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School of Music Large Instrumental Ensembles

Liberty University Symphony Orchestra

The Liberty University Symphony Orchestra (LUSO) is an auditioned instrumental ensemble comprised of student musicians playing string, woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Under the direction of Dr. Zachary Bruno, LUSO rehearses and performs standard repertoire of the orchestral canon as well as contemporary and commercial compositions. The Symphony Orchestra periodically combines with LU’s Choirs to rehearse and perform grand masterworks and regularly travels on concert tours during Spring semesters.

Auditions are open to all Liberty students.

Liberty University Wind Symphony

The Liberty University Wind Symphony (LUWS) is a performing ensemble in the School of Music, comprised of student musicians playing woodwind, brass, and percussion instruments.

Under the direction of Dr. Zachary Bruno, LUWS performs classic and contemporary repertoire for wind band, frequently records studio albums, and frequently travels on concert tours throughout the eastern United States during Spring semesters. The Wind Symphony has been invited to perform numerous times for the regional conferences of the College Band Directors National Association (CBDNA) and the conference of the Virginia Music Educators Association (VMEA).

Auditions are open to all Liberty students.

For more information, please contact the School of Music at som@liberty.edu

University Band

The University Band is a non-auditioned ensemble for woodwind, brass, and percussion students. Repertoire includes original and transcribed band works from all eras. The purpose is to develop the proficiency and musical understanding of the student through large ensemble rehearsal and performance.

For more information on joining the University Band, contact the School of Music at som@liberty.edu.


Auditions for Symphony Orchestra and Wind Symphony

Current and incoming students: If you are interested in auditioning for Symphony Orchestra or Wind Symphony and would like more information, email the School of Music at som@liberty.edu.


Annual Aria & Concerto Competition

  • Open to all Liberty University School of Music students, with approval from Applied Faculty.
  • All instruments, including strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, piano, harp, and voice are welcome to audition.
  • For more information, please contact the School of Music at som@liberty.edu.
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