It performs three shows per year, and plays all home football games, and some away games. Placement is based on audition. Ensemble - Dr. Ricky W. Brooks, Director of Bands Spring Only. This is the most select instrumental ensemble in the department. It plays only the finest in Wind Literature, and takes an annual tour.
Placement is based on audition.
Symphonic Band - Dr. Louis Young, Assistant Director of Bands Fall and Spring. This is the ensemble in which graduate conductors gain experience in conducting a collegiate-level ensemble. It plays the best of concert literature for band. Placement is open. UCA Chamber Orchestra - Dr. John Roscigno, Director of Orchestral Studies Fall and Spring.