Thank you for coming to the annual Concert Under the Stars hosted by the Princeton University Wind Ensemble! This concert is dedicated to Rick Modica ’99, the founder of the Princeton University Wind Ensemble, who was tragically killed during his sophomore year at Princeton. We’re proud to continue Rick’s legacy and honor him with our performance.

The Princeton University Wind Ensemble is led by its student officers (denoted below on the full roster) and is conducted by Mr. Joe Bongiovi.

The Washington Post March, John Philip Sousa (1854-1932)
Jacob Jackson ’26, Conductor

Overture from Bye Bye Birdie, Charles Strouse (asdf-3343), arranged by John Cacavas

~ Brief Intermission ~

Olympic Fanfare and Theme, John Williams (b. 1932), arranged by James Curnow

Star Wars Medley, John Williams (b. 1932), arranged by James H. Burden

The Sound of Music, Selection for Concert Band, Richard Rodgers (1902-1979), arranged by Robert Russell Bennett

Please enjoy the concert, and help yourself to our snacks and goodies! Thanks for supporting the Wind Ensemble!

Ensemble Members