The Fairfax Wind Symphony is a registered 501(c)3 charitable organization for IRS purposes. All participants have volunteered their time for this performance.
The Fairfax Wind Symphony was formed in the fall of 1999 for the benefit of local music directors and teachers. Its’ primary focus is to read and prepare wind literature of all grade levels, and to explore contemporary rehearsal techniques and procedures. In addition to presenting numerous local concerts, the ensemble has been featured at thirteen VMEA In-service Conferences, appeared at the Kennedy Center five times, performed at the GMU Potomac Festival three times, presented a concert upon invitation for the 2006 Mid-West Clinic and the 2016 ACB Convention. Annual concerts shared with the GMU Wind Symphony are also a tradition, starting with the 2002 season.
In 2021, the FWS began an “Arts Ignite” Partnership with the Fairfax County Public Schools. This program allows for interaction between FWS members and FCPS students and teachers in a variety of settings throughout the school year. There are benefits to both groups: to improve the outcomes of the music programs in FCPS as well as provide rehearsal and concert support for the FWS.
Learn more: https://www.fairfaxwindsymphony.org/