Wind Ensemble

Wind Ensemble
Wind Ensemble MUS 106/406H

The Woodwind Ensemble plays the highest quality wind literature. Organized on a "pool of players" concept, instrumentation expands and contracts from 10-50 players depending upon the repertoire.

The Wind Ensemble is a select group of the best wind and percussion players in the University. Repertoire includes the highest quality literature for winds available. The ensemble will have flexible instrumentation which meets the requirements of the repertoire chosen using from 8-50 players as needed. Membership is determined by skill level, instrumentation needs, and attitude/commitment. An audition is required for new members.

The Wind Ensemble performs four on-campus concerts per year and tours every other year. Concert tours have included highly acclaimed performances at the Western States Collegiate Band Festival and the California Music Educators State Convention. They have also appeared in concert with the Dallas Brass.