Festival Winds
Type of Ensemble
Festival Winds is a wind ensemble for woodwind, brass and percussion students. All students must have at least one year of playing experience and the ability to read music is required.
The conductor of Festival Winds is
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Festival Winds meets from 5:30pm-6:45pm at OCU in BL01.
Rehearsals & Performances
Rehearsals take place each Monday night September through May in the Wanda L. Bass School of Music at Oklahoma City University. Students should bring their instrument(s), necessary accessories, a music stand, music, and a pencil to each rehearsal. There are periodic breaks scheduled that generally follow the public school academic calendar. Season schedules are made available to families each summer. Festival Winds performs three to four concerts per year, depending on the season. Performances typically take place at either Oklahoma City University or the Performing Arts Theatre at Oklahoma City Community College.
Auditions
Auditions are NOT REQUIRED for Festival Winds. Students may enroll in Festival Winds beginning in May for the following season.
Membership Dues
2024-25 Festival Winds Membership Dues are $445, and Special Scholarships are available for those who need assistance.​
Family Discounts of 15% are also available for households with more than one student participating in OKYO ensembles. ​
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***Test Drive Festival Winds before committing to the full year. Students registering for Festival Winds may attend rehearsals in September and October without a financial commitment. The Test Drive period still requires registration in advance.
Payment of Membership Dues is required by November 10, 2024.