Wind Ensemble

The NCSSM Wind Ensemble is a large ensemble of wind and percussion players who wish to challenge themselves musically while having fun and building a sense of community. The ensemble is open to all musicians, regardless of skill level, but it is recommended that players have at least two years of prior music study. The focus of this course will be to build ensemble skills while also strengthening individual musicianship through fundamental musical elements, including tone, articulation, style, intonation, balance and blend, and expression. Students will study and perform literature from a variety of styles, genres, time periods, and cultural perspectives, and they should expect to give 2-3 performances per semester.