Williamsport, Pa. — The Great Lakes Wind Symphony will debut its new “Meet the Performer Series” with an afternoon of jazz standards by the Erie Jazz Quintet at 2:30 p.m. Oct. 11 in the Howard Theatre of the Williamsport Scottish Rite, 348 Market St.
The series lets audience members interact with the musicians, ask questions about the repertoire and learn about the performers’ professional backgrounds, according to the symphony. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and beverages by local caterer The Food Guy are included, the symphony said.
The quintet is made up of musicians from the wind symphony’s roster, which names its specialized subgroups after the Great Lakes. The lineup features Eric Griffin on saxophones, Conrad Mailleue on upright bass, Wendy Griffin on vocals and piano, Abigail Rice on piano, and GLWS CEO and artistic director Adam F. Brennan on drums and vocals.
The Great Lakes Wind Symphony, a professional-level concert band, is newly based at the Williamsport Scottish Rite, according to the release.
Seating is limited to 75. Advance tickets are $30 for adults, $20 for seniors and $15 for students; prices increase by $5 at the door on the day of the event. Children under 11 and individuals with special needs are admitted free. Food and beverages are included with admission.
Tickets and more information are on the Great Lakes Wind Symphony website.
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