Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble

The Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble, organized in the fall of 1990, is composed of 46 of the finest musicians from the Phoenix metropolitan area. These musicians are dedicated to the performance of outstanding wind/band literature and have provided the Valley of the Sun with a special cultural experience of the highest quality.

Under the direction of Dr. Michael Willson the ensemble is critically acclaimed for its high caliber of performance and is recognized as one of the finest wind ensembles in the United States. In December 2002 the ensemble was awarded the “Sudler Silver Scroll” by the John Philip Sousa Foundation, the highest award given to adult community bands.

In December of 1995 the ensemble appeared at the Mid-West International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, one of the highest honors a band can receive.

"The ensemble members, professional music educators and performers, play very, very well... Their attacks are pristine, their shaping of phrases intelligent... They play with true ensemble that goes beyond rhythmic unity to create a sense that, for example, all eight clarinets are playing as one"
— Phoenix Gazette.

Upcoming Performances

Concerts at Tempe Center for The Arts

November 8

That Others May Live

7:00 pm — Sunday, November 8, 2009

A Musical Salute to the Veterans of the Armed Forces featuring Patriotic and stirring music to remind us of the sacrifices made in our behalf. Selections will include well known marches, fanfares and other audience favorites.

March 8

Contemporary Classics

7:30 pm — Monday, March 8, 2010

This evening of music written for the concert band will include selections that are recognized as significant works. Pieces by Shostakovich, Reed, Persichetti, and Nelson will be featured.

March 9

TSWE High School Band Festival

Tuesday, March 9, 2010
Performance Times to be Announced

Four of Arizona’s finest high school bands will perform in concert, followed by a performance by the Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble. These gifted young musicians will present outstanding performances not to be missed.

April 12

British Band Classics

7:30 pm — Monday, April 12, 2010

The music of Holst, Vaughan Williams, Arnold, and Grainger are the foundation of contemporary wind literature. The beloved music of these composers will be performed.


	Home The Conductor The Musicians Tempe Center for the Arts Awards & Honors Support & Donations Contact Info The Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble, organized in the fall of 1990, is composed of 46 of the finest musicians from the Phoenix metropolitan area. These musicians are dedicated to the performance of outstanding wind/band literature and have provided the Valley of the Sun with a special cultural experience of the highest quality. Under the direction of Dr. Michael Willson the ensemble is critically acclaimed for its high caliber of performance and is recognized as one of the finest wind ensembles in the United States. In December 2002 the ensemble was awarded the “Sudler Silver Scroll” by the John Philip Sousa Foundation, the highest award given to adult community bands. In December of 1995 the ensemble appeared at the Mid-West International Band and Orchestra Clinic in Chicago, one of the highest honors a band can receive. "The ensemble members, professional music educators and performers, play very, very well... Their attacks are pristine, their shaping of phrases intelligent... They play with true ensemble that goes beyond rhythmic unity to create a sense that, for example, all eight clarinets are playing as one" — Phoenix Gazette. Upcoming Performances Concerts at Tempe Center for The Arts November 8 That Others May Live 7:00 pm — Sunday, November 8, 2009 A Musical Salute to the Veterans of the Armed Forces featuring Patriotic and stirring music to remind us of the sacrifices made in our behalf. Selections will include well known marches, fanfares and other audience favorites. March 8 Contemporary Classics 7:30 pm — Monday, March 8, 2010 This evening of music written for the concert band will include selections that are recognized as significant works. Pieces by Shostakovich, Reed, Persichetti, and Nelson will be featured. March 9 TSWE High School Band Festival Tuesday, March 9, 2010 Performance Times to be Announced Four of Arizona’s finest high school bands will perform in concert, followed by a performance by the Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble. These gifted young musicians will present outstanding performances not to be missed. April 12 British Band Classics 7:30 pm — Monday, April 12, 2010 The music of Holst, Vaughan Williams, Arnold, and Grainger are the foundation of contemporary wind literature. The beloved music of these composers will be performed.

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