Ensembles
Whether you are a music major, minor or non-major, you are invited to be involved in our outstanding performing ensembles! Some of our ensembles require an audition, while many others do not.
Below is a brief description of the various ensembles. Please select "Find Out More" under each ensemble to learn about audition and rehearsal time requirements.
Instrumental Ensembles
University Symphony Orchestra
The University Symphony Orchestra (MusA 122/322/522), directed by Dr. Ferenc Cseszko, is open to all students by audition. The Orchestra plays master works from all musical periods, concentrating on the "classics" of orchestral repertoire.
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The University Symphony Orchestra (MusA 122/322/522), directed by Dr. Ferenc Cseszko, is open to all students by audition. The Orchestra plays master works from all musical periods, concentrating on the "classics" of orchestral repertoire.
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Wind Ensemble
The University Wind Ensemble (MusA 320/520), directed by Professor Alan Gemberling, is open to all students by audition. It is comprised of about fifty undergraduate and graduate students, and performs the finest in concert band and wind ensemble literature.
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The University Wind Ensemble (MusA 320/520), directed by Professor Alan Gemberling, is open to all students by audition. It is comprised of about fifty undergraduate and graduate students, and performs the finest in concert band and wind ensemble literature.
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University Concert Band
The University Concert Band (MusA 121/321/521), directed by Dr. Torrey Lawrence, is open to all students and no audition is required.
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The University Concert Band (MusA 121/321/521), directed by Dr. Torrey Lawrence, is open to all students and no audition is required.
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Vandal Marching Band
The Vandal Marching Band (MusA 119/319/519), directed by Dr. Torrey Lawrence, is open to all students during the Fall semester (no auditions required). The Idaho band has a reputation that extends far beyond the Northwest.
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The Vandal Marching Band (MusA 119/319/519), directed by Dr. Torrey Lawrence, is open to all students during the Fall semester (no auditions required). The Idaho band has a reputation that extends far beyond the Northwest.
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Vocal Ensembles
Vandaleer Concert Choir
The Vandaleer Concert Choir (MusA 116/316/516), directed by Dr. Michael Murphy, is open to all students by audition. Vandaleers performs classical music of all eras and genres, from Gregorian chant to contemporary choral works as well as folk songs and ethnic repertoire from the United States and around the globe.
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The Vandaleer Concert Choir (MusA 116/316/516), directed by Dr. Michael Murphy, is open to all students by audition. Vandaleers performs classical music of all eras and genres, from Gregorian chant to contemporary choral works as well as folk songs and ethnic repertoire from the United States and around the globe.
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Opera and Musical Theatre Studio
The Opera and Musical Theatre Studio (MusA 380/580), is open to all students by audition. The workshop performs operas and opera scenes, as well as musical theater excerpts and Broadway shows.
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The Opera and Musical Theatre Studio (MusA 380/580), is open to all students by audition. The workshop performs operas and opera scenes, as well as musical theater excerpts and Broadway shows.
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University Chorus
The University Chorus (MusA 117/317/517), directed by Dr. Michael Murphy, is open to University students and adult community members without an audition.
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The University Chorus (MusA 117/317/517), directed by Dr. Michael Murphy, is open to University students and adult community members without an audition.
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Jazz Ensembles
Jazz Band Ensembles
Jazz Band Ensembles (MusA 323/523) are an integral part of our band program. There are four active bands that are open to both music and non-music majors by audition. Public appearances include numerous campus concerts, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival and some travel for off-campus concerts and festivals.
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Jazz Band Ensembles (MusA 323/523) are an integral part of our band program. There are four active bands that are open to both music and non-music majors by audition. Public appearances include numerous campus concerts, the Lionel Hampton Jazz Festival and some travel for off-campus concerts and festivals.
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Jazz Choir Ensembles
The award-winning jazz choir program, under the direction of Professor Dan Bukvich, is the largest of its kind in the country, involving over 200 students each semester. The program consists of two ensembles.
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The award-winning jazz choir program, under the direction of Professor Dan Bukvich, is the largest of its kind in the country, involving over 200 students each semester. The program consists of two ensembles.
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Chamber Ensembles
Chamber Music Ensembles
Chamber music opportunities include Bassoon Ensemble, Brass and Woodwind Quintets, Classical Guitar Ensemble, Cello/Bass Choir, Flute Choir, Percussion Ensemble, Saxophone Quartets, String Chamber Music Ensembles, Trombone Ensemble, Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, and other ensemble and chamber music opportunities.
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Chamber music opportunities include Bassoon Ensemble, Brass and Woodwind Quintets, Classical Guitar Ensemble, Cello/Bass Choir, Flute Choir, Percussion Ensemble, Saxophone Quartets, String Chamber Music Ensembles, Trombone Ensemble, Tuba/Euphonium Ensemble, and other ensemble and chamber music opportunities.
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