MID-WINTER BAND CONCERT SCHEDULED AT ADRIAN COLLEGE posted 2/9/06

The Adrian College band will perform on Feb. 19, at 5 p.m., along with special guest bands from Madison Schools 7th and 8th grades and Sand Creek High School.

The concert will include a variety of music, ranging from traditional marches to contemporary works. The Adrian College Band will perform the Lenawee County premier of the wind band version of “Cloudburst,” a new work by acclaimed composer Eric Whitacre. The bands from Madison (Mary-Beth Madziar, director) and Sand Creek (Michael Pratt, director) will perform their 2006 festival repertoires.

This concert is presented in conjunction with “Performing Arts Scholarship Day.” High school seniors are encouraged to attend and audition for band, vocal, and orchestral scholarships for up to $1,000 per semester. Students are not required to major in music to qualify. For more information, call the Adrian College Admissions Office at 517-265-5161.

This is free and open to the public. It will take place on the Adrian College Chapel located on Charles Street on the Adrian College campus. If you would like more information please contact the Adrian College music department at 517-264-3868.

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