Wind Ensemble
The UTC Wind Ensemble is the flagship concert wind band at The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga. The Wind Ensemble performs a varied repertoire ranging from the most cutting-edge literature to cornerstone pieces from the wind band literature. Membership in the Wind Ensemble is open to all UTC students, regardless of major. Seating in the ensemble is based on an audition that takes place before the semester’s start. The Wind Ensemble performs several concerts each year and is heavily involved in the Tri-State Honor Band in January. This academic year, the Wind Ensemble will be performing at the prestigious Carnegie Hall in New York City!
The Wind Ensemble is under the direction of Professor Randall Coleman and is assisted by Dr. Christopher Lawhorne. Feel free to email Professor Coleman with any questions about the Wind Ensemble at [email protected]
UTC Wind Ensemble Audition Information: 2025 - 2026
All students are eligible to audition for a seat in the UTC Wind Ensemble. The Wind Ensemble rehearses on Tuesday and Thursday from 3:30 PM until 5:20 PM. The auditions for the upcoming year will take place on Sunday, August 17. Any UTC student interested in auditioning for the Wind Ensemble should sign up for a time slot below.
The audition etudes can be accessed below:
Please note that there will not be a formal audition for the Wind Ensemble for the spring semester. Auditions will be held to fill any seats vacated by graduating members or members who will be taking part in their student teaching internships in the spring. The UTC Wind Ensemble will be presenting a full concert in CARNEGIE HALL in New York City on Wednesday, March 18, 2026! Full details of the trip to New York will be available in the first week of classes. Please feel free to reach out to Professor Coleman ([email protected]) with any questions.