Duke University Wind Symphony: Fantasy of Colors

Immerse yourself in a dazzling spectrum of sound as the Duke University Wind Symphony presents Fantasy of Colors, an evening devoted to bold sonic imagination and vibrant musical storytelling. Under the direction of the ensemble's dynamic leadership, this program highlights the extraordinary versatility of the modern wind ensemble through a collection of premieres and contemporary works by some of today's most compelling composers.
The concert features music by Shuying Li, whose award-winning works blend cinematic sweep with vivid emotional detail; Max Amici and Jeff Hart, rising voices known for their inventive writing and expressive range; Flavio Lemelle, whose rhythmic energy and colorful orchestration bring a fresh perspective to 21st-century wind music; Paul Dooley, celebrated for his propulsive, genre-bending sound worlds; and Omar Thomas, one of the most influential wind ensemble composers of his generation, admired for works that pulse with groove, lyricism, and cultural resonance.
Together, these pieces create a kaleidoscopic listening experience-shifting from shimmering delicacy to explosive brilliance, from introspective hues to bold, electrifying textures. Fantasy of Colors invites the audience to hear the wind ensemble not just as a collection of instruments, but as a vibrant canvas capable of expressing endless emotional and sonic possibilities.
Held in Duke's majestic Baldwin Auditorium, this concert promises an evening of new voices, fresh ideas, and the thrilling creative spirit that defines contemporary wind music.
Free and open to the public. All are welcome.

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Host or Publisher Duke Department of Music