The next classical music offering from the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts will be the Symphony of the Lakes Wind Quintet.
Performing on the round stage of Wagon Wheel at 2515 E. Center St., the quintet will play at 7 p.m. Feb. 24.
A wind quintet is a chamber music ensemble consisting of five wind instruments: flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon and horn. This instrumental combination creates a distinctive and versatile sound that allows for a wide range of musical expressions and textures. Players are selected from the Wagon Wheel Symphony of the Lakes orchestra, and represent principal players in each section.
According to a release from the Wagon Wheel, wind quintets have a rich history in classical music, and composers have written a significant amount of repertoire for this ensemble. The range of timbres within the ensemble allows for a diverse exploration of musical styles, from classical and Romantic compositions to contemporary and experimental works.
Symphony conductor Jason Luke Thompson said, “Wind quintets are celebrated for their ability to create intricate dialogues between instruments and their capacity to evoke a wide range of emotions through their collective sound. Don’t miss this evening of superb musical offerings.”
General admission tickets are $10 each and are available at wagonwheelcenter.org, at the Wagon Wheel box office or at the door.
For further information, call the Wagon Wheel Center for the Arts at 574-267-8041.