Fall 2026 Juniata Orchestras and Bands in concert

Juniata College Announces Fall 2026 Bands and Orchestras Concert

Juniata College invites the campus community and public to enjoy an evening of instrumental music at its Fall 2026 Concert, featuring the Symphonic Band, Concert Band, Percussion at Juniata, String Orchestra, and Full Orchestra. This diverse program celebrates American musical traditions, classical favorites, contemporary works, and the talents of Juniata’s student musicians. The concert is scheduled for Tuesday, November 17th, 2026 at 7pm in Rosenberger Auditorium

The Symphonic Band will perform Robert Sheldon’s Symphony of Song, featuring narration by Juniata College President Dr. James Troha, along with the Star Spangled Banner, arranged by former Juniata professor of music and band director Dr. 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 three 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 Dr. 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 College’s instrumental musicians.