CONGRATULATIONS!
​Compliments to our VENTO Winds 2023 Concerto Competition Winner, Callie Siamof, and Honorable Mention, Ava Hurst!  Great job - and we wish you continued success as you continue on your musical paths!

VENTO in the Valley

Part of VENTO's mission is to help make wind ensemble music "accessible to the public." One way we have pursued this goal is through community partnership with local organizations. One of our most recent community outreach events was at the Appleton Public Library in the "Music @ the Library" educational music series. VENTO Chamber Ensembles performed and provided educational statements about their pieces.

Not only does VENTO Winds provide educational outreach, but we also provide music for social and professional events. For example, a VENTO Chamber Ensemble performed at the Trout Museum of Art for their Festival of Trees event. If you are interested in hiring VENTO Winds for your event, contact us here.
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A VENTO Winds Chamber Ensemble performing at the Trout Museum of Art for the "Festival of Trees"
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A VENTO Winds Chamber Ensemble at the "Music @ the Library" series hosted by the Appleton Public Library

Educational Outreach

​VENTO Winds values music education and outreach. Here are some of the ways we turn these values into action:
  • Public Access to Rehearsals
    Given that the majority of personnel in VENTO Winds are current and past music educators, effective educational outreach is very important to us. Our rehearsals and concerts are free and open to the public--view a schedule of our upcoming events here. Students of all ages interested in music are invited to observe our rehearsal process.
  • Private Lessons and Instruction
    In addition to full ensemble rehearsals, many of the musicians in VENTO are currently available to offer private lesson instruction. Contact us here to inquire about availability and scheduling for private lessons.
  • Musical Consultation
    VENTO Winds is available for consultation on any number of professional questions related to the fields of music performance, music education, music composition, musical theatre, or jazz. We are happy to help you if you are interested in studying music professionally, or even just as a hobby. Contact us here with any inquiries.  
  • Concerto Competition
    VENTO Winds has a deep commitment to both music education and community outreach. We aim to enrich all students’ musical experiences with high-quality repertoire performed at a level they might not hear anywhere else. The VENTO Winds Concerto Competition is an opportunity for a high school student to select, prepare and perform a memorized concerto for our selection committee. The winner is awarded the opportunity to perform the concerto at a public concert with VENTO Winds. 
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    ​VENTO Winds 2022-23 Concerto Competition Information**
    Auditions: Saturday, January 28, 2023 | 9 a.m.-Noon
    Applications Due: Friday, January 20, 2023 (must be postmarked by Friday, January 20, 2023)
    Winner's Performance: VENTO Winds Spring Concert, March 19, 2023 | 4 p.m.
    Eligibility: The competition is open to performers in grades 9-12 of wind, brass, percussion instruments, and keyboard.

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**NOTE:  Check back in late Summer/early Fall 2023 for updated information regarding the 2023-24 Concerto Competition

How to Reignite your Passion for Music

Music belongs to all people, and it is never too late to begin  or renew your musical journey. Consider contacting these organizations to further ask on how you can stay involved in music in your community:
Lawrence Academy of Music
Neenah Community Band
Kimberly Community Band
New Horizons Band
Fox Valley Youth Symphony Orchestra
newVoices
Attic Theatre

For musicians of all ages, the following practice tools are available online for use in the practice room:
Metronome
SmartMusic Practice Software
Music Theory Resources
Finale Music Composition Software