Welcome Spring with the Scintillating sounds of Milton Concert Band

Milton, Ontario – At 8 p.m. on Saturday, April 12, 2008 at St. Paul’s United Church in Milton, the Milton Concert Band offers an exciting mix of popular favourites and innovative selections in their Spring Concert.

Milton Concert Band returns to St. Paul’s United Church for their first concert of 2008.  According to Band President Angela Rozario, “We had such an overwhelmingly positive response to the band, the location and our guest performers at our Christmas Concert, that we wanted to keep what worked while offering a selection of music which is as fresh and invigorating as Spring itself.” 

Now in its second year of operation, the band has jelled into a well balanced and exciting ensemble.  One of the things that set this group apart from traditional concert bands is their repertoire.  Musical Director, Joseph Resendes promises to impart his own unique influences into the band’s performances.  Mr. Resendes explains, “Many North American Concert Bands have a similar repertoire.  While exciting and well loved selections from Broadway, Big Band, Classical and Contemporary North American Composers will always be a part of our musical offerings, I am able to draw on my cultural background to introduce some very innovative European works.  We want to feature talented composers who fuse the best of their historical musical traditions with modern rhythms and tastes.”   The result of this fusion is a program which features pieces like “Chorus Line”, “Olympic Fanfare” (Theme from the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics) and “Suite in E flat” (which was one of the first true Concert Band pieces ever written) with other selections like “La Storia” by Dutch composer, Jacob de Haan that showcase the type of European music which the band is exploring.

The band prides itself on injecting each selection with a great deal of emotion which allows them to communicate the story behind the notes.  “We’ve worked so hard to breathe life into each piece, that we’re thrilled to be returning to St. Paul’s United Church for this performance as the church’s acoustics will truly enhance our efforts.” Said Angela Rozario.

The St. Paul’s United Church Senior Choir collaborated with the band on their Christmas Concert.  The results were a delight for all involved.  Eager to repeat the experience, the choir will once again be joining the band for their Spring Concert.  This time around the choir’s program will feature light spirituals and gospel music.

Everyone is invited to enjoy the scintillating sounds of the Milton Concert Band and St. Paul’s Choir in their Spring Concert on Saturday, April 12, 2008.  The concert will begin at 8pm in St. Paul’s United Church, 123 Main St. East in Milton which is fully wheel chair accessible.  Tickets are just $12 for Adults; $10 for Seniors and Students and Children under 12 are free.  Simply call (905) 693-9886 or e-mail the band at: info@miltonconcertband.com  for tickets and more information.  Doors open at 7:15pm and tickets will also be available at the door. 

Comprised mainly of amateur musicians from all over Halton Region, the band’s mission is to provide Milton and area residents with an opportunity to enjoy and perform great music right here in their own community.  The public is invited to learn more about the band and upcoming concerts at info@miltonconcertband.com or by calling 416-508-6106.

 For further information contact: 
Cheryl Ciccarelli
Phone:  905-864-1143
E-mail: pr_events@miltonconcertband.com