2013-2014 Concert Season
Shout For Joy:
Symphonic Masterworks for Wind Orchestra
November 15, 2013 7:30pm
Cary Arts Center
Four composers who are “giants” of the core wind-band repertoire are being celebrated. Gustav Holst will start us off in a jovial mood with Jupiter from his well-known series of mood pictures, “The Planets.” Richard Wagner’s Romantic opera Lohengrin sets the stage for the deeply moving prelude to Act IV: Elsa’s Procession to the Cathedral, a work beloved by generations of band musicians. The first half closes with the jaunty Scottish rhythms of Percy Grainger’s “Lads of Wamphray,” the very first piece Grainger wrote for winds, and one of his quirkiest. After intermission, we present a more recent masterwork by composer David Maslanka: Symphony No. 4 for Wind Orchestra. Taking several hymn tunes as inspiration, Maslanka leads us through apparent chaos to transformation and rebirth... the working out of an extended impulse to shout for the joy of life. We hope you will come and share this concert experience with us!
Symphonic Masterworks for Wind Orchestra
November 15, 2013 7:30pm
Cary Arts Center
Four composers who are “giants” of the core wind-band repertoire are being celebrated. Gustav Holst will start us off in a jovial mood with Jupiter from his well-known series of mood pictures, “The Planets.” Richard Wagner’s Romantic opera Lohengrin sets the stage for the deeply moving prelude to Act IV: Elsa’s Procession to the Cathedral, a work beloved by generations of band musicians. The first half closes with the jaunty Scottish rhythms of Percy Grainger’s “Lads of Wamphray,” the very first piece Grainger wrote for winds, and one of his quirkiest. After intermission, we present a more recent masterwork by composer David Maslanka: Symphony No. 4 for Wind Orchestra. Taking several hymn tunes as inspiration, Maslanka leads us through apparent chaos to transformation and rebirth... the working out of an extended impulse to shout for the joy of life. We hope you will come and share this concert experience with us!
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Happy Holidays
December 15, 2013 7:00pm
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
The Triangle Wind Ensemble and the Durham Children's Choir present a concert of holiday cheer. This concert will feature seasonal music from Mame, Harry Potter films Home Alone, traditional American and British Christmas favorites, and fresh arrangements of familiar carols. Voluntary donations will be accepted to benefit Genesis Home, A Durham-based nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness, one family at a time. No tickets required. All ages welcome.
December 15, 2013 7:00pm
North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics
The Triangle Wind Ensemble and the Durham Children's Choir present a concert of holiday cheer. This concert will feature seasonal music from Mame, Harry Potter films Home Alone, traditional American and British Christmas favorites, and fresh arrangements of familiar carols. Voluntary donations will be accepted to benefit Genesis Home, A Durham-based nonprofit dedicated to ending homelessness, one family at a time. No tickets required. All ages welcome.
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Invitation to the Dance(s)
February 11, 2014
Glenaire Retirement Community
A Special Performance for Glenaire Residents
This concert features a variety of dance music—not all of it intended for dancing, but all inspired by the rhythms, movements and vitality of dance. While this performance is a private event, some of the music will appear on other TWE concerts throughout the spring. Glenaire residents get a sneak peek!
February 11, 2014
Glenaire Retirement Community
A Special Performance for Glenaire Residents
This concert features a variety of dance music—not all of it intended for dancing, but all inspired by the rhythms, movements and vitality of dance. While this performance is a private event, some of the music will appear on other TWE concerts throughout the spring. Glenaire residents get a sneak peek!
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Music for a Lifetime
March 25, 2014 7:30pm
Cedar Ridge High School
For this concert, TWE continue its "Music for a Lifetime" series of partnerships with outstanding high school ensembles. This year our partnership is with the highly-regarded Cedar Ridge High School Wind Ensemble, directed by Patricia Hughes. Check back for more information as it becomes available.
March 25, 2014 7:30pm
Cedar Ridge High School
For this concert, TWE continue its "Music for a Lifetime" series of partnerships with outstanding high school ensembles. This year our partnership is with the highly-regarded Cedar Ridge High School Wind Ensemble, directed by Patricia Hughes. Check back for more information as it becomes available.
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Latin Landscapes
April 27, 2014 3pm
Cary Arts Center
TWE, under the direction of Evan Feldman, will present an exciting concert featuring music that evokes fiery dancers, cool gardens, steamy nights, picturesque landscapes, and compelling rhythms characteristic of Latin cultures. Our featured soloist is Puerto Rican percussionist Juan Álamo, performing movements from Brazilian composer Ney Rosauro’s popular Concerto for Marimba and Wind Ensemble.
April 27, 2014 3pm
Cary Arts Center
TWE, under the direction of Evan Feldman, will present an exciting concert featuring music that evokes fiery dancers, cool gardens, steamy nights, picturesque landscapes, and compelling rhythms characteristic of Latin cultures. Our featured soloist is Puerto Rican percussionist Juan Álamo, performing movements from Brazilian composer Ney Rosauro’s popular Concerto for Marimba and Wind Ensemble.
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An American Celebration... And All That Jazz
May 25, 2014 7:30pm
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Jazz is America’s quintessential musical art form. TWE celebrates the Memorial Day weekend with a concert of jazz and patriotic favorites, featuring the Triangle’s own nationally-known jazz trumpeter, Jim Ketch. Ketch will be featured solos by Clifford Brown, Guy Wood and Duke Ellington. The Triangle Wind Ensemble will play a variety of jazz styles arranged for our “big band,” along with patriotic works that honor our veterans on this special holiday weekend. This is a concert to please and inspire all ages. Bring a picnic and enjoy the beautiful setting of Koka Booth Amphitheater along with the music... under the stars!
May 25, 2014 7:30pm
Koka Booth Amphitheatre
Jazz is America’s quintessential musical art form. TWE celebrates the Memorial Day weekend with a concert of jazz and patriotic favorites, featuring the Triangle’s own nationally-known jazz trumpeter, Jim Ketch. Ketch will be featured solos by Clifford Brown, Guy Wood and Duke Ellington. The Triangle Wind Ensemble will play a variety of jazz styles arranged for our “big band,” along with patriotic works that honor our veterans on this special holiday weekend. This is a concert to please and inspire all ages. Bring a picnic and enjoy the beautiful setting of Koka Booth Amphitheater along with the music... under the stars!
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