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Saturday, June 26, 2021

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Outdoor Concerts in July



The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will present two free, outdoor concerts this July! These concerts are the first public performances that the band has given since December 2019, just before the onset of the Coronavirus pandemic. (ABOVE: The Whitehouse Wind Symphony performs under the pavilion at White Oak Park in Branchburg, NJ. CREDIT: Lynn Scolarice)


The first concert will take place on Tuesday, July 6, 2021, at 7pm at White Oak Park (235 Baird Street, Branchburg, NJ). This concert is being presented in collaboration with the Branchburg Department of Recreation. The return of this annual event will surely be considered a symbol of a return to normalcy by many local residents!


The second concert will take place on Saturday, July 10, 2021, at 12pm on the north field at the Jacobus Vanderveer House (3055 River Road, Bedminster, NJ 07921). This concert is just one of many events taking place that day to commemorate the reopening of the Jacobus Vanderveer House and Museum. A fitting backdrop to the concert, over 200 American flags will be on display as part of the sixth annual Field of HonorⓇ.


The program for both concerts will feature patriotic selections to commemorate Independence Day, such as “America the Beautiful” and marches by John Philip Sousa. Also on the program will be medleys of rock songs from the 1980s and big band jazz hits by Frank Sinatra, and selections from Broadway musicals such as The Music Man.


The concerts are free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians.


Audience members of all ages are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and chairs. In the event of inclement weather or public health emergency, the announcement to postpone or cancel either of these concerts will be made on the band’s website (whitehousewindsymphony.org), Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind), and Instagram feed (instagram.com/whitehousewind). Attendees must adhere to all safety guidelines as recommended by the Center for Disease Control and mandated by the local and state government. Attendance is at one’s own risk; discretion is advised, especially for those at high-risk for infection for COVID-19.


The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996. It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. The band was recently named the winner of the 2021 Hunterdon Happening List in the category of favorite band/musician!


The Whitehouse Wind Symphony is committed to making music accessible to all. For information about venue accessibility, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com, or call the band’s ADA coordinator, Margaret Smith, at 908-534-6662.

 

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.





Sunday, November 17, 2019

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Holiday Concerts Throughout Central Jersey

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will present four separate holiday concerts this December at various locations throughout central New Jersey. This concert series is one of the band’s most highly anticipated annual events.

Concertgoers will enjoy the band’s arrangements of classic Christmas carols such as “Good King Wenceslas,” “Hark The Herald Angels Sing,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Good Christian Men, Rejoice,” “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful,” and “Here We Come A’Caroling.” The band will also play some favorite holiday songs such as “Jingle Bells,” “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” and “Frosty the Snowman.” Children will be invited to ring sleigh bells as the band plays “Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson. Audience members will also have the opportunity to sing along with the band!

The first concert of the series will take place on Friday, December 6th, at 7:30pm at Whitehouse United Methodist Church (the band’s namesake venue), located 73 Old Highway 28 in Whitehouse Station. Parking is located behind the church and on the street. The church is accessible via the elevator at the west entrance of the building.

The second concert of the series will take place on Sunday, December 8th, at 3:00pm at the historic courthouse, located at 75 Main Street in Flemington. The band first gave a holiday performance at the historic courthouse in 2011, and remains the first and only ensemble to do so in the courthouse’s 190 year history. This particular concert is made possible through the support of the Flemington Community Partnership and Mediatech Foundation. The concert is intentionally scheduled so that audience members can exit the courthouse after the concert and immediately enjoy the annual holiday parade in Flemington presented by the Hunterdon Chamber of Commerce. Parking is located behind the courthouse and in several other nearby lots. The courthouse is fully accessible from the rear entrance.

The third concert of the series will take place on Thursday, December 12th, at 7:30pm at Flemington United Methodist Church, located at 116 Main Street in Flemington. This concert coincides with the Thursday Night Holiday Lights event being presented by the Flemington Community Partnership. Parking is available in several nearby lots. The church is accessible via a ramp at the entrance from Main Street.

The fourth and final concert of the series will take place on Saturday, December 14th, at 3:00pm at St. John’s Episcopal Church (the band’s rehearsal venue), located at 158 West High Street in Somerville. This church is accessible from the rear parking lot.

All of these concerts are free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians, as well as the presenting churches and foundations. 

In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to cancel any of these concerts will be made on the band’s website (whitehousewindsymphony.org) and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind).

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996. It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. It was recently voted a finalist in the "Hunterdon Happening" list in the category of favorite musician/band. 

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony is committed to making its music accessible to all. For more information about the Symphony, including information and inquiries about venue accessibility, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

Thursday, September 26, 2019

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Outdoor Concert in Clinton!

