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University of California at Santa Cruz Wind Ensemble
Established as a course for credit in
1998 at the University of California, Santa Cruz, the mission of the UCSC Wind
Ensemble is the study and performance of a wide range of advanced level
literature written or arranged specifically for wind band. Since its inception,
the UCSC Wind Ensemble has performed in public numerous times including a
Carnegie Hall debut in May, 2001.
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North Brunswick Township High School Orchestra
The North Brunswick Township High School Orchestra is one of the strongest and most
successful string programs in Central New Jersey. Over the years the program has grown from avery small orchestra to the current enrollment of 70 students. The orchestra is under the leadership of Mr. Jeffrey Bradbury. Support from Principal Brian Brotschul, and Superintendent Dr. Brian Zychowski, in addition to the Fine Arts Supervisor, Peggy Sica, has enabled this marvelous performance opportunity of a lifetime.
Past appearances have included Lincoln Center, as well as annual participation in Glen Burtnick’s Xmas Xtravaganza, the Adult Drama Group’s pit orchestra, the Alchemist Theater Company’s pit orchestra, community events, as well as two concerts held in the new, state-ofthe-art auditorium.
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The Big Apple Corps
The tagline "Many Arts, One Heart" tells the story of the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps. Since its formation in 1979, this band of brothers and sisters has been making music and art for audiences across the United States and Canada. The recipient of dozens of awards, the Big Apple Corps Marching Band has been seen by millions in such diverse appearances as a parade to commemorate the bicentennial of George Washington's Inauguration, a performance in a church basement in Brooklyn, a concert at Lincoln Center's Alice Tully Hall, and the New York City Veteran's Day Parade.
A proud founding member of the Lesbian and Gay Band Association (LGBA), the Big Apple Corps has performed from coast-to-coast with the LGBA massed band, featuring the combined membership of 24 bands from the United States, Canada, and Australia. With a membership of 100 musicians, dancers, color guard members, and Band-Aides, the Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps will enter its 30th season next year.
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