The Marion Concert Band will present a Latin-American “Festival” of music on Friday, August 9. The diverse program includes music from Mexico, Spain, Brazil and the Caribbean, as well as familiar music that demonstrates the influence that Latin-American musical styles have had on American popular music. To add to the festive atmosphere of the evening, the audience is encouraged to wear tropical or Latin-American attire. The program is as follows:
España Cañi (Paso Doble) – P. Marquina
Iberian Escapades – R. Sheldon
Brazilian Festival – A. C. Jobim
Danzon No. 2 – A. Marquez
Tijuana Brass in Concert – arr. T. Ricketts
Mas Que Nada – J. Ben
Granada – A. Lara
Montego Bay (samba) – S. Nestico
Mambo Greats – S. Bulla
Blue Mambo – M. Sweeney
Malagueña – E. Lecuona
The concert, under the direction of Tobias Monte, will begin at 7:00 at the Robert Broomhead Bandstand, Island Wharf off Front Street in Marion. All concerts are free and open to the public. “Like” us on Facebook at “Marion Town Band” for up-to-date announcements and rain cancellation notices.