Orchestra

The Wake Forest University Symphony Orchestra (WFUSO) is the premier orchestral ensemble at Wake Forest.  The ensemble is open to non-majors and majors.  The WFUSO performs a diverse and engaging repertoire that extends from the Baroque period to today’s living composers.  Rehearsals and performances are known for being exciting and engaging.  The WFUSO provides interdisciplinary performance opportunities with collaborations and musical experiences that allow for a deeper understanding of the music performed. 

Mission Statement
The Wake Forest University Symphony Orchestra is an ensemble that intentionally strives for musical excellence, collaboration, and community.  It is an ensemble where joy, discovery, and wonder are fundamental to musical performance and education for its members and audiences.

Overview
The Symphony Orchestra rehearses Monday and Wednesday in Brendle Recital Hall (M201 Scales Fine Arts Center) from 4:30 to 6:15 pm. (Strings only 4:30-5:00; Full Ensemble 5:00-6:15 PM).  Membership by audition is low-stress.

In a continued effort to provide real-world, collaborative performances for our students, and to build relationships with our surrounding music education partners and Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools – Symphony Orchestra Director and Assistant Teaching Professor J. Aaron Hardwick, Director of Bands and Assistant Teaching Professor Tim Heath, and the Wake Forest University Symphony Orchestra performed with the Reagan High School Band and Orchestra directors and students for “Side-by-Side and Star Wars Concert” at Brendle Recital Hall on Thursday, April 20, 2023. They performed the music of John Williams’ Professional Edition Star Wars Suite, and were joined by members of the official 501st Legion, the “officially” licensed group of cosplayers for the Star Wars/Lucas Film franchise.

2023-2024 WFUSO Highlights

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For more information on the University Orchestra, contact Orchestra Director Dr. Aaron Hardwick.

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