The University of Akron Bands
Welcome to The University of Akron Bands. On behalf of the 175 music majors in the School of Music, and countless other academic majors represented in our band program, we want you to become a member of the UA Bands.
Every ensemble in our program is open to ALL students regardless of your academic major. Students who are enrolled at Wayne College are also eligible to participate in the UA Bands.
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UA BANDS
Are you interested in joining UA Bands?
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UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer Symphonic Band
New this year: Enroll for the class to receive college credit
- Undergraduate: MUS 7510:130-811
- Graduate: MUS 7510:630-811
OR
Join us without having to enroll
- Open to any high school, college, or adult wind & percussion performers
- Fill out the Summer Symphonic Band signup form
High School events
Zips Invitational OMEA Band Show
- Saturday, September 24, 2022
Zippy’s All-Star Marching Band
- Saturday, October 15, 2022
Junior / Senior Day with the UA Marching Band
- Saturday, October 29, 2022
OBDC Conference
This year’s conference will be held in the UA Student Union and we are thrilled to announce the 2022 OBDC Guest Composer and Guest Conductor, Steven Bryant.
See OBDC Conference details here
OBDC High School Honor Band (Auditioned Band)
The OBDC High School Honor Band will be conducted by Verena Mosenbichler-Bryant, Director of the Duke University Wind Symphony.
New this year: Director Recommended High School Honor Band. More information coming soon!
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QUESTIONS?
Contact us if you have any questions about our UA Bands or review some of our more Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Concert Bands and Athletic Bands.
Contact us
Phone: 330-972-6919
Email: UAbands@uakron.edu
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