MEDIA CONTACT: Jessica Johnson (585) 275-2828 or Helene Snihur (585) 275-7800

September 29, 2000

University of Rochester Symphonic Wind Ensemble Concert

TIME, DATE, AND PLACE: 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22, in Strong Auditorium on the University of Rochester River Campus.

ADMISSION: Free and open to the public Note: parking is available on University lots after 7 p.m. weeknights and all weekend.

The University of Rochester Symphonic Wind Ensemble, conducted by James Ripley, assistant professor of conducting and ensembles, will present a concert at 8 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 22, in Strong Auditorium on the River Campus.

The program includes Fugue in C by Ives; J.S. Bach's O Mensch, Bewein Dein Sunde Gross; Smit's Banners and Pennants; Seigmeister's Front Porch Saturday Night; Royal Coronation Dances by Margolis; and Konagaya's Japanese Tune.

The concert is free and open to the public. Please contact the College Department of Music at (585) 275-2828 at least five days in advance to request any special accommodations.

About the University of Rochester

The University of Rochester (www.rochester.edu) is one of the nation's leading private universities. Located in Rochester, N.Y., the University gives students exceptional opportunities for interdisciplinary study and close collaboration with faculty through its unique cluster-based curriculum. Its College of Arts, Sciences, and Engineering is complemented by the Eastman School of Music, Simon School of Business, Warner School of Education, Laboratory for Laser Energetics, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, and the Memorial Art Gallery.

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