Each year, 100+ saxophonists of all ages and skill levels descend on Oklahoma City University's campus for an electric day of music-making. OCU Saxophone Day, hosted at the Wanda L. Bass School of Music, brings together saxophonists age 11+ for masterclasses with a world-class guest artist, hands-on workshops, an special artist recital, gear from exhibitors and vendors, and an unforgettable Monster Saxophone Ensemble farewell concert. 

More info about the event and registration can be found here: http://tinyurl.com/SaxDay26

 2026 Featured Guest Artists

Joshua Heaney (Oklahoma City Univ., host)

Johnny Salinas (Oklahoma State Univ.)

Myles Boothroyd (Univ. Oklahoma)

Greg Rife (Southwestern Oklahoma State Univ.)

Schedule

Our event will take place on Saturday September 19, 2026 at OCU’s Wanda L. Bass Music Center. (Click here for a Google Maps link)

 8:30 a.m. – Check-in & warm-up period 
9 a.m. – Monster Saxophone Ensemble rehearsal 
10:30 a.m. – Short break, visit exhibits 
11 a.m. – Featured Guest Artist recital
12 p.m. – Lunch on own, visit exhibits 
1:30 p.m. – Masterclass #1
     (solo and chamber performance slots are available via application!)
2:30 p.m. – Short break
2:45 p.m. – Masterclass #2
     (solo and chamber performance slots are available via application!)
4 p.m. – Monster Saxophone Ensemble sound check & final group photo
5 p.m. – Monster Saxophone Ensemble Farewell Concert (open to the public)

 Masterclass Slots

We are thrilled to offer several masterclass performance slots for soloists and quartets. Take advantage of this opportunity to learn from our featured guest artists! Masterclass slots are awarded competitively, submit your solo and chamber masterclass applications+videos ASAP! Click here to apply

NOTE: This event is not a Union PS event; registration, transportation, and all other details are at the discretion of the student.