WOODWIND

Our woodwind department attracts pupils from all over the world and enjoys an international reputation as a centre of excellence for young musicians.

Co-ordinator of Woodwind, Edward Leaker, ensures that young woodwind players receive the best musical training in a supportive environment. Strong emphasis is placed on developing an individual programme of study for each pupil that inspires confidence and produces the highest level of musicianship.

• A positive, individual tailored programme of study to maximise your musical potential
• A realistic preparation for the next stage in your musical career
• Up to two hours of one-to-one tuition per week with specialist staff and the opportunity to receive tuition on a second instrument
• Regular masterclasses on solo and chamber repertoire from distinguished orchestral players, music college and university professors from around the world
• Numerous performance opportunities outside of school with recent tours to The Hague and Hong Kong
• Timetabled practice periods within the school day.

Symphony Orchestra
Symphonic Wind Orchestra
Jazz Orchestra
Chamber Wind Ensemble
Clarinet Ensemble
Saxophone Choir
Saxophone Quartet
Double Reed Ensembles
Baroque Ensemble
Flute Ensembles
Wind Quintets
Baroque Ensemble
Chamber Groups in collaboration with other departments
Flute Performance Seminar
Jazz Ensemble (Training Jazz Orchestra)
Sinfonietta
Advanced Jazz Combo
Training Jazz Combo
Introduction to Jazz Improvisation
Reed Making Classes for Oboists with Matthew Draper
Woodwind Performance Classes

Each year many of our senior woodwind pupils are offered places at leading music conservatoires and universities – often with major scholarships. The woodwind department has excellent links with The Royal Academy of Music, The Royal College of Music, The Guildhall School of Music and Drama, The Royal Northern College of Music, The Royal Welsh College of Music, Trinity College of Music and Royal Birmingham Conservatoire as well as European and US conservatoires.

International Wind, Brass and Percussion Summer School
Sunday 25th July – Saturday 31st July 2021

Join us for an inspiring and fun week!

Our world-class tutors will nurture young musicians (aged 10-18) to develop their skills and confidence by exploring a range of exciting musical styles. This course isn’t suitable for complete beginners – you will need a basic ability to play your instrument and read music.

£945 Residential £745 Non-residential

For more information, please visit www.wellsmusicsummerschool.com