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Symphonic Band Concert April 8th and 9th
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"Freedom"
Join DCDD's Symphonic Band as we celebrate our 25th year with a Spring concert entitled "Freedom."
Featured on the program are many patriotic and civil rights related selections that include Aaron Copland's "Lincoln Portrait" and James Curnow's "And the Multitude With One Voice."
The concert is playing for two nights: Friday, April 8th and Saturday, April 9th at 8:00 PM at Church of the Epiphany (1317 G Street, NW, Metro Center stop). Commercial parking is available in near by with some limited on-street parking. Tickets are $20 at the door and
$15 in advance donation, and can be purchased from band members or online from
Ticket/Event Sales DCDD also thanks our spring concert sponsor Morris Van's Hair Designs also celebrating their 25th year.
Come help DCDD celebrate its 25th anniversay!
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DCDD Celebrates 25 Years
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D.C.'s Different Drummers is celebrating its 25th year of music, visibility, and pride! During 2005, DCDD will be performing two anniversary concerts. The spring concert on Friday, April 8th, and Saturday, April 9th, Freedom, will celebrate in music the birthright of gay Americans to full and equal rights. A highlight of the program will be a stirring rendition of gay composer Aaron Copland's Lincoln Portrait, with longtime gay activist Frank Kamney narrating.
The fall concert, A Place for Us celebrates the band that has been home to our members for 25 years. The fall concert is scheduled for November 11 and 12. The title is from Leonard Bernstein's song, "Somewhere," which will be featured on the program, as well as music representing the history and times experienced by the band and band members. A tribute to the late Michael Rutherford, DCDD's founder and a tuba player, will take the form of a performance of Jim Curnow's Concertino for Tuba. A post concert wine and cheese reception will be held to allow prior members of the band to meet with current members to renew acquaintances.
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Volunteer Opportunities Available!
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DCDD has many volunteer opportunities available. If you have some free time or a valuable skill (graphic design, fund raising, marketing), please contact us! We would love to have you join our team as a valued volunteer. Welcome!
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Join Marching Band
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Join D.C.'s Different Drummers award-winning Marching Band for its historic 25th anniversary season. We'll be marching in the DC and Baltimore Pride Parades and marching in the DC Palisades Independence Day parade. Musicians, flag corps, twirlers, band aides needs to join the fun. Sashay your pride to tunes like, "Walk Like an Egyptian," "Get me to the Church on Time," Barry Manilow's "Copacabana" and Chuck Magione's "Children of Sanchez." No auditions required. Email artisticdirector@dcdd.org for more information. Rehearsals start April 18 at Church of the Reformation, 212 E. Capitol Street (7 PM).
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DC Swing!
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Swing Band season starts up! Swing band will start rehearsing again on March 16th at 8:00pm at the Lutheran Church of the Reformation (212 East Capitol St. NE, near the Capitol South metro stop). If you are interested in joining us, please come to rehearsal or email at cmrchris@aol.com
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iGive.com Helps DCDD
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DCDD relies soley on contributions, grants and ticket sales to fund its budget. We are always trying to find new ways to fund our programs. iGive.com has given DCDD the opportunity to get needed funds while providing a valuable service to you. Shop, at no extra cost, and DCDD gets a portion of the purchase. Please sign up today through iGive.com and start helping us at over 500 stores. Thank you!
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