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident, James P. Sheeley, Jr., will present

FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019 at 1:00pm. In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to cancel will be made on the band’s website  and Facebook page. Audience members are encouraged to bring chairs.
WHERE:
the terrace of the Hunterdon Art Museum (7 Lower Center Street, Clinton, NJ).
ADMISSION: free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians.
This concert is presented in partnership with the Town of Clinton Recreation Commission and the Hunterdon Art Museum.

Says Mayor Janice Kovach, “It is always a highlight for me when the Whitehouse Wind Symphony Symphony plays in Clinton. It is a pleasure to be able to host them; Clinton is happy to welcome them back for the fourth year!”

The program for this family-friendly concert will feature classical selections such as Johann Strauss's "Thunder and Lightning Polka," classic marches such as “Redetzky,” and selections from Broadway and film such as “Hello Dolly.” 

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996.  It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. It was recently voted a finalist in the Hunterdon Happening List in the category of favorite musician/band. For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

Saturday, June 22, 2019

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Outdoor Concert in Branchburg

FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT

WHEN: Tuesday, June 25th, at 7:00pm
WHERE:
White Oak Park, 235 Baird Street, Branchburg, NJ 
ADMISSION:  free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians.

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will give a free concert. The concert is presented by the Branchburg Department of Recreation. The program will feature classical selections such as the “Radetsky March,” a melody of rock songs from the 1980s, and selections from Broadway musicals such as Jesus Christ Superstar.

Audience members of all ages are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and chairs. In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to postpone or cancel this concert will be made on the band’s website (whitehousewindsymphony.org) and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind).

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996.  It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey.  For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

Wednesday, May 1, 2019

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Concert in Somerville

Celebrating Concert Band Classics

WHEN: Saturday, Mary 11th, at 3:00pm
WHERE:
St. John’s Episcopal Church, 158 West High Street, Somerville
TICKETS: free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians.
For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.  You can also visit the band’s WEBSITE and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind).

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will present a free concert that will include selections such as: “First Suite in E♭” by Gustav Holst, “The Trombone King” by Karl King, “S’Wonderful” by George Gershwin, an arrangement of selections from “Carmina Burana” by Carl Orff, and an arrangement of “El Camino Real” by Alfred Reed.

The band will also perform the “Greater Clarksburg March” by Virgil Bork.  This march was written by the grandfather of the band’s founder and conductor emeritus, Casey Bork.  In 2018, composer-in-residence Chris W. Johnson published a special engraving of this march, and in 2018 it was named the official march of the Whitehouse Wind Symphony.

Large print programs are available upon request, and the church is handicapped accessible.

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded in 1996.  It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature.  Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. It was recently named a finalist in the 2019 Hunterdon Happening List in the category of favorite musician/band.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

Monday, December 3, 2018

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Holiday Concerts Throughout Central Jersey

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A Holiday Celebration!

WHEN: December 7, 9, 15, 20
WHERE:
various venues (see below)
ADMISSION: free; donations accepted

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will present four separate holiday concerts this December at various locations throughout central New Jersey. This annual concert series is one of the band’s most highly anticipated annual events.

Concertgoers will enjoy the band’s arrangements of classic Christmas carols such as “Good King Wenceslas,” “Il est Ne, le Divin Enfant,” “Hark The Herald Angels Sing,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Good Christian Men, Rejoice,” “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful,” and “Here We Come A’Caroling.” The band will also play some favorite holiday songs like “Over the River and Through the Woods,” “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” and “Frosty the Snowman.”

Also planned is a medley from the animated TV special “How the Grinch Stole Christmas.” Audience members will be invited to sing along for “A Christmas Festival,” and as is tradition with the band, children will be invited to ring sleigh bells as the band plays “Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson.

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The first concert of the series will take place on Friday, December 7th at 7:30pm at Whitehouse United Methodist Church (the band’s namesake venue), located 73 Old Highway 28 in Whitehouse Station. Parking is located behind the church, with a handicapped-accessible entrance with elevator at the side the church.[1]

The second concert of the series will take place on Sunday, December 9th at 3:00pm at the historic courthouse at 75 Main Street in Flemington. The band first gave a holiday performance at the historic courthouse in 2011, and remains the first and only ensemble to do so in the courthouse’s 190 year history. This particular concert is made possible through the support of the Flemington Community Partnership and Mediatech Foundation. The concert is intentionally scheduled so that audience members can exit the courthouse after the concert and immediately enjoy the annual holiday parade in Flemington presented by the Hunterdon Chamber of Commerce. Parking is located behind the courthouse. The courthouse is fully accessible from the rear entrance.[2]

