Taking their Classroom on the Road; Kent State Youth Winds Travels to D.C. for an Iconic Educational Experience
College of the Arts

Students playing trumpets at Washington Monument

Kent State Youth Winds (KSYW) had the unique opportunity to travel to Washington, D.C. this spring, giving meaningful performances alongside famous monuments and making lasting connections with renowned musicians. This weekend of music education was planned by Dr. Wendy Matthews, professor of music education, Kent State Youth Winds Director and conductor, and Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs and Assessment. Sixty students participated in the trip; they were accompanied by four talented conductors and sixteen chaperones.  The trip consisted of a visit to the National Muse...

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August 22, 2025

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