Seattle Wind Symphony: Off Limits! Forbidden Music

Dmitri Shostakovich — Festive Overture in A major, Op. 96
Kurt Weill — Little Threepenny Music
Florence Price — Adoration
Akira Miyoshi — Secret Rites (Subliminal Festa)
Richard Wagner — Trauermusik nach Motiven aus Euryanthe, WWV 73
David Bedford — Ronde for Isolde
Amanda Aldridge — On Parade

Join us for an impactful evening where we celebrate the power of music that has faced censorship and prejudice throughout history. This special event will feature a diverse lineup of wind band music that challenges societal norms and inspires resilience, including Festive Overture by Dmitri Shostakovich, Little Threepenny Music by Kurt Weill, and On Parade by Amanda Aldridge. Through their melodies, we'll explore the stories behind these powerful works and honor the artists who dared to express themselves. Mark your calendars for November 16 at Meany Hall (UW), and be part of a night dedicated to embracing freedom of expression through the universal language of music.

About Seattle Wind Symphony

Seattle Wind Symphony is a premier wind band in the Pacific Northwest, conducted by Dr. John Falskow. Seattle Wind Symphony is dedicated to connecting the Puget Sound community through vibrant, accessible, and captivating performances. We feature a diverse array of composers, both living and historical; local Pacific Northwest soloists; and compositions spanning many musical styles. We strive to inspire a love of the unique resonance of a woodwind, brass, and percussion ensemble in audiences of all ages.

http://www.seattlewindsymphony.org/