Symphonic Band

The Wheaton College Symphonic Band performs traditional and contemporary wind band music, joining a tradition of musical excellence on the Wheaton College campus for over 125 years. It is a remarkable mix of music and liberal arts majors who enjoy working together and sharing their musical gifts with others. The Symphonic Band rehearses for an hour and a half, two days a week, and participates in regular devotions, service projects, and social activities. Two major performances are presented every semester, in addition to special programming including children’s concerts, holiday performances, and tours.

The Wheaton College Symphonic Band is an all-campus ensemble of 70 musicians. Rehearsals are Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:15-4:45 PM and Symphonic Band is a full-year course.

2013-2014 Performances:

Children’s Concerts (Oct 15 & 17)
Fall Concert (Nov 9)
Winter Concert (Feb 8)
Spring Concert (Apr 11)
Festival of Faith (May 9)

Instrumentation: flute, oboe, bassoon, clarinets, saxophones, trumpet, french horn, trombone, euphonium, tuba, string bass, harp, piano, percussion

Auditions consist of the following prepared items:

1.5 minute "lyrical" selection of your choosing
1.5 minute "technical" selection of your choosing
Chromatic scale slurred up and down
Sight-reading

Auditions are held in August before the first week of classes. You can schedule an audition by contacting Dr. Yontz at Timothy.Yontz@wheaton.edu.

Dr. Timothy Yontz, conductor

Timothy.Yontz@wheaton.edu