Wind Ensemble
Website and Audition Information
Founded in 1979, the Wind Ensemble is comprised of the top wind and percussion students
at the university and performs the finest wind band literature. The ensemble has worked
with and sponsored commissions from Pulitzer Prize winning composers such as William
Bolcom, John Corigliano, Karel Husa, Jennifer Higdon, Michael Schelle, and Joseph
Schwantner. In addition, the Ensemble has also had the opportunity to work with the
renowned Dutch composer Louis Andreissen. The IWU Wind Ensemble annual Solo Competition
allows student winners to perform as a soloist with the Ensemble. The Ensemble performs
several concerts throughout the year and tours regularly. The group has appeared at
the College Band Directors National Association Conference, and the Illinois Music
Educators Association Conference.