Northshore Concert Band: A Lifetime of Music | Pick-Staiger Concert Hall

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The 20th annual Lifetime of Music Initiative performance, hosted by NCB, will showcase centuries of music transformed into captivating works for winds. The event, titled "Northshore Concert Band: A Lifetime of Music," promises an immersive musical experience that will transport the audience through different musical eras. The program begins with Cindy McTee’s remarkable composition, Notezart, which seamlessly blends diverse musical styles, including 12-tone passages, quartal and quintal harmonies, and nods to Mozart’s Eine Kleine Nachtmusik. Florence Price's Adoration follows, captivating listeners with its lush and romantic tones that mirror the resplendence of the organ. The first half of the program concludes with Paul Hindemith’s Symphonic Metamorphosis on Themes of Carl Maria von Weber, a monumental showcase of the wind ensemble's vitality and virtuosity. The second half of the program welcomes exceptional middle school musicians from the Chicagoland area, who will join the Northshore Concert Band for a special performance. The program will feature a new work by Omar Thomas, Frank Ticheli’s meditative Earth Song, and Kevin Day’s high-energy Rocketship! Guaranteeing a memorable evening of musical enchantment, this Northshore Concert Band event promises to be a must-see for music enthusiasts in the Evanston area. Secure your tickets now for an unforgettable night of music at Pick-Staiger Concert Hall on February 18, 2024. Ticket prices range from $10 to $25. For more information, visit northshoreband.org.