Zephyr Woodwind Quintet Presents: Echoes of the American West
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Set in the evocative surroundings of the Women of the Southwest: A Legacy of Painting exhibit, this concert brings to life iconic western landscapes, legendary tales, and cinematic adventures through the vibrant colors of woodwind music.
The program features beloved film themes such as Elmer Bernstein’s The Magnificent Seven and the playful nostalgia of Blazing Saddles, alongside evocative original works like Tales of the Sierra Madre and William Grant Still’s Miniatures for Woodwind Quintet. From the sweeping Grand Canyon vistas of On the Trail to the frontier charm of The Streets of Laredo and Way Out West, each piece pays tribute to the enduring myths and melodies of the West.
Whether you’re a classical music enthusiast, a fan of western film scores, or a curious museum-goer, this performance offers a lively and accessible musical journey. The concert will be followed by a docent-led tour of selected galleries.
Seating is limited—reserve your place today and experience the West as you’ve never heard it before!
Program Info:
Sunday, July 13
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Concert performance
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Museum docent-led tour
FREE for Museum Members (Members, log-in first to reserve tickets)
FREE with Museum Admission
$10 for just the program
Get Tickets
The program features beloved film themes such as Elmer Bernstein’s The Magnificent Seven and the playful nostalgia of Blazing Saddles, alongside evocative original works like Tales of the Sierra Madre and William Grant Still’s Miniatures for Woodwind Quintet. From the sweeping Grand Canyon vistas of On the Trail to the frontier charm of The Streets of Laredo and Way Out West, each piece pays tribute to the enduring myths and melodies of the West.
Whether you’re a classical music enthusiast, a fan of western film scores, or a curious museum-goer, this performance offers a lively and accessible musical journey. The concert will be followed by a docent-led tour of selected galleries.
Seating is limited—reserve your place today and experience the West as you’ve never heard it before!
Program Info:
Sunday, July 13
3:00 – 4:00 p.m. Concert performance
4:00 – 5:00 p.m. Museum docent-led tour
FREE for Museum Members (Members, log-in first to reserve tickets)
FREE with Museum Admission
$10 for just the program
Get Tickets
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