former governor of North Carolina. In addition to classrooms and a recital hall, this building features soundproof practice rooms that are open 24/7 for students to perfect their pitch. And you don't have to be a music major to participate in many of the activities hosted by the department, like concert choir, orchestra, jazz band, piano lessons, and more. The music department is also integral in putting on one of Gardner-Webb's most cherished Christmas traditions – the Festival of Lights.