The NYU Saxophone Orchestra is a conducted ensemble of 8-20 or more saxophones. Students have an opportunity to perform on the entire family of saxophones: sopranino, soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, and bass saxophones. The ensemble’s repertoire spans all styles, from traditional to contemporary music. A diverse set of original works by composers including Grainger, Sousa, Von Koch, Cage, Andriessen, and Reich is complimented by transcriptions and arrangements of celebrated chamber and orchestral works. As part of its mission to expand and promote its repertoire, the NYU Saxophone Orchestra works with and encourages student, emerging, and established composers to create new works and arrangements for the ensemble.
Who Can Register
Participation in the NYU Saxophone Orchestra is open to all NYU students by audition. Graduate and Undergraduate instrumental performance, music education, and non-music majors are invited to audition.
Audition Information
Please prepare two contrasting (fast/slow) movements of a sonata or two sections of a larger work such as a concerto or other piece that demonstrates your playing level. Auditions are done by appointment with Dr. Ruedeman in-person or via zoom.
Course Meeting Time
Paulson Center, room 570, Thursdays 4:55 - 6:35 pm
Performances
The ensemble performs at least one on-campus concert per semester, as well as additional performances on and off-campus at schools, festivals, and venues in New York City and the surrounding area.