Bittersweet Bookends
Dear Patrons and Friends, Our 23rd season is ending and we will look back on this one with bittersweet memories. October (Summon the Heroes) found us celebrating the heroes in our lives with exhilarating and […]
Honoring our Founder
Our hearts are heavy as we share that our founder, mentor and friend, Dr. Lester Lehr, passed away on April 10, 2026. Les was a true visionary who founded this community ensemble and others. His […]
Rehearsals Begin for 2025-26 Season
Rehearsals for the Sacramento Symphonic Winds 2025-26 season begin Tuesday, August 26th at Tim’s Music in Carmichael. Downbeat is at 7pm. Members, be sure to get there early to catch up with fellow band members […]
Open Chairs for the 2025-26 Season
Sacramento Symphonic Winds has a few openings beginning next season. We are looking to fill two clarinet, one oboe, four percussion, and a string bass seat. Membership is generally determined through interview and/or audition with […]
SSW Performs at the 2025 Carmichael Park Community Band Festival
CARMICHAEL PARK COMMUNITY BAND FESTIVAL – FREE Saturday May 31st and Sunday June 1 – 2025 The Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association returns to their annual Carmichael Park Community Band Festival, Carmichael Park Amphitheater. With […]
Giving to SSW
SSW relies on the generous support of our patrons and business sponsors to accomplish our mission to provide quality music performances and educational outreach programs. Tax-deductible donations are used to offset annual operating costs, including […]
October Concert Success!
Our October 6, 2024, concert marked a move to California State University, Sacramento, Capistrano Concert Hall from El Camino High School Center for the Arts. Dr. Morse, members of our Board of Directors, and other […]
SSW Performs at the Carmichael Park Community Band Festival
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE CARMICHAEL PARK COMMUNITY BAND FESTIVAL – FREE Saturday June 1 and Sunday June 2 – 2024 The Sacramento Valley Symphonic Band Association returns to their annual Carmichael Park Community Band Festival, Carmichael […]
About SSW
SSW is an all volunteer adult community concert band / wind ensemble based in the greater Sacramento area.