The Golden Gate Park Band presents a lively program celebrating songs and dances from around the world. The afternoon features the complete Pineapple Poll, the graceful “Pavanne” from American Symphonette, and the irresistible Themes from Zorba the Greek. Festive favorites like “Wedding Dance,” “Amazing Grace” and Simple Gifts add warmth and charm, while the sparkling Clarinet Candy brings a virtuosic flourish. It’s a joyful journey through melody and movement you won’t want to miss!

Program:

1. Liberty Bell - John P. Sousa

2. Simple Gifts - Frank Ticheli

3. Portrait of a Trumpet - Sammy Nestico

4. Themes from Zorba the Greek - Mikis Theodorakis / arr. Ken Whitcomb

5. Pineapple Poll - Gilbert & Sullivan / arr. Charles Mackerras

6. Clarinet Candy - Leroy Anderson

7. Amazing Grace - Frank Ticheli

8. Wedding Dance - Jaques Press / arr. H. Johnson F. Fennell

9. Sounds of Simon and Garfunkel - P. Simon/ J. Burdon

10. Pavanne, from American Symphonette - Morton Gould

11. Golden Gate March - Edwin Franko Goldman