Elon Concert Band

Any person with previous experience playing a wind or percussion instrument is eligible to participate in the Phoenix Winds. Community members and students are welcome.

High school students will be considered with a director’s letter of recommendation.

No, all students regardless of major are welcome! The band has members representing a wide variety of majors.

No. There is no audition to join.

Absolutely! The Concert Band meet only once a week. on Tuesday nights from 7:30-9:30. The low time commitment allows you to continue to play great music, but also have time to participate in marching band or other musical ensembles, as well as take advantage of the other academic, service, and social experiences that Elon offers!

The Elon Concert Band is a traditional wind band that performs a wide variety of music while focusing on traditional and standard repertoire.

There are many reasons to join the Elon Concert Band including: continuing your musical education and getting to participate in a great ensemble experience, having the opportunity to perform creative programs, performing with spectacular guest artists, working directly with composers, and collaborating on special performances with other artistic genres such as dance and visual art! This is also an ensemble where you can test your skills on secondary instruments. The reasons are endless!

• Complete the Elon Bands Commitment form
• Enroll in MUS 1701A: Concert Band
• If you have questions, please contact Dr. Poquette at jpoquette@elon.edu

The music department will waive all fees associated with overload credits. To be eligible, you should block off your schedule for this class, come to the first rehearsal, the director will take your name and submit it to the Dean’s office. You will be added once the add/drop period has completed.