Interested students must commit to attending bi-weekly rehearsals at Randolph-Macon, schedules listed below. In addition, students must commit to performing in (usually two) ensemble concerts each semester.
Mondays & Wednesdays, 1:10 p.m. to 2:40 p.m.
Wind Ensemble is the campus musical home for all woodwind, brass, and percussion musicians. RMC Wind Ensemble performs both classic and cutting-edge band literature from across the instrumental spectrum, frequently performing both on and off campus. Open to all majors, no audition is required.
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The Jazz Improvisation Laboratory is a hands-on, collaborative musical exploration of jazz and its improvisatory elements, with both instrumentalists and vocalists joining in ever-evolving combinations.
No previous jazz or improvisation experience required.
Mondays & Wednesdays; 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Symphony Orchestra is made up of RMC’s string musicians with select winds and percussion. RMC Symphony Orchestra performs orchestral literature that spans music history and pushes modern boundaries. Like the Wind Ensemble, this group frequently performs both on and off campus. Open to all majors, no audition is required.
All participants will receive the Macon Music Award—a scholarship that totals $4,400. This brings the cost of ensemble participation and earned Randolph-Macon course credit to $250 per student.
For a sense of what to expect, check out our Instrumental Ensembles page. Learn more about the RMC Wind Ensemble and Symphony Orchestra, and view our upcoming performances.
This one’s simple! To start, just fill out this short interest form. You’ll hear back from us with more information on next steps. Be sure to provide your most up-to-date contact information.
Have questions about playing in Randolph-Macon’s Wind Ensemble or Symphony Orchestra? Reach out to our Director of Instrumental Ensembles and Associate Professor of Music, Dr. Brian Coffill.
