PROGRAM OVERVIEW
“My experience at the University of Alabama was priceless. The faculty gave me all the tools I needed in the professional world of orchestral playing.” -Jennifer Puckett; Principal Viola, Memphis Symphony Orchestra, UA School of Music Alum
Welcome to the University of Alabama’s page for Orchestral Ensembles!
The UA orchestras have opportunities available to all musicians regardless of major, including both undergraduate and graduate students.
Huxford Symphony Orchestra
Sponsored by Ms. Camilla Huxford, the Huxford Symphony Orchestra is the University of Alabama’s top orchestral ensemble. Under the direction of Camilla Huxford Endowed Chair and Tuscaloosa’s own Ransom Wilson, the orchestra performs a wide range of repertoire, from beloved classics to little-known gems to recently composed works. The orchestra is composed of students from across Alabama, the United States, and around the globe, bringing talented young musicians together in one ensemble to give world-class performances of orchestral literature to Tuscaloosa and the surrounding community.
Campus Orchestra
Campus Orchestra is comprised of UA college students of all degree areas, UA music minors, advanced level pre-college musicians and post-college adults. Participation and seating are by audition. The ensemble meets Mondays from 5:45 – 7:15 p.m. in room 204 (IRR) of Moody Music Building and performs one concert per semester. The ensemble is overseen by Professor Ransom Wilson with rehearsals led by doctoral graduate conductor Elias Gilbert.
