“Classics in the Spring” is the theme for the Symphonic Wind Ensemble's concert on Friday, May 16, 7:30 p.m., at First Free Methodist Church, located at 3200 3rd Ave West across from the SPU campus. The concert will also feature the Flute Ensemble and the Clarinet Ensemble. The repertoire includes “First Suite in Eb” by Gustav Holst, “Molly on the Shore” by Percy Grainger, as well as “Psalm for a Band” by Vincent Persichetti. The concert will also honor military members and veterans with “Hymn to the Fallen” by John Williams.
The Symphonic Wind Ensemble is directed by Director of Bands Daniel Helseth; the Flute Ensemble is directed by Instructor of flute Sandy Saathoff; and the Clarinet Ensemble is directed by Instructor of Clarinet Mary Kantor.
The event is free and wheelchair accessible. To request disability accommodation, contact the Disability Services office in advance of the event at 206-281-2272, TTY 206-281-2224, or dss@spu.edu.
Posted: Thursday, May 15, 2014