AOE DALLAS

Anime Orchestra Ensemble is a student-run organization that unites UT Dallas students to perform anime and video game music at live events.We provide a vibrant community where fans of various series can meet, connect, and explore their favorite genres.

This site is published by Anime Orchestra Ensemble, a registered student organization. This site is not an official publication of UT Dallas and does not represent the views of the university or its officers.
The University of Texas at Dallas is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action University. Students with disabilities needing special assistance to attend please call (972-883-2946). Texas Relay Operation: 1-800-RELAYTX.

ABOUT US

Interested in joining? Whether you play an instrument or don't, there's a place for you here in AOE Dallas! Click the links below to learn more about our organization and how to join.
For more detailed information as a member (or future member), join our Discord server!

Sections

Our organization is divided into different sections. We have sections for any instrument you play, and if you don't see your instrument on the list, ask and we can probably accommodate you! You can also join as a non-performing member, or perform and have another role! The Discord tag colors are also listed.

Performing Sections

Strings: (purple) Violins, Violas, Cellos, Double Bass, Piano
Woodwinds: (pink) Flute, Clarinet, Oboe, Bassoon, Saxophone
Brass: (gold) Trumpet, Trombone, French Horn, Euphonium Tuba
Choir: (teal) Vocals
Electronics: (blue) Electric Guitar, Electric Bass, Drum Set, Vocals, Keyboard/Synth
Percussion: (indigo) Marimba, Glockenspiel, Cymbals, Bongos, Congas, Auxiliary (Castanets, Shaker, Tambourine, etc.)
Piano: (magenta) Piano

Non-Performing Sections

Marketing (light orange)
This section is what markets the organization! Listed below are only some of the responsibilities that members of this team may be tasked with.
- Graphic design
- Fundraising
- Social media management
A/V Production (dark orange)
This section handles the audio and video production of the organization! Listed below are only some of the responsibilities that members of this team may be tasked with.
- Sound setup
- Concert video
- Streaming
- Video editing

Rehearsal Info

This will be the regular rehearsal information. The songs we rehearse each week will be announced on Discord, along with any changes to the itinerary or rehearsal information.
Sheet music can also be found in the Discord server.

Time: Saturdays 1:45pm - 4:00pm
Location: Founder's Building (FO)

Rehearsal Itenerary

1:45pm: Warm-up
2:00pm: Sectionals
2:50pm: Announcements
3:00pm: Full Orchestra

What to Bring

1. PENCIL
2. Your sheet music
3. Your instrument
4. A music stand, if possible

Leaders & Officers

These are the leaders and officers of AOE! Discord tag colors will also be listed here.

Executives (grey)

Oversee the general operations of the organization.
- PRESIDENT: Bronwen O
- VICE PRESIDENT: Lyila T
- TREASURER: Daniel N

Leaders

Heads of their respective officer teams. Share the colors of their teams.
- ADMINISTRATION TEAM: Esper K
- AV PRODUCTION TEAM: Aiden R, Jacob M
- MARKETING TEAM: Lauren T, Cristina K (junior), Marie K (junior)
- MUSIC COUNCIL: (see music directors)

Officers

Officers of respective teams.
- ADMINISTRATION: (red) Ruth G, Bronwen O
- MARKETING: (light orange) Quynh T, Connor C, Cristina K

Music Directors (light green)

Conduct the ensemble during rehearsals and at performances.
With the input of the music council, determine rehearsal schedules.
Monitor the overall state and performance of the ensemble to keep on track with performance calendar.
- MUSIC DIRECTORS: Matt W, Ian M

Section Leaders (light green)

Music council representatives for their respective sections.
Responsible for running sectional rehearsals.
- STRINGS: Sanjana R, Melanie L
- WOODWINDS: N/A
- BRASS: Michael V
- CHOIR: Lauren T, Joanna G
- ELECTRONICS: Kyle B
- PERCUSSION: S Procter
- PIANO: Aidan L

Music Production (jade green)

Not officers, but are the people who work hard to create, arrange, and revise the music that we perform (with Music Council's help in the revising process).
- Adrian D, Shivan D, Zack S, Ruth G, Hunter M, Sanjana R, Ian M, Michael V, Aaron H, Bronwen O, Asher L, Caleb W, Ethan N

Contact

For more information as a member (or future member), join the Discord server.
Social medias (including our MuseScore) are linked below in the footer!
For business inquiries, our email is [email protected] .

Upcoming Events

AOE FALL 2024 VARIETY CONCERT: LIGHT UP THE NIGHT!

AOE FALL 2024 ORCHESTRA CONCERT: FACING THE HORIZON

Past Concerts

Photos and flyers from previous concerts, created by our marketing team! Click to see full images.

SPRING 2024
Rockin' with AOE: Music is in the Air! - AOE Variety Concert
War and Peace - AOE Orchestra Concert
FALL 2023
Rockin' with AOE: Journeys - AOE Variety Concert Fall 2023
Journeys - AOE Orchestra Concert Fall 2023
SPRING 2023
Rockin' with AOE: Seasons - AOE Variety Concert Spring 2023
Past, Present, Future - AOE Orchestra Concert Spring 2023
FALL 2022
Rockin' with AOE: A Hero's Journey - AOE Variety Concert Fall 2022
A Villain's Vengeance - AOE Orchestra Concert Fall 2022
SPRING 2022
Rockin' with AOE - AOE Variety Concert Spring 2022
Chasing Tomorrow - AOE Orchestra Concert Spring 2022

CONCERT SETLISTS

CONCERT FLYERS

CONCERT PHOTOS

Past Events

Concerts, conventions, and other various events that AOE has previously performed at! Click to see full images.

Kameha Con 2022

UTD CometCon 2022

Fandom Legacy Con 2020

AFest Con 2019

AFest Con 2018

GoGames Con 2016

FAQ

How do I join?
- Click here for more info on how to join! Or simply join the Discord.Who are the officers?
- Here is a page of our officers.What does AOE stand for?
- AOE stands for Anime Orchestra Ensemble, although we are more than just an orchestra! We also perform as an electronics band!Do you rent out instruments?
- AOE does not rent out instruments for personal use.Where can I rent out instruments?
- We have some handy links for you on this page.What if I play an instrument not listed in the sections? Can I still join?
- Ask one of us (a section leader or another officer or leader) and we'll see if we can accommodate the instrument you play!
Who was in charge of creating the cool YouTube videos you guys have?
- Credits are in the videos! Uploads made before 2020 were managed by Neil N (former AV leader) and former members Elisa S (former audio engineer) and Matthew C (former livestream manager and AV leader).

Music rentals

Depending on your location and needs, here are some places you could look for rental instruments in DFW:Music & Arts
Williamson/Music 1st
Brooke Mays
The Band Connection
Dallas Strings
Guitar Center
Doug Wallace Percussion
Drum Doctors
Dallas Drum
Lone Star Percussion
Romeo Music
Metroplex Piano