Sherman, Texas — The Austin College Wind Symphony will perform selections for A Night at the Movies!, to be held in Sid Richardson Center on Wednesday, November 20, 2024, at 7:30 p.m. The event is free and open to the public, with free popcorn and drinks!
The Austin College Wind Symphony, led by Director of Bands Dr. Ash Glenn, brings together students across departments, community members, and alumni to perform high-caliber wind and percussion music. The ensemble maintains a diverse repertoire of both classical and contemporary works, frequently collaborating with other campus programs to create dynamic mixed-media performances.
Musical selections, with accompanying video clips from their respective movies, will include:
- Main Title to The Incredibles
- Music from Indiana Jones and the Raiders of the Lost Ark
- Mambo from West Side Story
- Godzilla Eats Las Vegas
- … and a surprise interactive encore!
Austin College, a private national liberal arts college located north of Dallas in Sherman, Texas, has earned a reputation for excellence in academic preparation, pre-professional foundations, committed faculty, and hands-on, adventurous learning opportunities. One of 44 schools profiled in Loren Pope’s influential book Colleges That Change Lives, Austin College boasts a welcoming community that embraces diversity and individuality, with more than 50 percent of students identifying as persons of color. The residential student body of approximately 1,300 students and an expert faculty of more than 100 educators allow a 13:1 student-faculty ratio and personalized attention. Related by covenant to the Presbyterian Church (USA), Austin College cultivates an inclusive atmosphere that supports students’ faith journeys regardless of religious tradition. The College, founded in 1849, is the oldest institution of higher education in Texas operating under original name and charter.
