Author: NWWS

NW Wind Symphony Opens 2014-2015 Concert Season on Nov. 1

25 September 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Franji Mayes, secretary@northwestwindsymphony.org

Centralia, WA – The Northwest Wind Symphony opens its 24th season on Saturday, November 1, with a fall concert titled, “Just Different!” The concert takes place at Corbet Theatre at 7pm and will feature the widest variety of concert music the group has played to date.

“We all have our quirks, our opinions,” said Dan Schmidt, Conductor. “When we come across something or someone that, in our opinion, is just out of place, we often form a quick opinion, which can grow into a prejudice.” Dr. Schmidt went on to note the unique qualities of the music to be performed, including a modern arrangement of “America,” a funk tune for concert band, and melodies from Gershwin’s “Porgy and Bess.”

NWWS musicians come all over Western Washington, traveling between 10 minutes and 3 hours to meet on the Centralia College campus for a day-long rehearsal. Many are music teachers, and all are volunteers. “It’s important to continue the tradition of providing live, high-caliber concert music,” said Dane Hurd, Executive Director. “Concert attendance keeps the NWWS alive, providing a way for talented musicians to give music back to the community.”

Founded in 1991, the NWWS enjoys presenting theme-based concerts and frequently features guest artists and conductors. Ticket sales and donations fund service expenses such as concert hall and sheet music rentals. Tickets may be purchased for $12 at the door or in advance at Book ‘n’ Brush in Chehalis. Students are free with paying adult. For more information on the current concert season, visit www.northwestwindsymphony.org.

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As the region’s premiere classical performance ensemble, the Northwest Wind Symphony’s 24th concert season will challenge and entertain students and adults with unique wind band music.