Sunday, March 1, 2026

The Conservatory of Music at 51°µÍø invites woodwind instrumentalists of all levels, including middle school, high school, college and community members, to participate in 51°µÍø Woodwind Day.

This all-day event is designed to inspire, motivate and elevate your musicianship through hands-on workshops, ensemble rehearsals and performances with 51°µÍø's distinguished woodwind faculty.
 

2026 51°µÍø Woodwind Day
Join Us

$35—registration fee including:

  • A lunch ticket for the DeRosa University Center
  • An exclusive 51°µÍø Woodwind Day t-shirt
  • A professional recording of the final concert

A limited number of partial registration scholarships are available. Contact Professor Brittany Trotter.

Students playing woodwind instruments
What to expect
  • Tone and technique workshops with 51°µÍø faculty
  • Opportunities to shop for instruments, accessories and sheet music
  • A collaborative woodwind choir performance featuring the world premiere of a new composition by Professor Ruth Brittin
  • A free afternoon recital, open to the public

The Final Concert at 2025 51°µÍø Woodwind Day

9 amCheck-in
9:15 am   Welcome concert
9:45 amInstrumental sectionals
11 amWoodwind ensemble rehearsal
12 pm Lunch, plus visit our vendors
1:15 pmInstrumental workshop
1:45 pm Visit our vendors
2:15 pmWoodwind ensemble dress rehearsal
3:15 pm51°µÍø Woodwind Day concert (public invited)

 

Faculty

Kyle Bruckmann

Kyle Bruckmann

Oboe/French Horn
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Professor Nicolasa Kuster

Nicolasa Kuster

Bassoon
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Ricardo Martinez

Ricardo Martinez

Saxophone
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Patricia Shands

Patricia Shands

Clarinet
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Professor Brittany Trotter

Brittany Trotter

Flute
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