The Sudler Silver Scroll

The Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble is proud to be a holder of The Sudler Silver Scroll, North America’s most prestigious award for Community Concert Bands.

The Sudler Silver Scroll identifies, recognizes and honors those community bands that have demonstrated particularly high standards of excellence in concert activities over a period of several years, and which have played a significant and leading role in the cultural and musical environment in their respective communities.

Sudler Silver Scroll Nominations

Nominations can be received from any source and at any time. The nominations must be sent to the Chairman of the Sudler Silver Scroll Committee. An Official Application will be forwarded to the director of the band nominated and the chairman will bring the completed applications to the annual meeting of the selection committee which takes place in December at the Mid-West International Band Clinic in Chicago. Deadline for entry: November 1st.

The Selection Committee is composed of successful community band directors who have experienced a number of successful years as band conductors. The committee will review the nominee’s programs and other supporting material and the final decision will be made by majority vote of the committee members present.

More info available at the John Philip Sousa Foundation web site.

Tempe Wind ensemble plays for the love of it

The Tempe Republic: Giving Back: Wednesday, November 29, 2006

The Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble in its 17th season of enriching the community with free music performmces. The 46-member volunteer ensemble meets weekly to practice under the direction of founder and conductor Michael "Doc " Willson.

When I started the group, I just gathered a handful of professional players that I knew and grew from there Willson said.

The ensemble has become so widely respected among professional wind instrument players that there is a lengthy waiting list to join.
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Honored Appearance at Mid-West International Band Clinic

The TSWE has been a featured ensemble at the internationally renowned Mid-West International Band Clinic in Chicago, Illinois.

Music Educators National Convention

The TSWE is proud to have performed for the Music Educators National Convention (MENC).

Association of Concert Bands National Convention

The TSWE is proud to have performed for the Association of Concert Bands (ACB) National Convention.

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 Sudler Silver Scroll The Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble is proud to be a holder of The Sudler Silver Scroll, North America’s most prestigious award for Community Concert Bands. The Sudler Silver Scroll identifies, recognizes and honors those community bands that have demonstrated particularly high standards of excellence in concert activities over a period of several years, and which have played a significant and leading role in the cultural and musical environment in their respective communities. Sudler Silver Scroll Nominations Nominations can be received from any source and at any time. The nominations must be sent to the Chairman of the Sudler Silver Scroll Committee. An Official Application will be forwarded to the director of the band nominated and the chairman will bring the completed applications to the annual meeting of the selection committee which takes place in December at the Mid-West International Band Clinic in Chicago. Deadline for entry: November 1st. The Selection Committee is composed of successful community band directors who have experienced a number of successful years as band conductors. The committee will review the nominee’s programs and other supporting material and the final decision will be made by majority vote of the committee members present. More info available at the John Philip Sousa Foundation web site. Tempe Wind ensemble plays for the love of it The Tempe Republic: Giving Back: Wednesday, November 29, 2006 The Tempe Symphonic Wind Ensemble in its 17th season of enriching the community with free music performmces. The 46-member volunteer ensemble meets weekly to practice under the direction of founder and conductor Michael "Doc " Willson. When I started the group, I just gathered a handful of professional players that I knew and grew from there Willson said. The ensemble has become so widely respected among professional wind instrument players that there is a lengthy waiting list to join. continued... (Read full article) Honored Appearance at Mid-West International Band Clinic The TSWE has been a featured ensemble at the internationally renowned Mid-West International Band Clinic in Chicago, Illinois. Music Educators National Convention The TSWE is proud to have performed for the Music Educators National Convention (MENC). Association of Concert Bands National Convention The TSWE is proud to have performed for the Association of Concert Bands (ACB) National Convention. 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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