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06-Nov-2006
FREE AIR FORCE BAND PERFORMANCE IN HAGERSTOWN
HAGERSTOWN, MARYLAND; NOVEMBER 6, 2006 -- The United States Air Force Heritage Aire Celtic Ensemble will perform at Hagerstown?s Maryland Theatre on Saturday, November 18th at 7pm. The concert is free and open to the public, and is cosponsored by the Maryland Theatre and the Washington County Arts Council.
Heritage Aire is the newest component ensemble of the USAF Heritage of America Band at Langley Air Force Base, Virginia. The group made their debut performance with the Heritage of America Concert Band during the ?Holidays, Past and Present? concert series in December, 2004.
Under the direction of MSgt David Boone, Heritage Aire blends a contemporary musical approach with traditional Celtic music style to create a stunning musical tapestry. The members of Heritage Aire perform on traditional instruments such as the Irish flute, tin whistles, Scottish small pipes, and bodhran. They also employ modern instruments like the acoustic guitar and oboe to achieve their unique sound.
Heritage Aire celebrates America?s great cultural diversity by performing concerts in communities and schools throughout a six-state region. The ensemble also provides entertainment and musical support for military protocol events.
Tickets are required for admission. They are free of charge, and can be requested by emailing info@washingtoncountyarts.com, or by calling the Maryland Theatre at 301-790-3500.
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