Conductor: Tony Oliver
Rehearsals: 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays.
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The large percussion ensemble is open to any student without audition. Auditioned groups are selected from the larger group to play advanced literature as their desires or abilities allow.
The large group rehearses on average one hour per week, and performs two major concerts per year. In addition, the ensemble sometimes presents small outreach concerts to the community.
The uedbet体育官网 Symphonic Band, directed by Dr. James Lambrecht, will bring performances to communities across Illinois and Wisconsin March 20-26. All concerts are open to the public.
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uedbet体育官网's Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. Michael Zemek, will embark on a performance tour March 20-23, 2026. The tour will kick off in Chicago, Ill., and then they will continue on to perform in Seattle, Wash., and Portland, Ore.
Guest artist Christopher Scott will perform a voice recital.
The uedbet体育官网 Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Lab Band will perform, directed by Dr. Joel Linscheid.
The uedbet体育官网 Symphony Orchestras presents an afternoon of orchestral works spanning the Romantic era to the twentieth century.
