February 21, 2026
- 53rd Annual Showcase of Bands Honor Band and Concert Band Concert
- Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
- Location:
COFAC Recital Hall
- Description:
This performance is free and open to the public and will be live-streamed on the School of Music's YouTube channel.
PROGRAM
WESTERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY
CONCERT BAND
Matt Thomas, conductor
A Festival Prelude (1956/1962) - Alfred Reed (1921-2005)
Valiant Skies (2019) - Chris Pilsner (b. 1986)
Erik W. Richards, guest conductor
Incidental Suite (1966) - Claude T. Smith (1932-1987)
Tarantella
Nocturne
Rondo
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SHOWCASE OF BANDS 2026
HONOR BAND
Erik W. Richards, conductor
Program to be selected from the following:
Halcyon Hearts (2021) - Katahj Copley (b. 1998)
Liadov Fanfare (2009) - Brian Beck (b. 1976)
Songs of Old Kentucky (2007) - Brant Karrick (b. 1960)
Temple of the Murals (2011) - Brian Balmages (b. 1975)
- Related Web Site: SHOWCASE OF BANDS 2026
- Contact Information:
Joanie Herbert
Phone: 309-298-1843
Email: JE-Herbert@wiu.edu - Source: School of Music
