Jason Laczkoski Announced Assistant Professor of Music and Band Director

Hannibal-LaGrange University is pleased to announce Jason Laczkoski as a new assistant professor of music. Beginning in the fall, he will teach instrumental music instruction and direct the concert band. As a dedicated Christ-follower, Laczkoski has a fervent desire to integrate faith into his teaching.

Laczkoski has a Bachelor of Arts in Saxophone from Mansfield University of Pennsylvania, a Master of Arts in Saxophone Performance and Pedagogy from University of Iowa, and has nearly completed his Doctorate of Musical Arts in Saxophone Performance and Pedagogy from University of Iowa. Additionally, he has five years of experience teaching in other institutions of higher education in North Dakota and Kansas where he taught woodwind lessons, music theory, organized several concerts per year, and more.

Laczkoski also has an accomplished resume as a performer, soloing and performing at recitals with several universities, churches, and various competitions. His most recent performances included playing with the Dodge City Community College, Casper College, and at the North American Saxophone Alliance Region 3 Conference.

Laczkoski will also be a part of the Soprano Saxophone CD Recording Project, set to release this year. His other record participations include a solo on Come Down Heavy, released in 2011; as well as contributions to Seven Settings and D. Martin Jenni Tribute, both released in 2006.

HLGU’s music department is devoted to equipping students with the key fundamentals and Christian worldview they need to succeed after graduation in careers such as teaching in public and private school systems, leading worship in churches, teaching privately, and more. Classes will begin this fall on August 24.

by Alex Shipley
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