The Juneau Community Bands’ fall concert is tonight, Saturday, Sept. 27, at 7 p.m. at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center.<\/p>\n
The theme, Oktoberfest, is back by popular demand, since they first debuted the theme two years ago.<\/p>\n
“People enjoyed the camaraderie of having a beer while they were waiting for the concert, eating together and socializing, along with just sitting and listening to music,” said Sarah McNair-Grove, president and clarinetist for the band.<\/p>\n
TK Maguire’s is cooking for the event, serving brats, sauerkraut and mashed potatoes at 6 p.m.<\/p>\n
Music will be largely German-themed, featuring Strauss waltzes and polkas. One piece by Johannes Brahms is a conglomeration of German drinking songs turned symphonic.<\/p>\n
The band will teach a short dance lesson to help everyone find their footing. Dressed in dirndl, lederhosen and other German attire, the band encourages the audience to do the same.<\/p>\n
“After all this rainy weather we’ve been having the last week or so, it’ll be a fun way to come together,” McNair-Grove said.<\/p>\n
Proceeds for the dinner will go toward a $500 music scholarship for students.<\/p>\n
Visit juneaucommunityband.org for more details. Tickets can be purchased online or at the door. Families and solo attendees are welcome.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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