The International Wind Ensemble Academy and Festival
The IWAF is designed as an intensive 15-day summer program for young and adult music students aged 16-29, providing them with a unique opportunity to engage in various enriching musical experiences. Participants will have the chance to learn from world-renowned musicians, attend masterclasses, and perform in a professional setting. This is a great space to write a detailed overview of the academy and festival, including the range of musical genres covered, the international faculty, and the collaborative opportunities available to the participants.
IWAF Concert Series
Accommodation:
As part of the International Wind Ensemble Academy & Festival (IWAF) experience, all participants are provided with designated accommodations included in the tuition package. Staying in these assigned facilities is essential to ensure a safe, supportive, and enriching environment conveniently located near festival venues. Living together enhances collaboration, fosters a sense of community, and maximizes learning opportunities through shared experiences. This immersive setup allows students to focus fully on their artistic and personal growth while building lasting connections. We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring festival journey!
Transportation for Participants:
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Airport Pick-Up: IWAF will arrange airport pick-ups according to students' arrival times for a smooth transition to the festival.
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Venue Transportation: Transportation to concert venues will be provided by the festival if the location is beyond walking distance from accommodations.
Ensemble Concerts
Concert I
The Festival of Winds
Festival Overture - D. Shostakovich
Legend of Yao - Liu Tieshan, Mao Yuan
II Concerto for Clarinet - Oscar Navarro
Clarinet Solo: Dr. Xiangyu Zhou
————Intermission————
Hibiki - Joy of Music - Ito Yasuhide
Symphony No.7 - David Maslanka
Concert II
From the World to Thailand
Festival Overture - D. Shostakovich
Legend of Yao - Liu Tieshan, Mao Yuan
Concerto for Trombone - Timothy Higgins
Trombone Solo: Sam Armstrong
————Intermission————
Hibiki - Joy of Music - Ito Yasuhide
Symphony No.7 - David Maslanka
Concert III
The Future Classic
Featuring works by Living Composers.
Concert IV
The Symphonic of Winds
St.John’s NIght from “The Fair at Sorochinrzy” - M.P. Mussorgsky, arr. ITO Yasuhide
Molly on the Shore - Percy Grainger​
Sorcerer's Apprentice - Paul Dukas
————Intermission————
Pines of Rome - Respighi Arr. Nefs
Chamber Concerts
Chamber Series I
A combined Chamber Music rectial featuring faculty artists.
Chamber Series II
A combined Chamber Music recital featuring IWAF 2025 participants.
Chamber Series III
Percussion Chamber Recital, programm detail coming soon.
Night of Brass
-A Vivid Show
Vienna Philharmonic Fanfare - R. Strauss
October - Eric Whitacre, arr. D.J. Miller
Fanfares Liturgiques - H. Thomasi
An Also Sprach Strauss - R. Strauss, Arr. Jay Friedman
Solo Recital
Solo Series I
More coming soon...
Solo Series I
A combined solo rectial featuring faculty artists.
Solo Series II
A combined solo recital featuring IWAF 2025 participants.
Solo Series III
A Special programm, to be anonced.