The Portsmouth Wind Symphony

Our concerts are performed by an accomplished ensemble of fifty local and regional musicians and are entertaining for all ages.

Our outstanding musicians, many of whom are your neighbors, friends, and teachers, are joined by accomplished soloists and guest performers from the tri-state area.

The PWS Board continues to work hard to bring to Southern Ohio a quality performing organization. We strive to present family-friendly concerts at an affordable ticket price.

Board of Directors

• Michael Penley (President)
• Paul Hunt, Jr. (Vice Presidentt)
• Trent Williams (Treasurer)
• Lisa Carver (Secretary)
• Terry Thompson (Music Director)
• Gale Dalton
• Gail Miller
• Lou Schoettle
• Kevin Smedley
• Sandra White
• Katie Williams
• Linda Woods-Jones

Contact the Board: portsmouthwindsymphony@outlook.com

Music from the Left Coast

Tuesday, October 3, 2017 @ 7:30 pm

We open our Silver Jubliee Season, our 25th year as a performing ensemble, with sound from the "Left Coast". Hollywood has given us some of the most memorable music of the last 100 years. From the big screen to the small screen, melodies stick in our ear for generations. Not only do they set the mood of the picture, sometimes they become TOP 10 hits! Join us for a trip through time and just see how much of the music we play you remember! Maybe, you didn’t even know it came from the silver screen!

• Adult - $10
• SSU Student w/ID - $5
• Child over 12 - $5
• Child 12 and under - Free

A Christmas Celebration!

Saturday, December 16, 2017 @ 7:30 pm

We hope you will join us for our 25th annual Christmas concert. We will play and sing our way through some traditional Christmas tunes, introduce you to some new songs, and take some time to reflect on the blessings we all enjoy.

• Adult - $10
• SSU Student w/ID - $5
• Child over 12 - $5
• Child 12 and under - Free

Repercussions

Saturday, April 14, 2018 @ 7:30 pm

It is widely believed that the very first musical instruments invented by man were percussion instruments. Maybe a hollow log was used to communicate over long distances, signaling danger, an event, or even... "Time for Dinner!!" We will feature our percussion section and maybe a surprise guest soloist to romp through some fun and interesting percussion tunes. Some you will know, some you will not, but all you will enjoy!

• Adult - $10
• SSU Student w/ID - $5
• Child over 12 - $5
• Child 12 and under - Free

Salute to America

Wednesday, July 4, 2018 @ 7:00 pm

We wrap up our Silver Jubliee Season with this performance in the park as we salute the United States of America. We will invite past conductors of the Portsmouth Community Orchestra and the Portsmouth Wind Symphony to join us as we wrap up our first 25 years!

Our old friend, recording artist Steve Free and his band will join us as we find patriotic music to fill the outdoor space of beautiful Tracy Park in downtown Portsmouth. Join us for an old fashioned "party in the park" to honor America and then go down to the riverfront and watch the fireworks extravaganza!

There are benefits to subscribing early to our concerts by returning the ticket order form with no need to call or visit the box office.

Advance Ticketing

Receive your tickets in advance to all events. Tickets are mailed to you without having to wait in line at the box office.

Easy Exchange

For tickets you cannot use, we will be glad to exchange your tickets for another concert or provide you with a tax-deductible receipt for any tickets you cannot use. Simply call the box office at (740) 351-3600 at least 24 hours before the concert.

Subscription orders received before October 7 will be mailed to the address provided on the order form. After October 7, tickets will be available at the McKinley Box Office Will Call. The McKinley Box Office is located in the lobby of Shawnee State University’s Vern Riffe Center for the Arts. Ten-minute parking is available in the fountain circle area.

The Vern Riffe Center for the Arts is fully handicapped accessible. Seating for wheelchairs and hearing assisting devices are available. Please indicate your need for assistance when ordering your tickets.

For assistance in ordering your tickets, please call the McKinley Box Office at (740) 351-3600.

We earnestly seek your support and your subscription to the 2015-2016 season that promises to be a great one.

Please consider a tax-deductible donation to The Portsmouth Wind Symphony. Ticket sales account for only 50% of the revenue needed to fund the season. The following are suggested categories:

• Maestro | $1,000
• Soloist | $500 – $999
• Concert Master | $200 – $499
• First Chair | $200 – $499
• Patron | Up to $99

You may also sponsor a concert or a specific PWS chair.

Sponsor a Concert

• Christmas or July 4th Concert | $2,000
• October or April Concert | $1,000

Sponsor a Concert Master

• Per Concert | $450
• Concert Season | $2,500

Sponsor the Chair of a Specific Instrument

• Per Concert | $800

Phone:

(740) 351–3600 | McKinley Box Office

Email:

portsmouthwindsymphony@outlook.com

Mailing:

• The Portsmouth Wind Symphony
• P.O. Box 277
• Portsmouth, Ohio 45662

Street:

• Shawnee State University
• 940 Second Street
• Portsmouth, Ohio 45662

Rehearsals are on Monday evenings from 7:00 - 9:00 pm on the third floor of the Vern Riffe Center for the Arts from August through June.

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