Mount Vernon Nazarene University (MVNU) will host a spring instrumental ensembles concert on Tuesday, March 25, at 7:30 p.m. in the R.R. Hodges Chapel/Auditorium. The event is open to the public and free of charge.
The concert will feature performances by the Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Jazz Band, Flute Choir, and String Ensemble. Dr. John Packard will direct the Symphonic Wind Ensemble as they perform music from video games such as "World of Warcraft," "Final Fantasy VII," "Myst III," and "Tetris." Additionally, they will present two pieces by Grammy-winning composer Christopher Tin from the "Civilization" series: "Sogno Di Volare" and "Baba Yetu."
The MVNU Jazz Band will perform three contrasting pieces, starting with "Wave," featuring Seth Righter on baritone sax. They will continue with David Springfield’s ballad, "Ever After," and conclude with Craig Skeffington's swing chart, "Reverse of the Curse." Although usually directed by Mr. Chuck Dettmar, Dr. Trevor Marcho will lead the band for this concert.
Performances by the Flute Choir and String Ensemble are also scheduled. The Flute Choir includes MVNU students and community members under Mrs. Jennifer Packard's direction, while Dr. Juan Carlos Ortega directs the String Ensemble.
For more information about this or other musical events at MVNU, contact Tressa Daley at (740) 397-9000 ext. 3000 or visit mvnu.edu/music.
Mount Vernon Nazarene University is a private Christian teaching university offering education to traditional age students, graduate students, and working adults across its main campus in Mount Vernon, Ohio.
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