Western Youth Wind Ensemble

Outreach and Community Programs Contemporary Band Pedagogy Fall Preview Day High School Composition and Songwriting Competition High School Vocal Competition Instrument Days and Special Events Western/OBA Intermediate Honour Band Kodály Certification Program New Horizons Band Spring Open House Summer Vocal Intensive Young Winds 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.

2027 Schedule

Saturday, Jan. 16, 23, 30 · 12–2pm
Saturday, Feb. 6, 13, 27 · 12–2pm
Saturday, March 6, 13 · 12–2pm
Saturday, April 3 · 12–2pm
Saturday, April 10 · 1:30pm · Final Concert (exact time TBC)

Cost

$65 per student, including a $15 non-refundable registration fee.

Registration

Registration is not considered complete until payment is received (link at end of form).

In grade 6, 7, 8 or 9? Join us for the Young Winds program!

Performances

Please read the Audience Information page before joining us on campus.
Concert programs are available for download up to a week in advance.
Durations are estimated.

Saturday, April 10, 2027 1:30pm Paul Davenport Theatre (exact time TBC)

Western Youth Wind Ensemble - Final Concert

Western Youth Wind Ensemble participants are proud to present their culminating concert for the year. The public are welcome to join family and friends for a short concert to showcase the work these young musicians have done since their session began in January.

Location

Don Wright Faculty of Music at Western University

Directions

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

If you have any questions about the program itself, email the Young Winds administrators at youth-wind-ensemble@groups.uwo.ca