Many classical composers known for their orchestral, chamber music, and solo instrumental repertoire are hesitant about writing for genres outside their more traditional compositional scope. It took Joan Tower, a celebrated American composer, five years to do so, but she makes her first foray into the world of band music next month with Fascinating Ribbons , a six-minute piece for concert band. Tower's composition premieres at 1 p.m. Feb. 22 by the Keystone Wind Ensemble. The conference's opening evening concert at 8 p.m. Feb. 21 will be presented by the U.S. Air Force Band.
Admission is free to the performance, but a ticket is required since seating is very limited.
Tickets may be picked up from the box office in the Murchison Performing Arts Center on any Monday through Friday from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. In addition, two important concerts will precede the conference's official opening. Air Force Band Col. Lowell Graham, conductor Admission is free, but tickets are required. Seating is very limited, and attendees are encouraged to pick up tickets in advance and arrive early.