Band at MU

The Manchester University Symphonic Band is comprised of students from across all academic areas on campus. Student musicians who perform with MUSB have a wide variety of experiences and backgrounds. This unique aspect allows the ensemble to continually broaden the scope of its traditional repertoire, in addition to gaining an understanding of current wind band literature trends.

Auditions for the MUSB take place at the beginning of each semester. A typical audition consists of scales and sight-reading. If a student wishes to perform a prepared piece, he/she may do so at any time during the audition. A brief question and answer time is also available to respond to any inquiries you may have about the program.

Scholarships are also available for MUSB particpants. All scholarship auditions must be completed by March 1 of the previous academic year. Our Audition Guidelines page has more information about the scholarship audition procedure.

Our performance schedule for this year includes:

Homecoming Concert

Friday, Oct. 7, 2011, 7 p.m.
Features A Capella Choir, Manchester University Symphonic Band, and Jazz Ensemble

Cordier Auditorium

Free

Symphonic Band/Jazz Ensemble Concert
Friday, Dec. 9, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Cordier Auditorium
$5; MU students free

Symphonic Band/Jazz Ensemble Concert
Friday, March 9, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Cordier Auditorium
$5; MU students free

Symphonic Band/Jazz Ensemble Concert
Wednesday, May 9, 2012, 7:30 p.m.
Cordier Auditorium
$5; MU students free

If you have any further questions, feel free to contact Prof. Scott Humphries: 260-982-5331 or you may email him at cphumphries@manchester.edu