March 15th, 2025
The Manhattan Wind Ensemble brings to life dragons, Frankenstein and a wild and funky saxophone quartet in an imaginative and whimsical program titled Magic and Mystery. The performance will feature works by Richard Saucedo, Percy Grainger, Erica Svanoe, Thomas Doss, John Powell and Michael Markowski.
December 7th, 2024
Join the Manhattan Wind Ensemble in its first concert of the season, Voices from Past to Present! This performance is a thematic journey in three parts: reflections of history, transition and change, and contemporary creativity.
May 18th, 2024
The Manhattan Wind Ensemble presents Year of the Dragon, a celebration of the Chinese zodiac. Set against the backdrop of New York’s vibrant cultural tapestry, this concert promises to take you on an enchanting journey through the stars, with each note embodying the spirit and characteristics of the zodiac’s astrological signs. From the powerful roar of the dragon to the graceful gallop of the horse, experience an unforgettable musical odyssey featuring pieces by Chen Yi, John Mackey, Eric Whitacre, Chen Qian, and more.
March 16th, 2024
“Sin Límites” is not just a concert; it’s a journey through the evolving landscape of music. Sergio de Lope’s vision of blending traditional flamenco with the rich textures of a wind ensemble comes to life in a performance that promises to be both innovative and mesmerizing. This concert is a testament to the power of music to cross boundaries and unite diverse audiences.
December 2nd, 2023
June 3rd, 2023
March 11th, 2023
December 10th, 2022
June 4, 2022
Music Director – Sarah Fernandez
Guest Conductor – Davide Sgobbi
Program features exclusively Italian composers. Joining us will be our guest Conductor Davide Sgobbi who is coming all the way from Italy! Davide is Maestro at Corpo Bandistico Legnanese APS (Legnano MI, Italy), and Maestro at Orchestra Accademica (Legnano MI, Italy)
Sarah Quiroz, Music Director
Jennifer Theilacker, Associate Conductor
Saturday, March 7, 8 PM
The Dimenna Center for Classical Music, Cary Hall
Audio
Abrams Pursuit – David R. Holsinger
Sheltering Sky – John Mackey
Angels in the Architecture – Frank Ticheli.
The Ash Grove (Traditional, MWE vocal quartet)
The Ash Grove – Julie Giroux
Variations on ‘America’ – Charles Ives
Pineapple Poll (Finale) – Sullivan arr. Mackerras