“Stage and Screen”
Conductor Terry Dahlgren 2 PM. Sunday, April 21, 2024 The Liberty Theatre Tickets $15 in advance, or $20 day of concert. Students admitted free with paying adult The North Coast Symphonic Band presents “Stage and Screen,” iconic film and popular music from classic movies to modern musicals at 2 PM, Sunday, April 21, 2024, at the Liberty Theatre. The band is conducted by Terry Dahlgren of Warrenton, Oregon. The concert will feature sweeping film score epics such as Gone With The Wind and West Side Story as well as juggernaut performers such as Duke Ellington and ABBA. Quadrophone Sax Quartet will perform prelude music starting at 1:30 PM. NCSB Board President Brian Bergman will be the concert’s emcee. The band encourages audiences to purchase admission tickets in advance for $15 at the Liberty Theatre Box Office from 2 to 5:30 PM, Wednesdays through Saturdays, or online at www.libertyastoria.showare.com. Tickets purchased the day of the concert are $20. High school students are admitted free; admission for middle school students and younger is free with a paying adult. The Liberty is located on the corner of 12th and Commercial streets in Astoria. The North Coast Symphonic Band is composed of local musicians of all ages who enjoy networking, learning from each other, and maintaining their skill levels in a positive and supportive environment. The band is currently at full strength. To join the waiting list, contact Personnel Director Lee Stromquist at encore1@charter.net or 503-861-1328. Potential new members should be able to read music, own their own instruments, and have advanced high school level performance skills or higher. Rehearsals are from 7 to 9 p.m. Mondays at the Charlene Larsen Center for the Performing Arts (PAC) in Astoria. |
The North Coast Symphonic Band is a community wind band of volunteer musicians from both sides of the Columbia River. New members who own their own instruments and play at the advanced high school level or higher are encouraged to contact us if they would like to join. Many sections of the NCSB are full with wait lists but there are currently openings for clarinet and percussion.
Terry Dahlgren will return as conductor and musical director for the 2023-24 season. Dahlgren was a music educator for thirty-two years before retiring from Seaside Public Schools in 2021. Board President Brian Bergman says, “Terry Dahlgren is a good fit for the North Coast Symphonic Band. He has great rapport with musicians and audiences will love him as well.” 2023-2024 Concert Season (All concerts take place at the Liberty Theatre) Stage and Screen 2 PM, Sunday, April 21, 2024 Enjoy familiar tunes with beautiful melodies that endure. Spirit of America 7 PM, Wednesday, July 3, 2024 A special night of entertainment to celebrate America's birthday! The mission of the NCSB is to provide music opportunities for community musicians and quality affordable music performances for audiences. Ticket revenue does not cover expenses. If you can help ensure the music continues, please consider a donation to start the season. Sponsor the conductor for one concert: $1,200 Donate $600 to offset rental of the Liberty Theatre PAC rent for 3 months: $850 Guest musician & hotel: $350 Sponsor a NCSB musician: $100 Huge thanks to all past donors! Donation for 2023-24 are gladly accepted at: NCSB, c/o Treasurer Judy Shatto, 35185 Orchard Lane, Astoria 97103. The NCSB is a 501(c)3 non-profit. You will receive a thank you note and a tax receipt and be acknowledged on the donor list in the program. Concert Dates 2023-2024 2 PM, Sunday, April 21, 2024 7 PM, Thursday, July 3, 2024 FREE Concert Dates 2024-2025 2 PM, Sunday, November 3, 2024 2 PM, Sunday, February 2, 2025 2 PM, Sunday, April 13, 2025 7 PM, Thursday, July 3, 2025 FREE Concert Dates 2025-2026 2 PM, Sunday, November 9, 2025 2 PM, Sunday, February 1, 2025 2 PM, Sunday, April 12, 2026 7 PM, Friday, July 3, 2026 |
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