Instrumental Ensembles

UNIVERSITY WIND ENSEMBLE

This ensemble is the premier instrumental performing ensemble in the Claflin University band program. Comprised of the top wind and percussion students in the program, this ensemble performs both traditional and contemporary instrumental literature.

Open to all students. Audition and permission of instructor (Mr. Thurman Hollins).

CHAMBER WINDS

This select group of the strongest instrumentalists performing classical and contemporary chamber music for a variety of mixed instruments. Personnel are selected from the University Wind Ensemble and superior music reading skills are required.

Audition Only at the discretion of the director (Mr. Thurman Hollins).

JAZZ ENSEMBLE (BIG BAND)

This ensemble is the premier jazz performing ensemble at Claflin University. They perform throughout the year with a full catalog of various styles of jazz including swing, bebop, Latin, and fusion. Ensemble membership is open to all students and superior music reading skills are required.

Audition and/or permission of the instructor (Mr. Endre Rice).

JAZZ COMBOS

These small ensembles are formed each semester for the purpose of exploring traditional and contemporary jazz in a more intimate and challenging setting. Personnel are selected from the University Jazz Ensemble and both superior music reading skills and improvisational skills are required.

Audition Only at the discretion of the director (Mr. Endre Rice).

THE PANTHER PEP BAND

This instrumental ensemble performs at all home basketball games and is one of the most popular ensembles for the non-music student. The pep band is known for lively arrangements of the latest hits and for promoting school spirit at each game. Its members represent all departments and majors throughout the campus.

Open to all students. Audition and permission of instructor (Mr. Thurman Hollins).