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Join the Mizzou Wind Ensemble as they perform a stirring program of iconic patriotic works to commemorate America 250 on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 7 p.m. in the Missouri Theatre.Celebrate the rich musical traditions and enduring spirit of the United States through works that have shaped the American band repertoire. From the patriotism of The Star-Spangled Banner, Morton Gould's American Salute, and John Philip Sousa's The Thunderer to Charles Ives's imaginative Variations on "America" and the beloved America the Beautiful, the program reflects both the history and evolving identity of our nation.The evening culminates in the world premiere transcription performance of The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere, a powerful new work inspired by one of the most iconic events leading to the American Revolution, by acclaimed composer and pianist of the Grammy-Award winning new music ensemble Alarm Will Sound, John Orfe. The Wind Ensemble gives two performances each semester and is conducted by Dr. Brian A. Silvey ( Mizzou faculty, staff and students free with IDK-12 students free ( tickets: $6 (

The Missouri Quintet is the faculty woodwind quintet in residence at The University of Missouri's flagship campus in Columbia. Mastering a wide variety of literature, the ensemble has performed in cities such as Boston, New York, Chicago, Dallas, and at institutions including The New England Conservatory, Northwestern University, University of Illinois, and The University of North Texas.Highlights include a Carnegie Hall debut in 1989; a broadcast on National Public Radio's Performance Today; a performance at The International Festival of Chamber Music in Belem, Brazil; and a tour of China in 2010 with the University of Missouri Wind Ensemble.The group is credited with recording two CDs for the Cambria label: Quintets Nos. 1 & 2 by American composer David Maslanka; and Romantic Winds, a collection of transcribed works by Grieg, Dvorak, and Rimsky-Korsakov. In 1999, the Quintet commissioned Quintet No. 3 from Maslanka. The work can be found on the group's CD entitled David Maslanka: Music for Winds, released on the Albany Records label.The Missouri Quintet was founded in 1977 with assistance from The Missouri Arts Council.

The Wind Ensemble incorporates the finest woodwind, brass and percussion performers on campus. This select ensemble offers one-per-part playing in a flexible setting and performs the highest quality wind band literature. High expectations for individual musicianship and advanced technical attainment make membership in the Wind Ensemble a challenging and rewarding experience. Membership is through competitive auditions held each semester. Recent guests of the Wind Ensemble have include renowned wind band composers John Mackey, Steve Bryant, David Maslanka, Michael Markowski, Ryan George, and Aaron Perrine. The Wind Ensemble has recently toured China, Italy, Austria, and the Czech Republic, and has made several appearances at state, regional, and national music conferences. The Wind Ensemble gives two performances each semester and is conducted by Dr. Brian A. Silvey (

Details On All-Juniors Honor Band Happening February 14-15, 2027Nominations open in December. Each year, MU Bands hosts the All-Juniors Honor Band, an immersive on-campus experience for talented junior students from across the state of Missouri. For more information, visit music.missouri.edu/all-juniors-honor-band (  About the MU Wind Ensemble The Wind Ensemble incorporates the finest woodwind, brass and percussion performers on campus. This select ensemble offers one-per-part playing in a flexible setting and performs the highest quality wind band literature. High expectations for individual musicianship and advanced technical attainment make membership in the Wind Ensemble a challenging and rewarding experience. Membership is through competitive auditions held each semester. Recent guests of the Wind Ensemble have include renowned wind band composers John Mackey, Steve Bryant, David Maslanka, Michael Markowski, Ryan George, and Aaron Perrine. The Wind Ensemble has recently toured China, Italy, Austria, and the Czech Republic, and has made several appearances at state, regional, and national music conferences. The Wind Ensemble gives two performances each semester and is conducted by Dr. Brian A. Silvey (