Children’s Concert

On Saturday, Feb. 11, at 1 p.m. the Northwinds Symphonic Band will present an afternoon of music and family fun for children of all ages in The Great Hall of the Sands Point Preserve Conservancy.

Conductor Helen P. Bauer and Associate Conductor Brandon Bromsey have put together a program designed to engage young listeners and aspiring young musicians.

Tubby the Tuba is one of the most famous symphonic narrated works for children. It features Tubby, the under-appreciated tuba, Peepo the Piccolo, and a kindly singing bullfrog. Originally designed as a vehicle for music education, Tubby also imparts life lessons of friendship, encouragement, and overcoming obstacles.

Inspired by a Civil War era train chase, the band will bring to life a locomotive, racing through the concert hall as they perform The Great Locomotive Chase. Through the composer’s use of percussive sounds and