A bounty of music concerts are coming in November and December, each of the University of Lethbridge music ensembles present their end-of-semester offerings.
Winds on the Moon
Friday, Nov. 26, 8 p.m. at Southminster United Church
The University Wind Orchestra, directed by Dr. Tom Staples, performs to elevated heights with their moon-inspired concert. With a program that includes Introduction to the Moon by Libby Larsen, Spin Cycle by Scott Lindroth, Galilean Moons by Roger Cichy, Moon by Night by Jonathan Newman and Sleep by Eric Whitacre, this concert will be out of this world.
Magnum Mysterium
Tuesday, Nov. 30, 8 p.m. at Southminster United Church
Vox Musica and the U of L Women's Chorus share a concert of magnificent choral Christmas selections.
Vox Musica has perfected two versions of O Magnum Mysterium: one by Tomás Luis de Victoria and the other by Morten Lauridsen.
"These are two very different musical arrangements using the same text," explains Glenn Klassen, Vox Musica director.
Other highlights include Ralph Manuel's Alleluia, and an unforgettable performance of Ralph Vaughn Williams' Fantasia on Christmas Carols, featuring organist Mary Lee Voort and U of L alumnus McKade Hogg (BMus/BEd).
The U of L Women's Chorus takes to the stage under new conductor,
Dr. Ruth Phillips, to perform Ceremony of Carols by Benjamin Britten, a glorious seasonal arrangement for treble choir.
Birth of the Cool
Wednesday, Dec. 1, 8 p.m. at the University Theatre
The U of L Jazz Ensemble, under the direction of Dr. David Renter, returns to the roots of jazz, performing selections from two of the most important and influential recorded jazz albums of all time, Miles Davis' Kind of Blue and Birth of the Cool.
Selections include timeless classics, So What, All Blues and Freddie Freeloader. Other program highlights include a seasonal jazz arrangement of O Tannenbaum and selections by pianist Herbie Hancock.
Classical Percussion Concert
Friday, Dec. 3, 8 p.m. at the University Theatre
Combining a touch of Christmas with chamber percussion selections, this season's Classical Percussion Concert promises to appeal to everyone.
Featuring guest performers, Raymond High School Percussion Ensemble, the program highlights Latin percussion, steel band, a powerful, mirrored drum duet and an incredible piece for Percussion Orchestra.
Directed by Adam Mason, the U of L Percussion Ensemble boasts more than 40 members including University students and community members. Audiences can look forward to another unforgettable night of rhythm.
Get Your Tickets
Tickets to all these concerts are available at the University Box Office, Monday through Friday, 12:30 to 3:30 p.m., or by calling 403-329-2616. Tickets are priced at $15 for regular admission and $10 student/senior.
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