Women's Glee Club members singing at Ohio Stadium Rotunda on game day
Ohio State Symphonic Band
Buckeye Flutes
Ohio State Jazz Ensemble
School of Music ensembles perform in the Annual Music Celebration Concert each December
Athletic Band performs Script Ohio - Schottenstein Arena
Men's Glee Club rehearsal in Weigel Hall Auditorium
Academic Year 2024–2025
Audition information and sign-ups are now available.
The School of Music invites all university students to participate in its ensembles. Some ensembles have open enrollment (no audition required) and...
... you don't have to be a music major to be involved!
Concert bands, orchestras, jazz bands/combos, and choirs welcome musicians at every level of ability.
There are also a number of small chamber opportunities for vocalists, instrumentalists and composers.
The Ohio State Marching Band is open to brass and percussion musicians by audition; the athletic bands have open enrollment and welcome woodwind players.
Whether you are an experienced performer or a hobbyist, we have a group for you!
Did you know?
Most ensembles have variable credit hours between 0.5 and 2, which allows you to participate without exceeding 18 hours per semester.
Ensemble and Audition Information
- Bands
- Choirs
- Symphony Orchestra
- Jazz
- Commercial Music Ensembles
- Marching Band
- Athletic Band
- Opera Theatre
- Small Ensembles
Open Enrollment
The School of Music offers several ensembles that do not require an audition. Browse the ensemble links to discover opportunities such as University Band, University Chorus*, Campus Orchestra, Gospel Choir and others.
* University Chorus does require a voice-placement audition to ensure that each singer possesses the skills needed for ensemble participation.
Questions?
Contact the ensemble director, or consult with your academic advisor regarding scheduling.
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