Woodwind & Brass Auditions

All students who wish to be considered for placement in the following ensembles need to audition:

For Campus Bands and Campus Orchestras, simply register and attend the first class meeting to take the class. Contact us by email at this address with any questions or concerns. 

Audition Information

Fall 2026 ensemble auditions will be held in-person the first week of September in Ferguson Hall. 

Ensemble Date  Time Room
UWE/USO/SB tbd tbd tbd
University Band tbd tbd tbd
University Philharmonic Orchestra tbd tbd tbd

 

Audition Registration and Details

  • Fall 2026 audition information will be posted in June.

  • Permissions to enroll in auditioned ensembles will only be granted after completion of a successful audition and ensemble placement.

University Wind Ensemble / University Symphony Orchestra

  • All woodwind and brass students placed in the UWE/USO "pool" will participate in University Wind Ensemble; select musicians will also be assigned parts in University Symphony Orchestra.

Symphonic Band / University Band

  • Students only interested in Symphonic Band (SB) and/or University Band (UB) should prepare the SB/UB packet and will not be eligible for placement in USO or UWE. 

University Philharmonic Orchestra

  • Students auditioning for UPO will need to sign up for separate auditions to be eligible for USO or concert bands.
  • UPO does not qualify as a major ensemble towards degree process for music majors. Consult with a School of Music advisor for details.