What’s in a Name?

By now we suspect you’ve noticed that the Wellington Winds is now the Wellington Wind Symphony. A small change, but an important one. Here’s why we changed our name, and why we chose the one we did: The name Wellington Winds was a bit confusing to people unfamiliar with who we are. It did not …

Announcing Music in a Lifetime!

The Wellington Winds is very pleased to announce the release of its new web-based learning resource, Music in a Lifetime: www.musicinalifetime.ca Music in a Lifetime is dedicated to the role that being involved in music can play in a fulfilled and rewarding life. The website helps young musicians explore community music-making at its finest, through …

Prokofiev’s Cinderella, arranged by Dave Arthur

Guest post by Ginger Pullen Sergei Prokofiev’s  Scenes from the Ballet Cinderella, arranged by David Arthur,
 will be featured on the Wellington Winds’ upcoming concert Concerto for Wind Ensemble  on April 19 and April 26. The Wellington Winds is very excited about performing this piece.   It is one of the world’s most beloved ballets, and …