The third concert of the series will take place on Saturday, December 15th at 3:00pm at St. John’s Episcopal Church (the band’s rehearsal venue), located at 158 West High Street in Somerville. The church is handicapped-accessible from the rear parking lot..[3]

The fourth and final concert of the series will take place on Thursday, December 20th at 7:30pm at Flemington United Methodist Church, located at 116 Main Street in Flemington. This concert coincides with Flemington Community Partnership’s Thursday Night Holiday Lights event. Parking is available in several nearby lots. Several steps are necessary to access the church - patrons needing accommodation are asked to please reach out to the Symphony via email..[4]

All of these concerts are free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians, as well as the presenting churches and foundations.

In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to cancel any of these concert will be made on the band’s website (whitehousewindsymphony.org) and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind). Large print programs are available upon request.

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996. It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. It was recently voted a finalist of the "Hunterdon Happening" list in the category of favorite musician/band. For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

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Tuesday, September 4, 2018

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Outdoor Concert in Clinton!

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OUTDOOR CONCERT

WHEN: Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018 at 3:00pm
WHERE
: on the terrace of the Hunterdon Art Museum, 7 Lower Center Street, Clinton
ADMISSION: FREE

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident, James. P. Sheeley, Jr., will present a free outdoor concert in partnership with the Town of Clinton Recreation Commission. It is the first concert of the band’s 2018-2019 season. (Above: The Whitehouse Wind Symphony performs on the terrace of the Hunterdon Art Museum. Photo: Lynn Scolarice)

Edna_Clinton_2017The program for this family-friendly concert will feature patriotic tunes such as “America the Beautiful,” classic marches such as “Redetzky” and “National Emblem,” and selections from Broadway and film such as “The Sound of Music” and “The Greatest Showman.” Audience members are encouraged to bring chairs.

The concert is free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians. (Left: Members of the clarinet section play to an enthusiastic audience in Clinton at last year’s concert. Photo by Rashan Goodall)

In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to cancel will be made on the band’s website and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind).

Edna_Clinton_2017bThe Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996. It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. It was recently voted a finalist in the Hunterdon Happening List in the category of favorite musician/band. For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission. (Above, right: The Whitehouse Wind Symphony acknowledges the applause of the audience during last year’s concert at the Hunterdon Art Museum in Clinton. Photo: Rashan Goodall)

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Friday, June 22, 2018

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Outdoor Concert in Branchburg

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WHEN: Tuesday, June 26th, at 7:00pm
WHERE
: White Oak Park on Baird Street in Branchburg
ADMISSION: free; donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will give a free concert. The concert is presented by the Branchburg Department of Recreation. The program will feature patriotic selections and marches, music from Disney films and other films such as “Star Wars,” and from Broadway musicals such as “Fiddler on the Roof” and “The Sound of Music.”

Audience members of all ages are encouraged to bring picnic blankets and chairs. In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to postpone or cancel this concert will be made on the band’s website (whitehousewindsymphony.org) and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind).

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996.  It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey.  For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

Thursday, March 15, 2018

FREE COLLABORATIVE CONCERT IN FLEMINGTON TO CELEBRATE MUSIC IN OUR SCHOOLS MONTH RESCHEDULED DUE TO WEATHER: NOW APRIL 10

Music in Our Schools Month Concert

WHEN: Tuesday, April 10, 2018 at 7:00pm (originally scheduled for March 20th, but postponed due to weather). Doors will open 6:00pm  Before the concert, student and adult small groups will perform in the lobby of the gymnasium.  At 7:00pm, the concert will commence with an official welcome by the school principal. The performance is anticipated to be no more than one hour in length
WHERE:
RFIS gymnasium located at 50 Court Street in Flemington
ADMISSION: free with open seating, and all members of the community are welcome!

The Reading-Fleming Intermediate School (RFIS) PTO, in coordination with the RFIS Music Department, will host a free concert featuring the Hunterdon Harmonizers, Whitehouse Wind Symphony and Flemington-Raritan School District K-8 Student Choir. The month of March is recognized nationally as Music in Our Schools Month. This will mark the fifth time that the PTO has presented this concert.

“We are excited to host a very special night of music performed by a variety of talented local musicians in Hunterdon County including our very own Flemington-Raritan School District K-8 Student Choir” said Mr. Anthony DeMarco, Principal at RFIS. “Flemington-Raritan students and families, as well as members of the entire community, are invited to join us for this special free concert filled with music and song.  The event is sure to be exciting as students from across the school district join together with the Harmonizers and Wind Symphony for this special concert!”

