Illinois Wind Symphony and UI Concert Jazz Band
Two brilliant Illinois ensembles have combined to offer this collaborative concert experience. The first portion of the concert will be performed by the UI Concert Jazz Band, followed by the University of Illinois Wind Symphony. Then, both ensembles will perform together for a final piece.
Dzubay: Symphony No. 2, “Through a Glass, Darkly”
Pann: Four Factories
Hahn: Le Bal de Beatrice d’Este
A preeminent ensemble in the world, the University of Illinois Wind Symphony premieres new works, travels to national and international events, and sets the standard for band performance and training. Its members are undergraduate and graduate students who excel at playing the traditional band repertoire, works for small chamber groups, and innovative new pieces. Since its inception, it has served as an ambassador for the historic Illinois Bands program and is an innovator in the wind band field.
The classic jazz ensemble, UI Concert Jazz Band, is led by Chip McNeill—a performer with Arturo Sandoval, Nat Adderley, Maynard Ferguson, and the Woody Herman Orchestra.
Tickets that had been purchased for the separate Illinois Wind Symphony concert or the UI Concert Jazz Band concert in the Studio Theatre will be honored at this combined concert.
Guests are invited to join Krannert Center in helping children stay warm this winter. Bring new or gently used coats, mittens, gloves, hats, scarves, and ear muffs for this season's clothing drive. All collected items will go to the Champaign Unit 4 School District and Urbana School District 116. Donation boxes will be available in the lobby near Intermezzo cafe.
