Ensembles

Each WVHS band ensemble focuses on the study and performance of various tstyles of instrumental music through a variety of performing media, critical listening, and analysis.

Each ensemble has the opportunity to survey music history, compositional technique, careers in music, and experiences in electronic music technology. There is also a strong emphasis on the development of individual musicianship.

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Wind Ensemble
Director: Josh Chodoroff
The Wind Ensemble offers the most advanced instrumental experience through study and performance of master works for winds and percussion. Due to the soloistic nature of part assignments,there is a strong emphasis on individual preparation and performance. The Wind Ensemble performs on seasonal concerts, and participates in state and district festivals and contests. Membership is determined by audition. Rehearsals: full band during 3rd period; sectionals and chamber music during 4th period.

Wind Symphony
Director: Chris Dandeles
This ensemble provides sophisticated instrumental experiences through study and performance of master works for winds and percussion. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of technique classes. The Wind Symphony performs on seasonal concerts, and participates in state and district festivals and contests. Membership is determined by audition. Rehearsals: 8th period.

Symphonic Band I/II
Directors: Chris Dandeles, Josh Chodoroff and Caitlynne Burgess
These ensembles include band members grades 10-12, and concentrate on
sophisticated repertoire for symphonic band. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of technique classes. The Symphonic Bands perform on seasonal concerts, and some members may have the opportunity to participate in state and district festivals and contests. Membership in Symphonic Band I is determined by audition; any other interested players in grades 10-12 can join Symphonic Band II without an audition. Rehearsals: Symphonic Band II during 1st period and Symphonic Band I during 2nd period.

Concert Band I/II
Director: Andy Burkemper
These ensembles, comprised entirely of freshmen, perform core repertoire for winds and percussion. Students will have formative experiences in analysis and expressive performance. Members are expected to advance their musicianship through completion of technique classes. The Concert Bands perform on seasonal concerts, and some members may have the opportunity to participate in state and district festivals and contests. Membership in Concert Band I is determined by audition; all other freshmen should enroll in Concert Band II. Rehearsals: Concert Band I during 3rd period and Concert Band II during 9th period.

Music Clips

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Wind Ensemble
"Tunbridge Fair"
Walter Piston

"Vientos y Tangos"
Michael Gandalfi

Wind Symphony
"Folk Song Suite"
Ralph Vaughan Williams

"Variations on America"
Charles Ives