Hodgson Wind Ensemble gives Valentine’s Day concert: “Fireworks & Serenades”

The University of Georgia’s Hodgson Wind Ensemble invites you to share your love of music in a Valentine’s Day program: Fireworks & Serenades.  The concert takes place in Hodgson Hall on Thursday, February 14 at 7:30 p.m.

Joining the Wind Ensemble are William F. and Pamela P. Prokasy Professor in the Arts Philip Smith, trumpet, and Sheila Smith, soprano, who will perform music of George and Ira Gershwin.  Reid Messich, Associate Professor of Oboe, is featured in Frank Ticheli’s Serenade for Kristin.  Wind band works by Stravinksy, Sousa, Cuong, Gillingham, and Denza round out the concert.

In addition to the music, a special Valentine’s Day Photo Booth, sponsored by the sisters of Sigma Alpha Iota, will be in the lobby before and after the concert.  You can commemorate your concert visit in a photo with your significant other, family, or with a musician performing that night!  “The Hodgson Wind Ensemble and guests are ready to serenade, and fireworks are guaranteed!” said conductor Dr. Cynthia Johnston Turner, UGA Director of Bands.

The Hodgson Wind Ensemble is the premiere performing ensemble of UGA Bands, having garnered an international reputation for its artistry, precision, sensitivity, and musicianship.  This concert, part of the Thursday Scholarship Series, is ticketed through the UGA Performing Arts Center ($6-20; available online: https://pac.uga.edu/; or by phone: 706.542.4400).  The performance is underwritten by WUGA, 91.7 and 94.5 FM. 

Please join us Thursday evening, February 14, at 7:30 in Hodgson Concert Hall.  If you are unable to attend, live streaming will be available.  Visit music.uga.edu/live-streaming to tune in.  For more program information or questions, please contact the band office: (706) 542.1505; or email: ugawindensembles@uga.edu.