Instrumental Ensembles

University Symphony Orchestra
Dr. Tom Zelle, Conductor
Devoted to the study and preparation of orchestral literature from the Baroque era to the present through regular rehearsal and performance, the University Symphony Orchestra periodically collaborates with vocalists to present choral and operatic literature and to tour. Open to music majors and non-music majors by audition.

Concert Band
Dr. Joe Lill, Conductor
Open to all wind and percussion players, this group is dedicated to the performance of band and wind ensemble music, both original music and transcriptions. Performances include on-campus concerts each term. Open to music majors and non-music majors; no audition is required.

Jazz Ensemble
Dr. Joe Lill, Conductor
The Jazz Ensemble, made up of a select group of wind, rhythm, and percussion players who have been selected by audition, performs a repertoire of music by large jazz groups from the big band era to the present. An on-campus concert is presented each term, along with occasional outside performances. Open to music majors and non-music majors by audition.

Jazz Combo
The Jazz Combo, a group of musicians selected by audition, studies jazz music of all eras, with an emphasis on individual improvisation. Open to music majors and non-music majors by audition.

String, Brass, and Woodwind Chamber Ensembles
Small performing groups with two or more participants pursue the study and performance of literature for duos, trios, quartets, and more with weekly faculty coaching. Open to music majors and non-music majors by audition.