Visual & Performing Arts: ASU String Orchestra presents, “A Tribute to America”
Wednesday, November 20, 2013
7:30 p.m.
The orchestra will perform musical selections by Aaron Copland, Jay Ungar and David Holsinger, and other activities will include recognition of the 150th anniversary of the Gettysburg Address and a special tribute to past and present members of the U.S. military.
Special guests will include violin soloist Dorothy Douthit and narrator Dr. Paul Swets, dean of the ASU College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Constance Kelley of ASU’s music faculty will be master of ceremonies.
The ASU String Orchestra is an ensemble for musicians who play the violin, viola, cello and bass and is open to all members of the ASU community and the public. It is directed by Dr. Maurice Kelley, head of the ASU orchestra program.