University Symphony Orchestra
Rico McNeela, Conductor
The University Symphony Orchestra is one of the premiere performing ensembles at the University of Toledo. The USO performs a minimum of two concerts each semester. Repertoire is chosen from the Baroque, Classical, Romantic periods, the 20th Century, as well as new works. Membership in the orchestra is open to all University of Toledo students regardless of major through the process of auditions. Auditions are held at the beginning of both the fall and spring semesters. See the USO web page for more information. If you are interested in becoming a member of the USO, please contact Mr. McNeela at Rico.McNeela@utoledo.edu or (419) 530-4553.
Rehearsal times are: T, 7 - 9:30 PM; R (strings only), 5 - 6:30
Women's Chorus - MUS 3160:001
William Schwepe, Director
The University of Toledo Women’s Chorus is an ensemble of 40 to 60 members that is open to all women in the UT community. The class may be scheduled for 1 hour of credit. The choir sings a wide variety of music from historic to contemporary and from heavy to very light. The Women’s Chorus performs two concerts each semester with the other choirs within the Choral Department and may, from time to time, perform with the UT Symphony Orchestra. See the Women’s Chorus Web Page for more information.
Please contact Mr. William P. Schwepe, the director, if you are interested in being a part of the Women’s Chorus.
Phone: 419-530-4325 Email: William.schwepe@utoledo.edu
Men's Chorus - MUS 3180:001
Stephen Hodge, Director
The Men's Chorus is a choir of 45-70 voices open to any male. Traditional male chorus literature along with Barbershop selections and extended works are performed. At least one concert is given each semester on campus with occasional outside performances. See the Men's Chorus web page for more information. If you are interested in auditioning, please call Mr. Hodge at (419) 530-4558.
Rehearsal times are: MW, 1 - 1:50 PM
Concert Chorale - MUS 3140:001
Stephen Hodge, Director
The UT Concert Chorale is a select ensemble of 24-40 voices. The group sings the finest choral literature from the 16th throughout the 20th centuries including a cappella works, major compositions for chorus and large ensemble, folk songs, spirituals, and carols. The Chorale performs at least two major concert each semester, appears at conventions and takes an annual tour. Acceptance into the ensemble is through auditions which are held during the first two weeks of each semester. See the Concert Chorale web page for more information. If you are interested in auditioning, please call Mr. Hodge at (419) 530-4558.
Rehearsal times are: MTWR 12 - 12:50 PM
Jazz Lab Band - MUS 3020:001
Gunnar Mossblad, Director
Personnel for the ensemble is selected by the directors during the first few open rehearsals of each semester. The Jazz Lab Band plays a variety of literature including standards, current pieces, and student compositions. The ensemble performs regularly and is open to any UT student regardless of major. See the UT Jazz Lab Band page for more information. If you are interested in auditioning, please call Mr. Mossblad at (419) 530-4738.
Rehearsal times are: MTWR 2 - 2:50 PM
University Bands
The band program at the University of Toledo is dedicated to excellence in music as well as to the social and musical enrichment of its members. Performance opportunities offered through the University of Toledo Bands include: The Rocket Marching Band, Wind Ensemble, Concert Band, Varsity (basketball) Band, The Dancing Rock-ets, and the RMB Flag Line. Please see our web page devoted to the Band Program at UT.