Campus Connection

The UW-La Crosse Symphonic Band will perform classics and contemporary works at an upcoming concert. The performance is set for 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14, in Annett Recital Hall, Center for the Arts. The musical selections in the concert represent some classics of the band literature, as well as contemporary works from present-day composers. The program includes: “Cloudsplitter” by Carl Strommen, “Satiric Dances” by Norman Dello Joio, “The Seal Lullaby” by Eric Whitacre and “Undertow” by John Mackey. The concert concludes with “Circus Day,” a spirited march by Karl L. King who was famous for composing marches for circus bands, most notably “Barnum and Bailey’s Favorite.” The Symphonic Band, under the direction of Tammy Fisher, includes students from across campus wishing to continue playing in a concert band setting. Admission is free. If you go— Who:   UW-La Crosse Symphonic Band What: Concert When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 14 Where: Annett Recital Hall, Center for the Arts Admission: Free