WHO WE ARE

Hailed as “musical in every good way and clearly defined in performance,” Newfound Chamber Winds, formerly Maryland Chamber Winds, is a modular, professional wind ensemble of fourteen musicians who perform in flexible combinations of instrumentation ranging from small chamber pieces to works for the full ensemble. Founded in 2015, NFCW enriches audiences through high-quality performances of wind chamber music, educational programming, community engagement, and commissioning projects. NFCW aims to develop its community by presenting performances in both traditional and non-traditional spaces.  

In addition to preserving the standard repertoire, NFCW aims to support the growth and awareness of new music through engaging with composers. Since their founding, NFCW has premiered numerous new compositions, transcriptions, or arrangements for chamber winds. NFCW has been fortunate to commission composers Molly Joyce, Kris McCormick, Michael Mogensen, Cassie Wieland, and Theo Chandler as Composers-in-Residence during their annual Festival.

From 2015-2023, NFCW hosted the annual Maryland Wind Festival each June. Performing throughout Frederick and Hagerstown, NFCW provided offer free performances as part of their annual series. Regular partnerships with the Washington County Public Schools, Barbara Ingram School for the Arts, and local businesses have allowed them to offer classes and concerts for young people and children throughout western Maryland.  

During the summer of 2020, NFCW will release their debut album titled ‘Preludes and Recitations’ on the Tonsehen Label featuring world premiere performances of Theo Chandler’s ‘Trailing Wings’ for Saxophone and Winds and ‘Preludes and Recitations’ for wind dectet.

Newfound Chamber Winds is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and is generously supported by local corporations and small businesses as well as individuals nationwide.

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