Ensembles
Discover the vibrant performance ensembles of the Towson University Department of Music! Our program boasts a diverse array of groups, including a symphony orchestra, concert wind bands, several choirs, a dynamic "Music for the Stage" program, jazz ensembles, and numerous small instrumental ensembles. Open to both music majors and non-majors, our student musicians bring their talents to life in dozens of concerts each semester. Explore the links in the menu for detailed information about each ensemble. Most ensembles require an audition. Audition information is provided below. Join us and be a part of our musical community!
Check out these videos of our vocal and instrumental students!
Fall 2026 Audition Information
TU Choirs
Spring 2026 information below for Choirs; Fall information is coming soon!
All TU students are welcome and encouraged to join a choir! This semester promises to be an exciting one, featuring a performance at PRISM, the music department’s premier showcase, inspiring collaborations with Charm City Sings and the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, and even a concert tour to close out the semester.
Interested in singing with one of our choirs? Please contact Dr. Sáez directly at dsaez AT_TOWSON.
Course Meeting Times
Choral Society – MUSA 150/350/650
Mondays from 7 to 9:40pm
Treble Voices* – MUSA 252/452/652
Mondays and Wednesdays from 2 to 3:15pm
Men’s Chorus – MUSA 252/452/652
Mondays and Wednesday from 2 to 3:15pm
Chorale – MUSA 251/451/651
Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 to 4:45pm
* Open to all self-identified women
Jazz Orchestra
Anyone interested in auditioning for the TU Jazz Orchestra, or who would like more information, please contact Dave Ballou (dballou AT_TOWSON) directly.
TU Bands and Orchestra
Membership in the TU Bands and Orchestra is by audition and is open to any Towson student regardless of major - everyone is welcome, and we would love to collaborate with you. These ensembles rehearse weekly preparing performances to share musical gifts and talents with the community for both the fall and spring terms.
Rehearsal Times
Wind Ensemble MUSA 261/461/661 - 002: T/TH 3:30-5:20pm
Symphonic Band MUSC 261/461/661 - 001: T/TH 2:00-3:15pm
Orchestra MUSC 262/462/662 - 001: T/TH 2:00-3:15pm (Harold J. Kaplan Concert Hall)
Audition Faculty:
Dr. Steinmetz, Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band, conductor, bsteinmetz AT_TOWSON
Dr. Gotoff, Symphony Orchestra, conductor, jgotoff AT_TOWSON
How to Audition
WINDS AND PERCUSSION - Fill out the FALL 2026 Audition Form
STRINGS - Fill out the Fall 2026 Audition Form
TU Woodwind/Brass/Percussion Ensemble Audition Excerpts – FALL 2026
TU Strings Ensemble Audition Excerpts - FALL 2026
Clarinet: You should play all excerpts on a Bb soprano clarinet. You may indicate your interest in playing bass clarinet on the audition form.
Saxophone: You should play all excerpts on an alto saxophone. You may indicate your interest in playing soprano, tenor, or baritone saxophone on the audition form.
If you have any other specific questions or concerns, please email Dr. Gotoff or Dr. Steinmetz.
Audition Instructions
- Winds/Brass/Percussion Auditions will be held in person during the first week of classes.
- Strings Auditions: Please refer to this audition guide for further information.
- You should prepare the excerpts to the best of YOUR ability. Focus on your best sound and adjust tempi only as needed to facilitate technical passages. Seek out reference recordings and demonstrate intentional musicianship in your playing audition.