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Wind orchestra tribute to William

Thursday, 5 October 2006

The fourth concert in the , "Tribute", at 6.30pm on Saturday 14 October in Elder Hall, features the highly acclaimed conducted by Robert Hower.

The works in this programme are all ÐÓ°ÉÖ±²¥n premières and were commissioned by the world's leading conductor of wind orchestras, , whose son, William, died in a mountaineering accident in 2001.

Following his death, many composers around the world offered to write pieces in his memory. Some of those are featured in this concert and include: Dances from Crete by Adam Gorb; Symphony for William by Derek Bourgeois; Bright Spirit by Judith Bingham and Song of Lir by Fergal Carroll.

This concert is a celebration of William Reynish's short life and it's hoped the audience will be uplifted and moved by the music being presented by the Elder Conservatorium Wind Orchestra.

Tickets are $22 adult/$17 conc/$12 student, available from or dial'n'charge 131 246. Tickets will also be available at the door.

The Evening Concert Series is generously supported by: ETSA Utilities, Helpmann Academy, Peter Lehmann Wines, Wirra Wirra Vineyards, Cooper's Brewery, Adelaide Symphony Orchestra and Radio Adelaide.

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