Cycle 9: Belonging


Cycle 9 Rehearsals
Wind Ensemble (auditioned group): 9:30-12
Wind Symphony (non-auditioned group): 12:30-2:45
All rehearsals at North Seattle College
April 26
May 3, 10, 17, 31
June 7

Cycle 9 Concert
Sunday June 14 | 4pm | Ballard High School 1418 NW 65th St, Seattle, WA 98117

Wind Symphony Registration is open until April 15th.

Cycle 9 Guest Conductor

Formation Wind Band's Guest Conductor Program builds upon our mission of empowering women by inviting members to develop their musical and leadership skills on the podium. One woman will be chosen to conduct a piece with Wind Ensemble this term alongside Anne and Erin. Repertoire will be assigned after the conductor has been chosen. 
Minimum of one previous term with the band required. Please send any questions to [email protected].

The guest conductor will be expected to:
  • Study, rehearse, and perform their piece at the June 14th concert
  • Collaborate and discuss goals and progress with Anne and Erin after each rehearsal
  • Be present for all Wind Ensemble rehearsals
  • Attend every rehearsal in the concert cycle with the exception of emergencies

Guest Conductor applications due April 1st, 2026
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Ensemble Information

​Wind Symphony Information:
Formation Wind Symphony is a non-auditioned group. We want as many women who want to participate in Formation to have that opportunity! Registration for our Wind Symphony is open from February 20 - April 15. There are no section caps. Expect a registration confirmation email along with other pertinent information to be sent on April 15, 2026. 

Wind Symphony Expectations:
  • grade 3-5 repertoire with individual preparation of music prior to rehearsal (comparable difficulty to previous cycles)
  • Open membership each cycle - no ongoing commitment. Join us for a cycle when you can!
  • No section caps! 

Wind Ensemble Information:
This group will be by audition only.  Auditions are currently closed for Wind Ensemble but will open in Summer 2026. Please join our email list and follow us on social media (@formationwindband) for the most up to date information on future openings and opportunities. 

Wind Ensemble Expectations:
  • grade 4-6 repertoire with individual preparation of music prior to rehearsal
  • limited instrumentation (see below)
  • ongoing membership every cycle. Members can miss 1 cycle and a sub will be arranged. In the event of 2 consecutive cycles out, the spot will move to someone else
  • travel to various event for performances (Ex: Midwest, WMEA) No more than 1-2 per year
Questions? Reach out to [email protected]