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Juniata to Present Fall 2026 Band and Orchestra Concert
(Posted November 12, 2026)
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HUNTINGDON, Pa. — Juniata College will present its Fall 2026 Band and Orchestra Concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, November 17, in Rosenberger Auditorium, Halbritter Center for the Performing Arts.
Free and open to the public, the concert will feature five ensembles — the Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Percussion at Juniata, String Orchestra, and Full Orchestra, which will perform a diverse program of American musical traditions, classical favorites, and contemporary works.
The Symphonic Band will perform Robert Sheldon’s “Symphony of Song,” featuring narration by Juniata College President James Troha, along with the “Star Spangled Banner,” arranged by Ibrook Tower. The ensemble will also present Paul Murtha’s “Arlington (Where Giants Lie Sleeping”) and “Armed Forces Salute” by Bob Lowden.
The Concert Band will perform movements from Frank Ticheli’s “Simple Gifts.” This fall’s ensemble is entirely member-taught and member-led, highlighting the initiative and musical leadership of its participants.
Percussion at Juniata will showcase a variety of styles through its Drumline, Melodic Bass Drum Ensemble, Keyboard Percussion Choir, and World Percussion Lab. Selections include drumline pieces by James Latten, “The Galloping Comedians” by Dmitri Kabalevsky, and portions of “Ingrained” by Tim Broscious and Gene Koshinski, along with a demonstration of the traditional Basque txalaparta.
Following intermission, the String Orchestra will perform Orien Dalley’s “American Folk Scene,” selected movements from Edvard Grieg’s Holberg Suite, John Williams’ “Somewhere in My Memory from Home Alone,” and Rick Hirsch’s “Grand Central.”
The concert will conclude with the Full Orchestra, performing the first movement of Franz Schubert’s Symphony No. 8 (the “Unfinished” Symphony), followed by Mark Lortz’s “A Matador’s Tale.”
The Fall 2026 Concert promises an engaging evening of musical variety, collaboration, and artistry, celebrating the dedication and accomplishments of Juniata’s instrumental musicians.
Contact April Feagley at feaglea@juniata.edu or (814) 641-3131 for more information.