Performance Opportunities: Wind Symphony

Directed by: Prof. Mark Camphouse

This select ensemble is comprised of the most outstanding wind and percussion players in the Department of Music and the University. The mission of this group is to perform the best literature available for wind band while emphasizing soloistic and orchestral performance practice. The Wind Symphony ranks among the finest collegiate wind bands in the Commonwealth, and performs the best in new band literature (including student compositions) as well as more traditional repertoire. The ensemble’s CD recordings A Shared Vision of Excellence and The Divine Comedy under Prof. Anthony Maiello’s direction have enjoyed favorable reviews both nationally and internationally. Currently under the direction of composer-conductor Prof. Mark Camphouse, the Wind Symphony has recently been honored with an invitation to perform at the 2007 Virginia Music Educators Conference in Norfolk, Virginia. Former members have gone on to enjoy highly successful teaching and performing careers.