Conductor | Anthony Lanzino

The CYS Wind Ensemble program contains two groups: the Wind Ensemble and Chamber Winds. Symphonic bands feature woodwind, brass and percussion instruments and play a wide variety of music that is similar to symphony orchestras but without strings. Their primary objective is to impart top-notch training to students, honing their skills and musicianship through demanding yet rewarding performances of complex musical pieces. As these students advance, they develop the confidence and musical maturity required to join the ranks of the Wind Symphony or become members of the wind section in the highly regarded CYS Advanced Orchestras.

Performances
The Wind Ensembles have three major performances per season, in beautiful venues such as Cañada College Theatre in Redwood City, Smithwick Theatre in Los Altos Hills, Chabot College Performing Arts Complex in Hayward, and San Mateo Performing Arts Center. 

Rehearsals
Sunday afternoons: 
Chamber Winds: Calltime 1:15 PM, Rehearsal 1:30 - 3:00 PM
Wind Ensemble: Calltime 3:00 PM, Rehearsal 3:15-5:15 PM

Rehearsal schedule changes are at the discretion of the Director

Workshops
During the season, sectional workshops are held once per concert cycle, led by prominent musicians in the Bay Area.

Tuition Assistance
CYS offers need-based tuition assistance for musicians of all ensembles. Please view the Auditions page under "For Musicians" above for the application and deadline information.