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With the nice weather, several parents sat and
listened to the music while their children played on the playground
equipment.
Eight month old Matthias Johnson was listening to his
first concert from a little wagon.
The band played music representing a number of
countries who participate in the Olympics, which will be held later
this summer.
For the first song, the audience rose as the
orchestra, led by Riley McDorman, played the National Anthem. The
next song was John Williams “Fanfare in G,” which is played at the
Olympics.
The next several songs represented the various
countries that usually participate in the Olympics. Herb Alpert and
the Tijuana Brass’s “Tijuana Taxi” represented Mexico. It was
followed by a song representing Ireland.
A medley of songs from the musical “Les Miserable” represented the
country of France.
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Before a short intermission, McDorman thanked the
summer series sponsors, which include Begolka Farms, Guest House,
Lincoln United Methodist Church and Lincoln Daily News.
The Lincoln Woman’s Club was selling cake and ice
cream all evening. Several people went over to their table during
intermission to get a delicious treat. Proceeds fund the club’s many
community projects.
Songs during the second half of the program included a German song
written by Johann Strauss.
To represent Russia, the band played the song “Moscow 1941.”
McDorman said this song is about a period from World War II when
[the Red Army of] Moscow defended Russia against Germany. By January
of 1941, McDorman said the Russian Army had pushed back the German
Army.
Following a song representing Korea, the band then
moved into a series of patriotic songs that included “God Bless
America.”
The other Sunday evening concerts in the LAMS band’s summer series
are June 9, 23 and 30 [there is no concert on June 16, which is
Father’s Day].
Next Sunday, the theme will be the elements with songs representing
the earth, air and fire. Guest conductor Julie Donnell, who is
McDorman’s aunt, will lead the band.
In case of inclement weather, McDorman said concerts will be moved
to the First United Methodist Church on 302 Broadway Street. Look
for announcements of any changes on the Lincoln Area Music Society
Facebook page.
[Angela Reiners] |
