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Western Youth Wind Ensemble
Western Youth Wind Ensemble
Western Youth Wind Ensemble
The Western Youth Wind Ensemble (WYWE) is a program for young musicians in Grades 10-12 who want to continue their musical development by working in an honour band-like environment. Students receive high-level instruction from Western University faculty members in rehearsals and sectionals and are able to develop relationships with like-minded peers.
Who can participate?
The program provides instruction for students currently in grades 10, 11 or 12 who are studying one of the following instruments: Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Saxophone (all types), Horn, Trumpet, Baritone Horn/Euphonium, Trombone, Tuba, and Percussion. Students who may not have the opportunity to participate in a formal ensemble at their school are also welcome.
In grade 6, 7, 8 or 9? Join us for the Young Winds program!
2027 information
Program details to be announced. In 2026, the program ran on 10 Saturdays (12-2pm) from January 17 - April 11 and cost $65 per student, including a $15 non-refundable registration fee.
Location
Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University
Program Coordinators
Dr. Kevin Watson teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in music education, and is the Artistic Director of the Western University Jazz Ensemble.
Dr. Colleen Richardson teaches undergraduate courses and graduate courses in music education, directs the Western University Wind Ensemble, and is Coordinator of Bands.
Inquiries
Email the Young Winds administrators at youth-wind-ensemble@groups.uwo.ca