Symphonic Wind Orchestra
SUSWO is the only auditioned wind orchestra at the University of Southampton and is open to all woodwind, brass, and percussion players. Originally founded by woodwind and brass players at the University, we are a friendly ensemble that welcomes talented musicians from across the University. We play a varied and challenging repertoire to a high standard, giving our members the opportunity to perform regularly as part of a talented ensemble. Auditions take place every September/October, and the orchestra has approximately forty members. We aim to perform three concerts a year, as well as going on a joint European tour with the other auditioned ensembles (SUSO, Sinfonietta). If you are interested in finding out more about SUSWO and how to book an audition, please email suswo@soton.ac.uk
SUSWO is the only auditioned wind orchestra at the University of Southampton and is open to woodwind, brass, and percussion players. Originally founded by woodwind and brass players at the University, we are a friendly ensemble that welcomes talented musicians from across the University. We play varied and challenging repertoire to a high standard, giving our members the opportunity to perform regularly as part of a talented ensemble!
Auditions take place every September, and the orchestra has approximately forty to fifty members. We aim to perform three concerts a year, as well as going on a joint European tour with fellow music societies SUSO and Sinfonietta.
Members are chosen through an audition process that takes place at the start of each academic year, and the orchestra is run by a student committee who are elected annually at our AGM. The committee works closely with the Musical Director every year to choose challenging and enjoyable repertoire for each concert, as well as ensuring that the orchestra runs smoothly behind the scenes.
If you are interested in finding out more about SUSWO, please email suswo@soton.ac.uk or go to our Facebook page.
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The Committee
All clubs and societies within the Students' Union are run entirely by students. The student committee for Symphonic Wind Orchestra this year are:
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Librarian
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Orchestral Manager
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President
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Publicity Secretary
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Secretary
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Social Secretary
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Tour Secretary
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Treasurer
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Vice President
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Welfare Officer
Membership Information
These are the current membership fees offered by Symphonic Wind Orchestra, although many clubs and societies offer a free period for new members to try out their activities.
| Name | Cost | Valid Period | Details | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUSWO Year Membership 25/26 | £60.00 | 29/09/2025 - 15/07/2026 | The £60.00 is for the whole year and it is to pay towards our concert venues, sheet music and to contribute to a portion of the musical directors fees. There are some other costs that are optional, these are paying for SUSWO Merchandise and Tour (which happens at the end of the year !!) |
Products
Available products to purchase for Symphonic Wind Orchestra
SWO merchandise
Please select the merch options you want. Make sure you submit your payment here BEFORE you complete the form!!
Size guidance should be on the google form we sent to all members, let us know if you have any questions.
The extras are to have:
Sleeve print: which will be your instrument, printed along the sleeve
When you fill the form just type what name/instruments you want to include. Your name (and committee position if applicable) on the left chest, these are done with thread, not printed.
NOTE: When you fill the form just type what name/instruments you want to include.
Note you MUST be a SWO member to buy any merch, so make sure you're logged into the box office on your account which is registered as a member to SWO.
Constitution
All SUSU clubs & societies must have a Constitution which governs how they run
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All clubs & societies are required to risk assess their activity to ensure it is carried out in a safe manner for members. Current risk assessments for Symphonic Wind Orchestra are available to view below
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