Who is eligible to join the IWU Wind Ensemble?
All students of the University by audition and permission of the instructor

What is the Wind Ensemble audition process?
The Wind Ensemble's audition process consists of a band excerpt supplied by the conductor and available prior to the audition; two minutes of a solo selected by the student; and sight-reading.

When are auditions?
Auditions take place during the first week of classes in the fall

Must students re-audition once they are in the Wind Ensemble?
Yes.  Second-semester auditions are held for most instruments.

If I don't have an instrument, can I get one to play in the Wind Ensemble?
Yes.  Please contact Ed Risinger about instrument availability and access

Can I play a solo with an ensemble?
The School of Music hosts an annual concerto/aria competition.  The audition is held in November and the winners of the competition solo with the Civic Orchestra in February.

How many concerts does the Wind Ensemble perform each year?
Four to five concerts per year.  Additionally, the Wind Ensemble usually tours in the Spring semester.

When and where does the Orchestra rehearse?
Rehearsals take place in Room 167 of the School of Music (Presser Hall).  The Wind Ensemble rehearses Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 12:30 to 1:50.