Based in Ann Arbor, MI, OUT Ensemble is a dynamic new wind quintet committed to increasing the representation of LGBTQ+ composers and performers in classical music. Described as playing with “tasteful, elegant, beautiful blends… wonderful colors and mood” by Dr. James King, OUT Ensemble celebrates queer composers, represents diverse communities, and inspires listeners to embrace their authentic identities.

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Upcoming Performances

Alan and Sophie’s Chamber Music Recital Stamps Auditorium 8:00 pm Ann Arbor, MI

April 4th, 2026

May 2026

Seasons of Change Album Release Event Ann Arbor District Library Downtown, 6:30 pm Ann Arbor, MI

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TOMORROW! Our very own @_sophie.bracken_ will be performing her Master’s Recital at 5:30pm in Stamps Auditorium, featuring OUT Ensemble! We will be performing “Dreaming in Color” by the amazing @marymdenney_music ,which was recent
Thank you to everyone who joined us for our Queer and Now program this past weekend! We concluded our concert series with a performance at @aadlgram yesterday. Enjoy some clips from our second performance of Mary Denney’s Dreaming in Color! Hap
We had a fantastic time premiering @marymdenney_music piece “Dreaming In Color” at @uplift_a2 last night! Thanks to everyone who came for the concert. Join us tomorrow at 1pm at the Downtown Branch of @aadlgram for our second performance
In celebration of LGBTQ+ History month, OUT Ensemble presents Queer and Now, a concert series celebrating the works of contemporary queer composers. Join us on October 3 for an evening of classical and pop tunes with a wind quintet twist at Ann Arbor
First concert of the season in the books! ✅ Thank you to everyone who came out last night to support us at this Concert 4a Cause! Special thank you to @goodson_kathryn for having us be a part of this wonderful concert series. We’d also like

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