Bloomquist directs bands
The students are better prepared and simply better players every year, said Kenneth G. Bloomquist, director of KU bands. Coming to KU twelve years ago as a trumpet teacher and director of Marching Band, Bloomquist is now director of KU Symphonic Band, Brass Choir as well as Marching Band.
Being director of three bands keeps Bloomquist busy, especially during the Fall football season. In addition, the KU
Symphonic Band gives three on campus performances each semester and about ten off-campus Spring tours.
At home, Bloomquist is also director of his family band, which consists of pianist, Mrs. Bloomquist; violinist, Leslie, 12; flutist, Laurie, 10 and drummer, Denny, eight.
Aside from music, Bloomquist enjoys playing football, golf and fishing is his main love.