The K-State Wind Ensemble (formerly Symphony Band), directed by Dr. Frank Tracz, performs the finest original works and transcriptions for concert band and wind ensemble. The Chamber Winds program also focuses on a variety of original works written for chamber winds of varying instrumentation.
As the premier concert ensemble at K-State, the Wind Ensemble regularly travels to perform at regional, state, national and international concert venues.
December 2, 2009 With Guest Composer, John Mackey McCain Auditorium 7:30pm |
Dramatic Fanfares, Morton Gould |
January 23, 2010 Concert Band Clinic Weekend McCain Auditorium, 3p.m. |
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February 21, 2010 McCain Auditorium 3:00pm |
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May 2, 2010 Guest Ensemble, Haven High School Concert Band McCain Auditorium 7:30pm |
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Each Spring semester, the K-State Wind Ensemble & Concert Band host a middle school and/or high school band to pair up for a concert in McCain Auditorium. This unique opportunity allows these young students a performance opportunity in a professional setting and to observe one of the top two concert ensembles on the K-State campus. Participants have included:
Manhattan Middle School, Scott Freeby
Manhattan High School, Rod Mangus
Maize High School, Jerry Stone
Buhler High School, Eric Stambaugh
St. Marys School, Warren Sikel
Highand Park High School, Luke Chaffee
Louisburg High School, John Cissitti
Riley County Schools, Joel Nagley
Marion High School, Mike Connell
Junction City High School, T.J. Taylor
Cowley College, Gary Gackstetter
Lansing High School, Luke Johnson
Smokey Valley High School, Shawn Knopp
Manhattan Catholic Schools, Kim Thomas
McPherson High School, Kyle Hopkins
Goessel High School, Mike Connell
Goddard High School Marla Webber
