BANDthology

Hammer Theatre Center, San Jose
Sunday, October 13, 2024, 3:00 PM

San Jose Wind Symphony
Dr. David Vickerman, music and artistic director

San Jose Metropolitan Band
Ken Nakamoto, music director

San Francisco Brass Band
Dr. James A. Long, conductor

Experience a musical celebration like no other at BANDthology, where three of Silicon Valley's premier community bands—the San José Metropolitan Band, San Jose Wind Symphony, and San Francisco Brass Band—share the stage for the very first time!

Enjoy an afternoon filled with the rich harmonies of a wind ensemble, the vibrant energy of a brass band, the pulse-quickening beat of an explosive percussion section, and much more. Hosted at the Hammer Theatre in Downtown San Jose, each ensemble will present a unique program, creating an immersive tapestry of sound that spans genres and generations.

Join us for an exhilarating and historic afternoon, where each performance unfolds a new chapter in the thrilling anthology of wind and brass music!

To enhance and augment your concert enjoyment, we are excited to feature a "Wine & Nibbles Experience" in partnership with San Jose-based J. Lohr Vineyards (www.jlohr.com). Tasting is at the Hammer's Curtain Call Cafe which will be open prior to the concert, between sets and at the conclusion of the concert

Note: Tickets for this concert are only available through the Hammer Theatre box office. Click or tap Buy Tickets to be taken to that site.

On the Program*
San Jose Metropolitan Band
Fervent is My Longing - J. S. Bach, arr. Lucien Cailliet
Fugue in G Minor - J. S. Bach, arr. Lucien Cailliet
Columbia, The Gem of the Ocean - Thomas A. Becker, arr. Scott Pierson
Desperado - Chris Garcia
Shenandoah - arr. Omar Thomas
West Highlands Sojourn - Robert Sheldon

San Jose Wind Symphony
A Moorside Suite - Gustav Holst
Star Ship - Yukiko Nishimura
Give Us This Day - David Maslanka

San Francisco Brass Band
Fanfare and Flourishes: for a Festive Occasion - James Curnow  
Jubilance - William Hines, Soloist: Guy Clark
March Praise - Wilfred Heaton 
Gaelforce - Peter Graham
Ashokan Farewell - Jay Ungar, arr. Alan Fernie
Pandora's Box - Naomi Styles

HOLLYWOOD HolidayS

McAfee Performing Arts Center, Saratoga
Sunday, December 8, 2024, 3:00 PM
Dr. David Vickerman, conductor

“Hollywood Holidays” brings the magic of holiday movies to life through a festive concert featuring the San Jose Wind Symphony, conducted by artistic and music director, Dr. David Vickerman. Enjoy beloved music from films like The Polar Express, National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation, and Home Alone, alongside classic Christmas and holiday concert favorites. This enchanting event is perfect for families, with a special opportunity for children to join the fun on stage during a performance of The Night Before Christmas. Come celebrate the season with a musical journey through some of Hollywood's most heartwarming holiday moments!

On the Program*
A Christmas Festival - Leroy Anderson
Toboggan - JaRod Hall
Christmas Vacation - Barry Mann and Cynthia Weil, arr. Roszell
Dreidel Dance - arr. Thurston
Patapan - Shelley Hanson
Concert Suite from the Polar Express - Ballard and Silvestri, arr, Brubaker
Sussex Mummers' Carol - Percy Grainger, ed. Stotter
A Charlie Brown Christmas - Vince Guaraldi, arr, Strommen
Selections from "Home Alone" - John Williams, arr. Paul Lavender
The Night Before Christmas - Randol Alan Bass
Sleigh Ride - Leroy Anderson 

Last year, SJWS began a new community outreach program by selecting a local charity to feature at our December concert. This year, we are again highlighting the good works of Family Supportive Housing of San Jose. For over 30 years, their mission has been to help families that are experiencing homelessness to remain intact, while addressing each family’s needs for food, shelter, employment and education.

Most of the families served by FSH are not chronically homeless — many struggle with Silicon Valley’s shortage of affordable housing and work opportunities for people with limited education. One unexpected illness, or a landlord’s decision to sell, and a family can find itself out on the street. FSH uses a two-phase approach to combat homelessness: first, a family’s basic human needs are met and they are returned to housing as quickly as possible. In phase two, the family receives the necessary support to become self-sufficient, following a step-by-step plan based on their own unique needs.

SJWS commends Family Supportive Housing for their kind and thoughtful approach to the homelessness epidemic. We strongly encourage our musicians and audience members — and their families and friends — to donate generously to this worthy organization. Representatives from FSH will be available at the concert to answer questions and to accept your donations. To donate online, use the following QR code or go to familysupportivehousing.org/donate.

FIESTA!

McAfee Performing Arts Center, Saratoga
Sunday, March 2, 2025, 3:00 PM

“Fiesta!” is a vibrant celebration of the rich musical heritage of Mexico, presented by the San Jose Wind Symphony under the baton of Dr. David Vickerman. This exciting concert features an array of music inspired by Mexican culture, including works by renowned Mexican composers such as Silvestre Revueltas, Nubia Jaime-Donjuan, Genaro Codina, and Juan Pablo Contreras. Experience the lively rhythms, colorful melodies, and deep emotions that define the spirit of Mexico, as the ensemble takes you on a journey through this diverse and dynamic musical landscape. Join us for a festive afternoon filled with the sounds and stories of Mexico.

On the Program*
Conga del Fuego Nuevo - Arturo Marquez, arr. Oliver Nickel
Sensemayá, R. 67 Silvestre Revueltas, arr. Frank Bencriscutto
Little Mexican Suite - IV. Sahuaro - Nubia Jaime-Donjuan
Mariachitlan - Juan Pablo Contreras
Zacatecas March - Genaro Codina
La Fiesta Mexicana - H. Owen Reed 

FOR ED

Sunday, May 18, 2025, 3:00 PM
McAfee Performing Arts Center, Saratoga
Steve Sanchez, clarinet
Dr. Edward C. Harris, guest conductor
Dr. David Vickerman, conductor

“For Ed” is a heartfelt tribute concert honoring the remarkable 20-year legacy of Dr. Edward C. Harris, who served as music and artistic director of the San Jose Wind Symphony until his retirement in 2022. Under the direction of Dr. David Vickerman, the San Jose Wind Symphony will perform a program that reflects Dr. Harris' profound impact on the ensemble and its audiences. In honor of Ed's instrument, the concert features Steve Sanchez, clarinetist, performing Oscar Navarro's II Concerto. The concert also features some of Ed's favorite works for band, as we celebrate his passion, dedication, and the musical excellence he fostered. Join us for an afternoon of music and memories as we honor Dr. Harris and his extraordinary contributions to the San Jose Wind Symphony!

On the Program*
Festive Overture - Dmitri Shostakovich, arr. Donald Hunsberger
Colonial Song - Percy Grainger, ed. R. Mark Rogers
Mannin Veen - Haydn Wood
Unpublished Fanfare (SJWS Commission) - Roger Nixon
Il Concerto for Clarinet - Oscar Navarro, Steve Sanchez, clarinet
Ancient and Honorable Artillery March - John Philip Sousa, Dr. Edward C. Harris, conductor

*All programs are subject to change without notice.