Fairmont State Wind Ensemble to host virtual concert

The Fairmont State University Wind Ensemble will host a special online live streaming event on October 15 at 7:30 p.m. The Wind Ensemble will perform a diverse collection of composers, under the direction of Greg Mulzet. 

The concert will feature works and arrangements by Philip Sparke, J.S. Bach, Bela Bartok and Tielman Susato. Additionally, Fairmont State Director of Choral and Vocal Activities Dr. Samuel Spears, will perform a piece named, “Armed Forces - The Pride of America,” arranged by Larry Clark and Greg Gilpin. 

“In these uncertain times, we in the Falcon Band believe that our ability to play and perform music has never been more important,” said Greg Mulzet, Director of Fairmont State University Bands. 

Cameras will be streaming to a wide remote audience throughout the event, although there will not be an audience physically present. The concert will be held in Colebank Hall, where proper social distancing and safety will be maintained. The concert will be recorded and available for later view in the event an unforeseen disruption in service takes place. 

“Even though our performance will be virtual, masked and distanced, you will be sure to feel our enthusiasm, musicianship and spirit,” Mulzet concluded. 

The concert is free and will be streamed on the Falcon Marching Band Facebook page at facebook.com/FairmontStateBands.

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