April 26, 2024

UMW Hosts Fall Band Concert, Nov. 6

The University of Mary Washington Concert Band will host its annual fall concert on Friday, Nov. 6.

UMW Concert Band

UMW Concert Band

Performing works from the classic wind band repertoire as well as from living composers, the performance will begin at 7:30 p.m. in George Washington Hall’s Dodd Auditorium on the Fredericksburg campus.

Featured works include Clifton Williams’ Dedicatory Overture, Bach’s Sheep May Safely Graze, and John Zdechlik’s Chorale and Shaker Dance. Also on the program are some light works, including medleys from both Star Wars and Disney films.

The UMW Concert Band, conducted by Kevin Bartram, is comprised of both UMW students and community musicians who present two concerts each year. Membership is open to all UMW students regardless of major.

The concert is free and open to the public. For information, call 540-654-1012.