Saxophone Day: March 24, 2024

The Annual Saxophone Day@Wayne State event is open to all area middle school, high school, college, or adult saxophonists with a passion for improvement in their saxophone playing abilities. The day is hosted by the Department of Music, Dr. James Fusik and Prof. Chris Collinst. It will include a featured performance by Guest Artists SOMA Saxophone Quartet, WSU Student Chamber ensembles, and the Detroit Saxophone Ensemble.

Saxophone Day Faculty Clinicians:

• James Fusik, WSU Faculty
• Chris Collins, WSU Faculty
• SOMA Quartet, Guest Artists 

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Registration will only be available online. The cost to participate in the program is FREE. Participants will receive an event t-shirt, and a pizza lunch (those with dietary restrictions, please email the event coordinator in advance of the event day).

Masterclass participation: If you are interested in performing work from the standard saxophone repertoire in the masterclass, please be sure to indicate it on the registration form. A pianist will be provided. Pre-existing quartets are welcome to apply. Registration Deadline: March 15th. 

Sessions to include: 

• Beginning and Advanced Improvisation Clinic
• Detroit Saxophone Ensemble Rehearsal
• Saxophone Vendor Exhibition
• Classical Clinic and Master Class
• Featured Concert: SOMA Quartet
• Final Saxophone Day Recital