After performance by the Hunterdon Harmonizers, the Flemington-Raritan K-8 District Chorus and the Whitehouse Wind Symphony, young concertgoers will have the opportunity to meet with singers and band members, and learn more about how music is made!

The RFIS PTO, RFIS Administrators and RFIS Music teachers look forward to welcoming the community at the Intermediate School!  RFIS is a Title 1 School within the Flemington-Raritan School District and the PTO is a fully recognized non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization.  Donations to the RFIS PTO are tax deductible.

For more information on the PTO, please CLICK HERE

The Harmonizers are an all-male a cappella singing group, located in Flemington. Performing together since 1984, they are a favorite among locals. The Harmonizers are dedicated to promoting and preserving this truly American art form known as barbershop harmony. For more information, please visit njharmonizers.org or facebook.com/HarmonizersNJ.

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork in 1996.  Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania; it is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey.   For more information, please visit whitehousewindsymphony.org or facebook.com/WhitehouseWind.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.

Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Whitehouse Wind Symphony Presents Free Holiday Concerts Throughout Central Jersey

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The Gift of Music

ADMISSION: All of these concerts are free and open to the general public, although donations will be accepted to benefit the band, a non-profit group comprised entirely of volunteer musicians, as well as the presenting churches and foundations. (Above: Percussionist Vince Anderson of Bridgewater stays focused on his music during a previous holiday performance by the Whitehouse Wind Symphony.CREDIT: Gene Hirschel)

WHEN: Friday, December 1st, at 7:30pm
WHERE:
Whitehouse United Methodist Church, located 73 Old Highway 28 in Whitehouse Station

WHEN: Sunday, December 3rd, at 3:00pm
WHERE:
historic courthouse at 75 Main Street in Flemington

WHEN: Saturday, December 9th, at 3pm
WHERE:
Liberty Church, located at 953 West Chestnut Street in Union.

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Whitehouse Wind Symphony, a community band under the direction of Branchburg resident James P. Sheeley, Jr., will present three separate holiday concerts this December at various locations throughout central New Jersey. This annual concert series is one of the band’s most highly anticipated annual events.

Concertgoers will enjoy the band’s arrangements of classic Christmas carols such as “Good King Wenceslas,” “Il est Ne, le Divin Enfant,” “Pat-a-Pan,” “Fum, Fum, Fum,” “Hark The Herald Angels Sing,” “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen,” “Good Christian Men, Rejoice,” “Oh Come, All Ye Faithful,” and “Here We Come A’Caroling.” The band will also play some favorite holiday songs like “Over the River and Through the Woods,” “The Most Wonderful Time of the Year,” and “Feliz Navidad.”

Also planned is a medley from the animated TV special How the Grinch Stole Christmas. In a special piece entitled “For Unto You is Born This Day!,” Gary A. Myer of Bridgewater, NJ will narrate the story of the first Christmas as the band accompanies him. Audience members will be invited to sing along for “A Christmas Festival,” and as is tradition with the band, children will be invited to ring sleigh bells as the band plays “Sleigh Ride” by Leroy Anderson.

The band first gave a holiday performance at the historic courthouse in 2011, and remains the first and only ensemble to do so in the courthouse’s 189-year history. This particular concert is made possible through the support of the Flemington Community Partnership and Mediatech Foundation. The concert is intentionally scheduled so that audience members can exit the courthouse after the concert and immediately enjoy the annual holiday parade in Flemington presented by the Hunterdon Chamber of Commerce.

In the event of inclement weather, the announcement to cancel any of these concert will be made on the band’s website (whitehousewindsymphony.org) and Facebook page (facebook.com/whitehousewind). Large print programs are available upon request, and all venues are handicapped accessible.

The Whitehouse Wind Symphony was founded by conductor emeritus Casey Bork on April 15, 1996. It is dedicated to presenting the best in all varieties of wind band literature. Since its founding, the band has grown rapidly, attracting experienced musicians as regular members from all over New Jersey, as well as New York City and eastern Pennsylvania. It is now comprised of approximately 50 amateur and professional musicians who perform together regularly to enthusiastic audiences throughout central and northern New Jersey. It was recently voted the winner of the "Hunterdon Happening" list in the category of favorite musician/band for the third consecutive year. For more information, including information about future performances, please send an email to whitehousewindsymphony@gmail.com.

Funding has been made possible in part by the New Jersey State Council on the Arts/Department of State, a Partner Agency of the National Endowment for the Arts, through funds administered by the Hunterdon County Cultural & Heritage Commission.