2015 - 2016 Repertoire
If you have experience on a wind instrument, we hope you will consider performing in one of our fine ensembles. The Radford University Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, under the direction of Dr. Wayne Gallops, provide music majors and non-majors with wonderful performance opportunities throughout the academic year. Each year the Bands prepare 6-8 on-campus concerts. The Douglas and Bea Covington Center for Visual and Performing Arts serves as home to the Radford University Bands, featuring rehearsal halls and a state of the art performance space.
Placement in the Wind Ensemble or Symphonic Band is by informal audition during the first week of classes.
The Chamber Wind Ensembles also perform in concert at various university venues and tour throughout the region.
Wind Ensemble
The University Wind Ensemble is conducted by Dr. Wayne Gallops and is comprised of the finest wind and percussion players on campus. The wind ensemble programs substantial band works and transcriptions. Membership is through audition. MUSC 310 (1): Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 3-4:10 p.m.
Support the Wind Ensemble’s Trip to Ireland! Our Wind Ensemble is traveling to Ireland March 6-13, 2016 for a unique study and performance abroad opportunity. Click here to learn more and to make a donation today to support this once-in-a-lifetime trip.
Symphonic Band
Membership in the Symphonic Band is through informal audition. Any music major or non-major may seek a position in this fine ensemble. The symphonic band is under the direction of Dr. Gallops and his graduate assistants. Concerts are scheduled periodically each semester. MUSC 310 (2): Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 4:10 to 5 p.m.
Pep Band
Radford students enjoy encouraging our Division I Big South athletic teams through participation in the pep band. The pep band performs for a number of home games and some postseason tournaments. Volunteer positions in the pep band are open to all Radford University students. Contact Dr. Dayl Burnett (Director of Pep Band) for more information.
Chamber Wind Ensembles
Music majors are assigned to various chamber wind ensembles that meet and perform in conjunction with wind ensemble rehearsals and performances.
Band Staff
Dr. Wayne Gallops – Director of University Bands
Josh Turner – Graduate Conducting Assistant
Antionnete Tortorici – Library Equipment
Dominick Havens – Personnel/Equipment
Bethany Zalecki – Equipment Management/Percussion
Julia Hartlage – Equipment/Library
RU Bands 2015 – 2016 Season
The Planets
Wednesday – Oct. 7, 2015
Radford University Wind Symphony
Dr. R. Wayne Gallops, Conductor
| Wait of the World from Stormworks | Stephen Melillo |
| The Planets | Gustav Holst (Arr. Patterson/Hogan) |
Annual Student Conductor Concert (TBA)
Wednesday – Nov. 18, 2015
University Wind Ensemble – Chamber Winds
Wednesday – Dec. 2, 2015
Dr. R. Wayne Gallops, Conductor
Dr. David Allen, Clarinet Soloist
| The Sinfonians | Clifton Williams |
| And the Mountains Rising Nowhere | Schwanter |
| Fantasia in G Major | JS Bach |
| Liquid Ebony for Clarinet and Wind Ensemble Dr. David Allen, Soloist | Dana Wilson |
| Symphony #3 | Vittorio Giannini |
University Wind Ensemble Ireland Performance Tour
March 6 – 13, 2016
Dr. R. Wayne Gallops, Conductor
Dr. David Allen, Clarinet Soloist
Dr. Dayl Burnett, Trombone Soloist
Tuesday – March 8, 2016
St. Mary’s Church – Kilarney, Ireland
Friday-March 11, 2016
Trinity College Of Music – Dublin, Ireland
Saturday – March 12, 2016
Royal Academy Of Music – Dublin, Ireland
Programs to be selected from:
| Symphony #3 | Vittorio Giannini |
| Symphonic Dances from West Side Story | Leonard Bernstein |
| Colloquy for Trombone and Wind Ensemble Dr. Dayl Burnett, Soloist | William Goldstein |
| Liquid Ebony for Clarinet and Wind Ensemble Dr. David Allen, Soloist | Dana Wilson |
| La Boda de Luis Alonzo | Geronimo Gimenez |
| The Sinfonians | Clifton Williams |
| Cuban Overture | George Gershwin |
| March from the Symphonic Metamorphosis | Paul Hindemith |
| Wait of the World from Stormworks | Stephen Melillo |
| Fantasia In G Major | JS Bach |
| Be Thou My Vision | David Gillingham |
| Mise Eire (“Roisin Dubh”) | Sean O’riada |
Tri-State Chamber Winds Festival
Friday – March 25, 2016
Dr. R. Wayne Gallops, Conductor
Josh Turner, Graduate Conducting Assistant
Faculty Chamber Winds
Selections to be announced
Symphonic Band
Selections to be announced
Wind Ensemble
| March from the Symphonic Metamorphosis | Paul Hindemith |
| RU Wind Concerto Winner | TBA |
| Symphonic Dances from West Side Story | Leonard Bernstein |
Wind Symphony
| Gandalf from Lord of the Rings | Johann Demeij |
University Symphonic Band
Wednesday – April 20, 2016
Dr. R. Wayne Gallops, Conductor
Josh Turner, Graduate Conducting Assistant
Auburn High School Symphonic Band
Bob Priest, Director
University Symphonic Band
Selections to be announced
University Wind Ensemble and Chamber Winds
Wednesday – April 27, 2016
Dr. R. Wayne Gallops, Conductor
Dr. Dayl Burnett, Trombone Soloist
| Colas Breugnon Overture | Dimitri Kabaleski |
| Be Thou My Vision | David Gillingham |
| Colloquy for Trombone and Wind Ensemble Dr. Dayl Burnett, Soloist | William Goldstein |
| Symphony No. 6 | Vincent Persichetti |