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GWO in Europe 2010 – Day Two – Prague
On Day Two of the Gustavus Wind Orchestra's 2010 European Concert Tour, the members explore Prague's Hradcany Castle, St. Vitus Cathedral and the Old Royal Place overlooking the Vltava River and the Old Town prior to the tour's first concert performance.
GWO in Europe 2010 – The Adventure Begins
Day 1 From Cavafy’s Ithaca When you set out on your journey to Ithaca, pray that the road is long, full of adventure, full of knowledge …. But do not hurry the voyage at all, (and you will arrive) rich with all that you have gained along the way. Day 1 began bright (well, maybe […]
An Incredible Life-Changing Experience
Having a chance to take a trip abroad doesn’t come around very often. Receiving the opportunity to travel with 73 other serious musicians and friends is even rarer. This year, the Gustavus Wind Orchestra will travel to Europe, touring through the Czech Republic, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Austria, and Germany.
GWO Europe, 2010 : The Prelude
A Chinese philosopher once wrote that the longest trip begins with the first step. For more than a week, after months of preparation by the students and Tour Manager Lisa Westphal, the 73-member Gustavus Wind Orchestra and conductor Douglas Nimmo have been in engaged in daily classes, intensive rehearsals, sectionals and private practice. They are […]