The Stellenbosch University Symphonic Wind Ensemble (SUSWE) is once again presenting a Band Extravaganza as part of the Endler Concert Series on Friday 4 May, 20h00. The Extravaganza, presented on an annual basis, sees the University band, in collaboration with its community partners, presenting an evening of diverse music by ‘bands’ of differing instrumentation.

The marching and community band idiom, so prevalent in the Western Cape, and the South African legacy of field bands has created, perhaps more than any other musical medium, the opportunity to involve a diverse spectrum of amateur and professional musicians in an all-inclusive musical experience.

Participating bands from Cape Town are the Wynberg Boys’ and Wynberg Girls’ High School Combined Concert Band and SACS High School Concert Bands, conducted by ex-matie, Peter Catzavelos, and Levi Alexander, who is currently enrolled for an MMus at the University. Bands from the Northern Suburbs are Durbanville High School Senior Band and Bellville High School Symphonic Wind Band under the baton of ex-maties Suretha Theron and Riaan van Wyk respectively. Music Perpetua, the combined bands of Paul Roos and Bloemhof, from Stellenbosch, conducted by ex-matie, Renaldo Wales, will also be participating in this exciting evening. A diverse programme of works will be presented by the school bands, including, Appollo: Myth and Legend, The Magnificent Seven, La La Land, The Best of James Bond, El Camino Real and The Great Steamboat Race to name but a few. Stellenbosch University Symphonic Wind Ensemble’s performance will include works such as The Force Awakens (from Star Wars) and Selections from Grease, conducted by Pamela Kierman, and Variations on an African Hymn Song, conducted by student conductor, Kim Heynes.

Tickets for R60 (regular) and R40 (students and pensioners) are available now through Computicket and at the door. For more information contact Fiona Grayer at concerts@sun.ac.za or 021 808 2358.