Wind Ensemble

Wind Ensemble is an advanced performing ensemble for woodwind and brass players, as well as one piano and string bass player. Percussionists of a certain skill level from percussion ensemble can contribute to the ensemble for performances.

Select spots are available to win during the same audition times as Symphonic Band. Freshman can win spots during the auditions and take this course in replacement of Symphonic Band. Students who are not ready for Wind Ensemble will take Symphonic Band. Select spots include:

3-5 Flute Players (one must play the Piccolo)
3-12 Clarinet Players (one for Eb Clarinet)
1 Bass Clarinet (Option for a second player willing to play a unique bass clarinet)
1-2 Oboe Players
1-2 Bassoon Players
2 Alto Sax Players
1 Tenor Sax Player
1 Bari Sax Player
2-4 French Horn Players
3-9 Trumpet Players
3-4 Trombone Players
1-2 Euphonium Players
1-2 Tuba Players
1 String Bass Player
1 Piano Player

*Players must be able to demonstrate skill level in addition to succeeding in the audition process. Wind Ensemble players are expected to practice, be at every performance, make it to sectionals and dress rehearsals, and be ambassadors of the band program in the school and community.

Expectations

This ensemble requires a year long commitment: students are not only expected to be at rehearsals and concerts, but also occassional rehearsals before or after school, sectionals outside of class time, and other performances. Students in Wind Ensemble also prepare a solo and ensemble piece during the year, as well as being available for pep band performances with the Titan Band. Students who join Wind Ensemble should be prepared to practice their music and instrument in preparation for performances.

The Wind Ensemble maintains an active and full performance schedule, requiring students to learn a lot of music. Students in Wind Ensemble must practice regularly outside of school and come to class rehearsals prepared. During class time rehearsals, students are focused and engaged during the entire rehearsal.

The Wind Ensemble is the premier performing ensemble of Olympus High School - this means the students in this ensemble must maintain the highest level of performance and be the examples for the younger bands.

Wind Ensemble Performance Schedule 2025-26

Opening Band Social: August 26

Fall Concert: October 23

Record All State Auditions: November 4-7 (During Class)

Elementary School Tour: December 1-5

Tabernacle Performance (Combined with Orchestra and Choir): December 6

Holiday Band Concert: December 11

Holiday Assembly: December 19

All State Band: January 15-16

Jazz Swing Night: February 4

Performing Arts Day: February 5

Auditions: February 24-26

Solo & Ensemble: March 11

Cleaning Camp: March 18

Spring Concert: March 10

Region Band Festival: March 25

Perform at Snow College: April 14

Record Concert Bands: April 15-21

California Tour: April 22-26

State Band Festival: May 1-2

End of Year Concert: May 12

End Of Year Band Social: May 14

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