Georgia Woodwind Quintet

swp_uga_0020-(ZF-3152-93607-1-004).jpgThe Georgia Woodwind Quintet is Ensemble in Residence at the Hugh Hodgson School of Music.. Since its founding in 1967, the quintet has maintained an active schedule performing woodwind chamber music from the early quintets of Danzi and Reicha to twentieth-century compositions.

The quintet champions new compositions for woodwinds. It has sponsored seven Symposia for New Woodwind Quintet Music at the University of Georgia since 1978 and recorded a compact disc of winning compositions from past Symposia entitled Twigs: Winning Compositions from the University of Georgia Symposia for New Woodwind Quintet Music by ACA Digital Recordings, Inc.

ARCO Chamber Orchestra

The ARCO Chamber Orchestra was originally founded in Russia in 1989 at the Moscow Tchaikovsky Conservatory by Levon Ambartsumian. When Mr. Ambartsumian joined the University of Georgia's School of Music  faculty in In 1995, he remained the artistic director and conductor of the orchestra, moving its home base to the Hugh Hodgson School of Music, where the ensemble has now become a talented international blend of musicians.

Since its creation, Ambartsumian has led UGA's ARCO Chamber Orchestra, commercially releasing 15 CDs and has performing four times in Carnegie Hall's Weill Recital Hall. In 2011, ARCO was invited to perform at La Fenice, the world famous Opera House in Venice, Italy.

Watch the documentary ARCO in Venice, 2013 Merit Award winner, Georgia Association of Broadcasters Awards

Levon Ambartsumian & ARCO Chamber Orchestra YouTube Channel

Wind Ensemble

The UGA Wind Ensemble has earned an international reputation for its artistry, precision, sensitivity, and musicianship. Membership, determined each semester by blind audition, includes the most accomplished graduate and undergraduate UGA music majors. Employing flexible scoring, the Wind Ensemble (one musician per part) performs chamber works as well as large scale compositions, fresh ink and classics, and music from around the world.

Championing the performance of new music, the ensemble has a rich history of commissioning emerging and established composers. In addition to commissioning and premiering new works, the Wind Ensemble tours nationally and internationally, hosts acclaimed guest artists, and records on the Naxos label. Recent performances include tours in Argentina, France, and Switzerland, as well as featured appearances at the 2009 National CBDNA conference (Austin, TX), and the 2013 American Bandmasters Association Convention (Tampa, FL). 

For more information, visit the University Bands website.

Wind Symphony

As one of the University of Georgia's large wind bands, the Wind Symphony has performed extensively throughout the Southeast, including concerts at regional conferences of the College Band Directors National Association and the annual Georgia Music Educators Association In-Service Conferences.

 The Wind Symphony meets year-round, performing the finest standard and new repertoire for wind band at several concerts each season in the UGA Performing Arts Center. The Wind Symphony regularly features outstanding guest artists and performs collaborative concerts with Georgia High School Bands.

Membership is determined by blind audition and includes undergraduate music majors, music minors, and gifted non-majors who are preparing for careers in performance, music education, or a life-long involvement with music.

 

For more information, visit the University Bands website.

 

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Symphonic Band

Experienced undergraduate music majors, minors, and non-majors from across campus are all invited to participate in the University of Georgia Symphonic Band, one of the Hugh Hodgson School of Music's large wind bands.   The Symphonic Band focuses on the classic band repertoire as well as exciting new music, and has recorded for C. Alan Publications. The newly organized Undergraduate Conducting Apprentice Program is also hosted by the Symphonic Band, and the ensemble presents a year-long concert series at the UGA Performing Arts Center.

Michael Robinson leads the UGA Symphonic Band.  Membership is determined each semester by blind audition.



For more information, visit the University Bands website.

Redcoat Marching Band

Known for its appearances at University of Georgia football games, the Redcoat Marching Band (MUSI 4835) was founded 1905 as a section of the UGA Military Department.  What started as 20 military cadets slowly grew into the band's current roster of over 400 male and female students representing the diversity of the University of Georgia at Bulldog football games.

The Redcoat Marching Band is under the direction of Brett Bawcum, Assistant Director of Bands and Director of Athletic Bands. All University students are invited to apply for membership, which is determined by audition. Membership requires a weekly rehearsal schedule and performance at all the UGA home football games. When attendance does not infringe on academic requirements, attendance at away games is required.

 

Woodwinds

UGA Woodwinds

The Hugh Hodgson School of Music’s woodwind department features internationally recognized faculty, attracting talented young musicians from the United States and abroad.

Woodwind students at the Hodgson School enjoy countless opportunities for solo and ensemble performances, including annual concerto competitions. Students have the opportunity to participate in and collaborate with the Hodgson School's numerous small chamber ensembles, orchestras, bands, and choirs. Additionally, student musicians can also gain valuable interactive performance and teaching experience by participating in one of the Hodgson School's numerous educational and community outreach programs.

 

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