Temple College Symphonic Band to Present 'Autumn Spirits' Concert Nov. 20

The Temple College Symphonic Band will present its "Autumn Spirits" fall concert at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 20, featuring music for concert band inspired by the autumn season, offering a rich lineup of mysterious and inspirational works by composers Hector Berlioz, John Barnes Chance, Rossano Galante, Julie Giroux, John Philip Sousa, John Williams and Temple High School graduate Jack Wilds.

The program includes selections from Berlioz’s Symphonie Fantastique as well as highlights from the beloved film E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial. Designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, the concert showcases a diverse mix of classical and contemporary repertoire.

The ensemble is conducted by Dr. Glen Alan Brumbach, Associate Professor of Music at Texas A&M University–Central Texas. Brumbach teaches conducting, music education courses, brass methods and oversees senior recital requirements at A&M–Central Texas.

Before joining the university, Brumbach served as a band director for 34 years in the Boyertown, Reading, Muhlenberg and Muncy school districts in Pennsylvania. He also spent a year as assistant conductor of the Mansfield University Wind Ensemble. He holds bachelor’s and master’s degrees in music and music education from Mansfield University of Pennsylvania and a Ph.D. in music education from the University of Maryland. His performance experience includes work with the historic Ringgold Band of Reading, Pa., and the Dave Stahl Big Band.

The 60-member Temple College Symphonic Band is composed of students from Texas A&M University–Central Texas and Temple College, along with select high school musicians, professional performers and community members who share a passion for concert band music. Members represent communities across Central Texas, including Temple, Belton, Houston, Harker Heights, Killeen, Copperas Cove, Rogers, Holland, Thorndale, Hewitt, Waco, Salado, Georgetown and Austin.

Tickets may be purchased at the door, through the Temple College Division of Fine Arts office or at centraltexastickets.com. All proceeds benefit scholarships for Temple College music majors.

For more information about this concert and other upcoming music events, contact the Temple College Fine Arts Division at 254-298-8555 or visit templecollege.edu.