The groups will depart by air for several days of rehearsals and sightseeing in Manhattan. (Their instruments were sent ahead by truck). The students will also attend a Broadway show and a performance by the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. Music faculty members making the trip include Bobby Francis, Brian West, Curt Wilson, Brian Youngblood and Jeremy Strickland.
Schedule for the NYC performances:
Wednesday, Feb. 23 – 8 p.m.
Percussion Ensemble performs in Merkin Concert Hall at Kaufman Center
Thursday, Feb. 24 – 8 p.m.
Wind Symphony and Jazz Ensemble, along with guest artists American Brass Quintet, will perform at Stern Auditorium, Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.