The 25th Annual York/OBA Conductor’s Symposium

Written By: Daniel Pasoff


On Saturday March 2nd, the Ontario Band Association hosted its 25th annual Conductor’s Symposium at York University. Each year the OBA brings in a master in the conducting field to speak about certain aspects about conducting. Each year is something totally different; sometimes they talk about different repertoire, or specific aspects of the actual craft. Every year, though, it is just as exciting!

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Top 10 Dos and Don’ts of Music Auditions @ York

Written By: Daniel Pasoff

With audition season coming up, you are most likely stressing about preparing for your auditions and about what to expect on the day of. I know that you are going to be stressed no matter what anyone says, but following these tips should help ease that stress and make your audition day run smoothly.
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York Music Takes on Markham District High School

Written by: Daniel Pasoff


On November 21st 2018, the York University Wind Ensemble visited Markham District High School to assist with Elementary School clinics. The day was filled with fun activities including three different mass bands, two sessions of mass choir and a performance by the York University Jazz Mobile.
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