke with 11 News about the legacy he leaves behind in the band room.
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An Interview with Mr. Melvin Miles
This week I had the distinct honor of sitting down with Mr. Melvin Miles (Past National President and Past Chairman of the Board of Trustees). Mr. Miles is currently in his 49th year serving as the Director of Bands at Morgan State University in Baltimore, Maryland. As Director of Bands, he conducts the Morgan State University Symphonic Winds, Concert Band, and Jazz Ensemble. He also serves as the director of “The Magnificent Marching Machine” and the “Bear Band”.
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