Become a Member
Thank you for your interest in the Cincinnati Wind Band. We’re looking for experienced, committed musicians who are excited to be part of a high-level, collaborative ensemble. Our members come from a wide range of backgrounds, and we value strong musicianship, reliability, and a shared passion for making great music together.
Audition Information
Guided by a mission to present meaningful wind band performances, mentor musicians of all ages, and support new and innovative repertoire, the Cincinnati Wind Band is proud to serve both our local community and broader audiences. While we remain focused on creating engaging concert experiences here in Cincinnati, we also travel occasionally and have been invited to perform at conferences including OMEA, KMEA, and the Midwest Clinic. Our 2025–2026 season includes performances at Severance Hall in Cleveland, the University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music, and Cincinnati’s historic Music Hall. An international tour to Spain is also being planned.
Auditions for the 2025–2026 season will be submitted via video. We encourage you to use a smartphone. Professional equipment is not required, but your sound should be clear enough to hear tone, rhythm, and musical detail.
Current Openings
We are now accepting auditions for the following instruments:
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Oboe
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Saxophone
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French Horn
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Trumpet
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Euphonium
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Percussion
Video Requirements
Please include the following in your video audition:
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Your name
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A brief music background (e.g., ensembles you've played with, your training, or current playing experience)
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A few words about why you want to be a member of the Cincinnati Wind Band
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Your performance of the required excerpts for your instrument, in the order provided
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Please do not edit or splice your video. Just play naturally and musically.
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All videos are due no later than October 1st.
How to Submit
Upload your video to a cloud storage platform such as Google Drive, Dropbox, or OneDrive. Make sure your sharing settings allow access, and email the link to: jim.daughters@cincinnatiwindband.org
Review Process
Your recording will be reviewed by the conductor, associate conductor, and section manager for your instrument.
We look forward to hearing your audition and appreciate your interest in the Cincinnati Wind Band!