The Symphonic Winds is a rich and diverse experience for intermediate students in middle school and early high school. This ensemble performs exciting band pieces with an emphasis on ensemble playing and developing individual musicianship skills.
Mrs. Devin DeDon is a recent graduate of the University of South Florida with a Master's degree in Instrumental Conducting. Previously, she earned a Bachelor of Music in Music Education from Louisiana State University and taught public school music for six years in Hillsborough County. Currently, Devin gives horn masterclasses around the Tampa area, maintains an active horn studio, and teaches the BAY Winds Symphonic Winds.
Audition Application Fee: $25.00
Tuition: $200.00
BAY Winds is a non-profit organization. We rely on tuition revenue to operate and serve our student membership. Tuition is due and payable before the first rehearsal. This fee includes all instruction, materials, and costs related to concert venues, equipment, music, and operational expenses. Outstanding balances will prohibit students from future BAY Winds auditions and seasons until tuition balances have been paid in full.
Please Note: Tuition does not cover the cost of parking at the university.
Symphonic Winds is an experience designed to supplement the quality instruction students receive from their school-enrolled music programs and private music instructors. Students receive high-quality musical experiences from talented and well decorated professional musicians and educators as well as the opportunity to study and perform outstanding and challenging literature with like-minded peers from the Tampa Bay Area.
Student Eligibility
Mondays 5:30 - 7:00 PM
USF School of Music
Choral Rehearsal Hall
3755 USF Holly Drive | MUS 101
Tampa, FL 33260
USF School of Music
Mainstage Concert Hall
3755 USF Holly Drive | MUS 101
Tampa, FL 33260
BAY Winds t-shirt, solid black pants, solid black socks, and solid black dress shoes.
Rehearsals take place at the USF School of Music.
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