Saint Martin’s University Music Department: Groove, A Concert

Field Hall Presents: Saint Martin’s University Music Department: Groove, A Concert
Sunday, April 26th @ 3PM | Donna M. Morris Theater
General Admission is FREE | RSVP Here

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Groove is a wind ensemble concert highlighting American music and history though jazz, Latin, and dance inspired works. The program aims to underline both the beautiful diversity and the commonalities we all share in the American experience. Through works inspired by jazz greats Thelonious Monk and Sonny Rollins, American classic composers and early 20th century dances, the nearly lost history and culture at Wounded Knee, all the way to the sounds of the San Antonio boardwalk, audiences will be taken on a journey through time and genre. Follow the throughline of Groove and experience how a steady groove can bring us closer together.

SEE THE PROGRAM:

Melodious Thunk, David Biedenbender (2012)

Lichtweg/Lightway, Jennifer Jolley (2017)

The National Game, John Philip Sousa (1925)

Suite of Old American Dances, Robert Russell Bennett (1949/1952)

Intermission (15-20m)

Counterbalance, Todd Stalter (2013)

Ghost Dances, Roland Barrett (2010)

Shenandoah, Frank Ticheli (1999)

Recognition of graduating students and presentation of the 2025-2026 Director’s Award

Symphonic Dance No. 3 “Fiesta”, Clifton Williams (1964/1967)