The Comox Valley Concert Band goes south of the border to explore the music of the American Republic this Mother’s Day, May 13 at 2 p.m.
The 40-piece wind ensemble under the direction of Patrick Hoenmans has titled this foray South Winds and will feature compositions in a wide range of styles.
The band begins with the spiritual When the Stars Begin to Shine and ends with selections from the Broadway musical Jersey Boys, a recent box office hit that documents the rise and fall of rock and roll singing sensations the Four Seasons.
In between, the band touches Dixieland in the March Creole, war songs from the Revolutionary and Civil wars, folk songs from the western expansion and film scores from Hollywood.
George Gershwin’s gift for the melodic line and Henry Mancini’s fusion of jazz and popular song all play a role in this family concert designed to bring on the heat and celebrate motherhood.
Tickets for this southern extravaganza can be purchased at the Filberg Centre for $5 or at the door on concert day.
The band thanks the Evergreen Seniors for their continued sponsorship of this annual event. Tea and coffee will be served by the Evergreen hosts following the concert.
— Comox Valley Concert Band