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Beer City Winds (BCW) is an adult symphonic band that provides a semi-professional performing experience. Meeting and performing for eight weeks in the early summer (to accommodate students and teachers on a school-year schedule), this ensemble’s diverse membership allows for a unique instrumental community that prides itself on technical precision, musicality, and emotional depth.
There is a selection process, but no auditions are required. Members are expected to be active performing musicians. Members should be at least 18 years old and have at least 6 years of experience playing their instrument. Interested musicians must fill out the membership application (linked below), and the director will review and select the most qualified members. Ensemble balance is crucial and members will be selected based on time commitment, performing experience and ensemble needs.. Application review will begin on April 1 and all applicants will be contacted following this process.
ApplyRehearsals
Tuesdays from 6pm - 9pm
May 28 – July 16
(No rehearsal the week of July 4)
Performances
Thursday, June 20 | 7:30pm
Thursday, July 18 | 7:30pm
Tuition
$50 per 4-week session OR
$75 per summer
Leadership
Shannon Shaker, Artistic Director
Rick Maycroft, Administrative Director
