Symphonic Wind Orchestra
SUSWO is the only auditioned wind orchestra at the University of Southampton and is open to all woodwind, brass, and percussion players. Originally founded by woodwind and brass players at the University, we are a friendly ensemble that welcomes talented musicians from across the University. We play a varied and challenging repertoire to a high standard, giving our members the opportunity to perform regularly as part of a talented ensemble. Auditions take place every September/October, and the orchestra has approximately forty members. We aim to perform three concerts a year, as well as going on a joint European tour with the other auditioned ensembles (SUSO, Sinfonietta). If you are interested in finding out more about SUSWO and how to book an audition, please email susymphonicwindorchestra@gmail.com
SUSWO is the only auditioned wind orchestra at the University of Southampton and is open to woodwind, brass, and percussion players. Originally founded by woodwind and brass players at the University, we are a friendly ensemble that welcomes talented musicians from across the University. We play varied and challenging repertoire to a high standard, giving our members the opportunity to perform regularly as part of a talented ensemble!
Auditions take place every September, and the orchestra has approximately forty to fifty members. We aim to perform three concerts a year, as well as going on a joint European tour with fellow music societies SUSO and Sinfonietta.
Members are chosen through an audition process that takes place at the start of each academic year, and the orchestra is run by a student committee who are elected annually at our AGM. The committee works closely with the Musical Director every year to choose challenging and enjoyable repertoire for each concert, as well as ensuring that the orchestra runs smoothly behind the scenes.
If you are interested in finding out more about SUSWO, please email suswo@soton.ac.uk or go to our Facebook page.
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Symphonic Wind Orchestra this year are:
Librarian
Orchestral Manager
President
Publicity Secretary
Secretary
Social Secretary
Tour Secretary
Treasurer
Vice President
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Symphonic Wind Orchestra, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year Membership | £60.00 | 30/09/2024 - 15/07/2025 | Year membership for SUSWO 24-25 | If your audition has been successful, purchasing this membership will make you a member of SUSWO for the academic year of 2024-25. You will have the opportunity to perform challenging but also enjoyable repertoire with fellow musicians of similar skill, in three concerts, as well as a tour at the close of the year. This membership is appropriate for anyone joining the orchestra for the full year. If you have joined the orchestra but know that you will not be around for both semesters, please contact the committee and they will help arrange a reduced membership. |
Constitution
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