Del Sol Winds

Del Sol Winds is an Independent WGI Winds program based out of the Coachella Valley and part of DPAA.

03/21/2026

Saturday, March 21st we perform at our first WGASC show of the season hosted by Rancho Verde High School.

Performance time: 12:29pm

See you there! ☀️

02/24/2026

2026 WGI Temecula Regional ☀️

Congratulations to all of the ensembles who performed this weekend. It was a privilege to share the floor with so many talented and dedicated percussion and wind groups.

A meaningful start to our season — here we grow!

12/09/2025

It’s not too late to take part in our 2026 season!

Open callbacks info:
Date: Sunday, December 14th
Time: 9:30am-5:30pm
Location: Desert Ridge Academy (Indio)
Who: Woodwind and brass performers who are passionate about the marching arts (all-age)

Bring a friend!

Send us a DM for more information. Register for open callbacks with 2026 audition link in our bio.

12/07/2025

“The Caged Bird Sings”

Inspired by Maya Angelou’s iconic poem “Caged Bird,” our 2026 production explores the powerful journey from oppression and confinement to resilience, hope, and liberation. Through striking imagery, movement, and voice, we delve into what it means to feel trapped by circumstance, by society, or by self - and the courage it takes to rise, resist, and reclaim freedom. Like the caged bird that sings despite its chains, this production is a testament to the unbreakable human spirit.

11/29/2025

📣Staff Announcement

☀️Meet the 2026 Del Sol Winds staff

11/19/2025

2026 season performance schedule has dropped 🗓️

Catch Del Sol Winds at these shows! ☀️

10/28/2025

Calling all brass and woodwind musicians - Come join Del Sol Winds for our 3rd competitive season, and 2nd trip to WGI World Championships!

Auditions take place Sunday, December 7th, 2025 at Desert Ridge Academy in North Indio.

Please note that Del Sol Winds is an ALL-AGE inclusive ensemble. WGI Winds does not set an “age-out” for their ensembles. We welcome high school and college students, as well as adults who are passionate about the marching arts.

•Missed out on drum corps, and already aged out? Come join us!
•Looking for a local marching arts ensemble to sharpen your skills before auditioning for a drum corps? Come join us!
•Want to be a part of an inclusive and welcoming organization that will represent the Coachella Valley on an international stage? Come join us!

📋Register by filling out the link in our bio.

❔Have questions? Send us a DM, or email us at [email protected].

☀️Hope to see YOU at auditions! Bring a friend, and let’s make this the best season yet! ☀️

10/14/2025

🎶 2026 Auditions - Sunday, December 7th, 2025🎶

Del Sol Winds is about to embark on our 3rd indoor season. We will be traveling to Dayton, Ohio again for WGI World Championships—and we want YOU to be a part of this journey!

✨ What we’re looking for:
•Brass and woodwind musicians
•Performers of all ages (yes really - there is no “age-out” for WGI Winds. While most of our performers are high school and college aged, if you graduated from high school or college some time ago, we welcome you to audition for our ensemble! Now is your chance to be a part of a marching arts ensemble that will represent the Coachella Valley on an international stage.
•Reliable and passionate people who can show up and contribute to the ensemble with their strong work ethic
•Team players who thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment

✨ To audition:
•Register by filling out the Google form in our bio, or visiting our website desertarts.org and clicking on the “Member Sign Up” tab.
•Can’t make it to auditions on December 7th? Send us a DM or email us at [email protected] to inquire about a video audition.

Want to stay in the loop and connect with others who are interested in auditioning? Join our 2026 interest group on the BandApp - link in bio.

See you soon! ☀️

09/03/2025

🎶 Del Sol Winds 2026 Fall Clinic 🎶
📅 Sunday, September 21st
🕙 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Check-in at 9:30 AM)
📍 Desert Ridge Academy (Indio)

Join us for a day of music, movement, and fun with the Del Sol Winds! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just curious, this is the perfect chance to see what we’re all about.
✅ Open to all ages
🎺 Learn. Move. Connect.
👯‍♂️ Bring a friend!
✨ Register now for the clinic + auditions at desertarts.org or hit the link in our bio.

07/14/2025

Interested in joining Del Sol Winds for the 2026 season? Join our interest group on the Band App. Link in bio!

Del Sol Winds will be traveling to Dayton, Ohio again for the 2026 WGI World Championships. We are an all age ensemble, and we welcome anyone passionate about the marching arts activity to audition. Auditions will be held during the month of December in the Coachella Valley.

Have questions? Please feel free to reach out directly via DM on Instagram or Facebook, or join our interest group and connect with staff and other interested members.

Hope to see you at auditions!

04/28/2025

That’s a wrap on the 2025 season! Such a historical season for us in many ways. Thank you to everyone who was involved with making this year a special one. Congratulations to our performers for achieving our highest score in our program’s 2-year history at WGASC championships this weekend!

Address

Temecula, CA
92589–92593

Website

http://desertarts.org/

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