AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMemorial Day Music & 250th Moments: In St. Louis, the Soldiers Memorial Military Museum is hosting a free Memorial Day observance Monday, May 25 at 10 a.m., with a wreath-laying ceremony and musical tributes including the National Anthem and “God Bless America,” plus a banner show tied to the nation’s 250th anniversary. Philadelphia Orchestra Update: Wynton Marsalis’s new symphony premiere in Philly has been postponed, with the orchestra and Marsalis saying more time is needed for the long-term life of the work. Local Scene Buzz: Philly’s week is packed with music events—Bob Dylan birthday celebrations, Kurt Vile listening parties, and more—while Denver gets a post-punk nostalgia hit with Echo & the Bunnymen on May 22. Arts in Motion: Yale Rep’s student-invited production of a.k. payne’s “Furlough’s Paradise” continues to draw attention for its physical, musical storytelling. Community Spotlight: McNary High School wins the 6A state band championship, capping months of work for its wind ensemble.
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