Wind Ensemble is the most select of the concert bands at Central. It is under the direction
of Mr. Alstadt. These are the most committed band instrumentalists in the program who
are dedicated to the most outstanding performing group possible.
Members of this group are expected to make a 100 percent commitment to the ensemble, including
participation in festivals, competitions, and possible weekend performing tours. Failure to make
this commitment will result in removal from the ensemble, at the discretion of Mr. Alstadt. There is an expectation top students will actively participate in woodwind and brass
quintets, clarinet choir, and other chamber ensembles throughout the school year. Students are
required to participate in Solo and Ensemble and also weekend completions and festivals. At times
there are nominal fees for the students in order to travel and enter these performances. If you are
not willing or able to make this commitment, please do not take the Wind Ensemble audition. In a
performing group such as Wind Ensemble, one person not attending a rehearsal, concert, or festival
adversely affects the entire ensemble, creating issues such as improper balance and instrumentation
to name a few.
Students selected for this top group must include daily practice in their lifestyle in order to
maintain the necessary level of musical proficiency. Nearly 100 percent study privately, again to
maintain the necessary skill level. All of these students pre-audition for the director before being
nominated for an IMEA audition opportunity.
All Wind Ensemble students are
required to perform one solo per quarter (Wind Ensemble) minimum of grade three, to be performed with Smart Music (C), one excerpt of music per quarter, and one scale test per quarter.
All curricular band students are required to participate in three community service projects (and/or pep band events) per year and must march in the Memorial Day Parade.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Mr. Alstadt.
Concert Attire
Gentlemen:
Conservative black tuxedo (black trousers and jacket)
Front pleated wing collar tuxedo shirt
Black socks and shoes
Black banded bow tie
Ladies:
Conservative black formal dress - ankle length
(click here for dress order form)
Black nylons
Black shoes (no athletic shoes or flip flops)
