Bands - St. Norbert College

	Wind Ensemble Director: Dr. Frederick Schmidt Wind ensemble is St. Norbert's top instrumental ensemble, open to majors and non-majors alike. The wind ensemble is dedicated to excellence in the performance of both traditional and contemporary wind and percussion literature. The group represents St. Norbert College through concert tours, exchange concerts and performance clinics. Having performed for music educators at the Wisconsin State Music Convention and the Wisconsin Alliance for Composers, the wind ensemble has toured the state of Florida and traveled to Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the Fiji Islands.
	Concert Band Director: Dr. Eric High Concert band is open to all interested participants, no audition required. This ensemble is designed for non-music majors and music majors on secondary instruments. The atmosphere is designed for enjoyment while preparing fine literature to the best of the ensemble's ability.
	Jazz Ensemble Director: Dr. Eric High The goal of jazz ensemble is the study and performance of jazz ensemble literature in a variety of styles and eras. All ensemble members are required to attend daily rehearsals, dress rehearsals and concerts. Jazz combo is also offered as part of the jazz ensemble program and is based on instrumentation and student interest. The goal of jazz combo is the development of improvisational skills, style and teamwork.
	St. Norbert Community Band Director: Dr. Frederick Schmidt The St. Norbert community band presents two major concerts of music for concert band each year. The group was formed in order to provide an opportunity for outstanding musicians from northeast Wisconsin to experience the finest available band literature. Membership in the band is by invitation of the conductor, and is comprised of friends, alumni and faculty of St. Norbert College.