Symphony Band
A large group of wind and percussion instrumentalists performing standard concert band literature. This is an ensemble for everyone.
MUS 1111–4111 (1) / Dr. J. Jossim, director / Rehearsals: M 1:30 to 3:05 p.m.; T, Th 1:45 to 3:30 p.m.
Music Ensembles
There's a place for you in Music.
Perform Alongside World-Class Artists
The Florida Southern College Department of Music offers a wide variety of opportunities to make music, an enriching experience that complements your education, no matter your major. Our ensembles include bands, orchestras, and choirs for musicians at all levels, along with several smaller chamber groups for singers and instrumentalists. Whether you're an experienced performer or a hobbyist, we have a group for you.
As a member of one of our ensembles, you'll learn from accomplished faculty and world-class guest artists. For more than 50 years, the Festival of Fine Arts has given students the chance to perform alongside artists including André Watts, Sylvia McNair, Nat Adderley, Bobby McFerrin, Marvin Stamm, Carol Channing, and Beverly Wolff.
How to Join
Joining is simple: register for the ensemble you'd like to join. Auditions are held during the first week of rehearsals for placement only, and based on your audition, you may even be recommended for an ensemble scholarship.
Bands
If you enjoyed playing in band in high school or church and want to keep playing, don't be shy about signing up. We even have some instruments available for check-out.
Jazz Ensemble
Performs music written for contemporary big band along with the compositions and arrangements of Count Basie, Duke Ellington, and other jazz greats. The ensemble is in frequent demand on campus, in the community, and at jazz festivals. Past guests include Bill Watrous, Ernie Watts, Jimmy Cobb, Vincent Herring, and Nat Adderley. All interested students should attend the first scheduled class meeting.
MUS 1113–4113 (1) / Dr. Jeff Benatar, director / Rehearsals: W, F 1:20 to 3:05 p.m.
Choral
The choral area is one of the most visible and vibrant parts of the music program at FSC. The size and popularity of the choral program reflect the character and ability of our students and showcase music-making at the highest level.
Whether you have a musical background — church, middle, or high school choir, or instrumental experience — or simply want to learn to sing, there's a place for you in an FSC choir. You'll meet people from virtually every academic discipline, continue your vocal development, sharpen your musicianship, and build lasting friendships along the way.
Chamber Singers
Florida Southern's premiere touring ensemble: a mixed group of 25 to 30 members chosen by audition for their vocal and sight-reading abilities. The ensemble specializes in chamber music from the Renaissance to the present and performs both on campus and in the community.
MUS 1101–4401 (1) / Rehearsals: M, W, F 1:20 to 2:30 p.m.; T 1:45 to 3 p.m.
Concert Choir
A mixed ensemble open to anyone on campus, no audition required. The group performs repertoire from the classical period to the present, focusing on larger, extended works, and performs each semester in the beautiful Branscomb Auditorium with the orchestra.
MUS 1109–4409 (1) / Rehearsals: T, Th 1:45 to 3 p.m.
Symphony Orchestra
Founded in 1995, the Florida Southern College Symphony Orchestra has established itself as a premier musical ensemble. The orchestra takes pride in the diversity of its repertoire, with works by composers such as Glass, Shostakovich, Mahler, Beethoven, Crumb, Copland, Mozart, and Biber, among many others. The FSC Symphony has performed numerous world and Florida premieres and provides the orchestra for the Florida Southern College Opera Theatre. Membership is open to all FSC students.
MUS 1121–4421 (1) / Rehearsals: M, W, F 3:15 to 5 p.m.
Small Ensembles
More performance opportunities are available through our many small ensembles: Flute Choir, Clarinet Choir, Saxophone Choir, Horn Choir, Trumpet Choir, Trombone Choir, Tuba Choir, Percussion Ensemble, Woodwind Quintet, Brass Quintet, String Quartet, Piano Trio, String Trio, and Steel Drums. To get involved with any of these, contact the music department at 863.680.4229.
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