The Borealis Wind Quintet, like the Aurora Borealis, displays a brilliant array of sparkling color and magic in the music they perform.newtownfriendsofmusic.org.

The quintet, nominated for a 2006 Grammy Award in the Chamber Music Category, is acclaimed as one of America's preeminent chamber ensembles. The highest musical integrity, irresistible energy and five-fold charisma distinguish Borealis in the chamber music field. Audiences have long enjoyed programming that includes the finest classics, engaging commissioned works, opera arias, and works for piano and winds.

The quintet will perform for the first time in Newtown on Sunday, April 17, at 3 pm. Their performance in the Edmond Town Hall Theatre will also serve as the finalé for the 2015-16 season of performances sponsored by Newtown Friends of Music.

The ensemble is recognized for their fundamental contributions to the wind quintet literature with their many commissions, recordings, and editions of rare and traditional music. Their program on April 17 will include works by Lefebvre, Turrin, Grainger, Bozz, Rubtsov and Briccialdi.

An informal reception following the concert will offer concert goers the opportunity to meet and mingle with the musicians.

Single tickets are $25, cash or check only. Students K-12 are admitted free of charge when accompanied by a ticket-holding adult. Students with valid ID are also admitted free of charge.

Tickets may be purchased in advance by sending check and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to Newtown Friends of Music, PO Box 295, Newtown CT 06470-0295. Tickets may also be reserved by calling 203-426-6470.

Remaining tickets will be sold at the box office the afternoon of the concert, beginning at 2 pm.

Parking is free behind Edmond Town Hall, at 45 Main Street. The facility is handicapped accessible.

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