The Washington Wind Symphony: Venti Freschi

Percy Grainger — The Lads of Wamphray
William Grant Still — "II. Summerland" from Three Visions
David Maslanka — Hymn for World Peace
Ralph Vaughan Williams — English Folk Song Suite
Yasuhide Ito — Gloriosa

Feel the "fresh winds" of music sweep through you as the Washington Wind Symphony presents "Venti Freschi" on April 6 at 2pm. This program is a breath of fresh air, offering a diverse and invigorating musical experience. We begin with the spirited Lads of Wamphray March by Percy Aldridge Grainger, where the rugged Scottish border ballads come to life, evoking a sense of historical dare-deviltry. Then, let the serene melodies of William Grant Still's "Summerland" wash over you, a musical portrait of the afterlife, originally for piano and beautifully arranged for wind band, that soothes the soul.

The 'Fresh Winds' continue with David Maslanka's poignant Hymn for World Peace, a testament to the power of individual and communal peace through music. We then journey through the English countryside with Ralph Vaughan Williams' English Folk Song Suite, a collection of beloved folk melodies that capture the heart of England. Finally, we are transported to Japan with Yasuhide Ito's Gloriosa, a fusion of Gregorian chant and Japanese folk music, telling a story of hidden faith and cultural confluence. Each piece in "Venti Freschi" is a testament to the transformative power of music, a refreshing experience for the senses.

Join us for an afternoon where the 'Fresh Winds' of music will inspire and uplift.

About The Washington Wind Symphony

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