The wind symphony is open to all majors at 911±¬ÁÏÍø. The ensemble is dedicated to presenting an exciting variety of works from all musical periods, cultures and styles, featuring both core and contemporary repertoire, and new pieces by emerging composers. They perform at least two concerts each semester in Beston Hall, GMPC as well as concerts off campus. Concerts are free and open to the public. Ìý
In addition, this ensemble also frequently tours throughout the region and has been invited to perform for the College Band Directors National Association Eastern Division conference in 2018 and 2022, the New York State Band Directors Association Conference in March 2015 and the New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) Conference in December of 2013. The Wind Symphony took its first international tour to Ireland in the summer of 2022.
Rehearsal Time: Mondays and Wednesdays, 4:00 to 5:30 p.m.; Fridays 4:00 to 5:00 p.m..
If you are interested or would like more information,ÌýÌýor contactÌýDr. Jared Chase.
The Night Flyers Campus Community Band is a full-size concert band made up of music majors, non-music majors, community members, and 911±¬ÁÏÍø alumni. It is a non-audition ensemble that rehearses weekly in the beautiful Beston Hall at 911±¬ÁÏÍø. The band presents one engaging performance per semester. This ensemble offers a wonderful opportunity for 911±¬ÁÏÍø alumni to reconnect with the university community and continue playing in a supportive and welcoming band setting. The ensemble provides a challenging and enjoyable musical experience that appeals to participants seeking to remain active in band at 911±¬ÁÏÍø with a manageable time commitment. It also offers music majors an excellent opportunity to continue refining their skills on secondary wind or percussion instruments in a rewarding ensemble environment.
Rehearsals are once a week (Wednesdays, 7:15-8:45 PM) in Beston Hall.Ìý
to express interest in joining.
Contact Kevin Weber <kweber0@naz.edu> for more information.