Wind Symphony

at the High School

Overview

The Wind Symphony (Honors) is comprised of advanced musicians in grades 9-12 and meets every day as a full ensemble, year-round, during the school day.Participation in the Wind Symphony requires an audition for placement. The Wind Symphony focuses on developing advanced levels of musicianship and performs Grade 4-6 (out of 6) level literature.  In addition to performing at all Quakertown High School Band Concerts, the Wind Symphony also performs at band festivals, adjudications, and professional conferences, locally, regionally, and nationally, giving students the opportunity to perform for varied audiences. Wind Symphony students participate in at least one of the following activities related to developing advanced musicianship, while also providing for the musical needs of the community: PMEA District Band Auditions, Chamber Groups such as brass quintet, flute choir, etc, Community performances for nursing homes, solo/small ensemble concert at QCHS.