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UIC Concert Band
UIC Pep Band
choral music
jazz studies
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music auditions
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Quick Contacts
email the dept. of performing arts email
the music dept. email
the theater dept.
UIC Department of Performing Arts
College of Architecture and the Arts
EPASW Bldg. 1040 W. Harrison St. MC-255
Chicago, IL 60607-7130
phone 312-996-2977 | fax 312-996-0954
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UIC Concert Band
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| This is a 60-70 member symphonic wind ensemble. Repertory includes standard band and wind ensemble, new works, and occasional transcriptions and pops fare. Directed by Prof. Randy Brion, it rehearses Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3-5 p.m. The ensemble is open, by audition, to woodwind, brass and percussion players from any college or department. Qualified alumni may participate as well.
Students take Concert Band as Mus151 and receive one hour credit per semester. Students may register for band first and then schedule an audition. Programs include four on-campus concerts a year, master classes with guest artists, and occasional guest appearances as local conventions and high schools. Tuition waiver assistance is available for exceptionally qualified players.
Go to Auditions for more details concerning audition criteria for Concert Band. To schedule an audition or to speak with someone concerning Concert Band auditions, call (312) 355-1699, send email to: UIC Concert Band, or come to room L-048, EPASW, 1040 W. Harrison St.
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UIC Pep Band
This 16-member group performs at all home basketball games of the UIC Flames. Students in this ensemble receive one hour credit for Mus156. Members must also be full-time members for the UIC Concert Band. Twelve players receive tuition waivers.
Rehearsals: Thursdays, 5-6:30 p.m., from late September to early December. Season ends in early March.
Auditions are held all summer by appointment, also the week before classes and the first week of each term. To schedule an audition or receive more information, call (312) 355-1699, or come to room L-048, EPASW, 1040 W. Harrison St.
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