SCB in the News: Skagit Community Band Featured on Skagit Talks Ahead of “Danzon: Where Music Meets Movement”
The Skagit Community Band was recently featured on Skagit Talks, the long-running public affairs program produced by KSVR 91.7 FM. The interview highlights the band’s upcoming concert, “Danzon: Where Music Meets Movement,” and offers listeners a behind-the-scenes look at the music, inspiration, and community spirit shaping this exciting program.
In this special interview, our Musical Director, Vince Fejeran and Board President Susie Kuykendall sit down to talk about the inspiration behind the program, and what makes this concert such a vibrant and rhythmic experience for audiences.
What exactly is a danzón? How does a wind band bring dance to life through sound alone? And what can listeners expect when they step into the concert hall?
Vince offers a behind-the-scenes look at the artistry, intention, and community spirit that shape this performance.
About Skagit Talks
Hosted by local voices and focused on issues, arts, culture, and events throughout Skagit County, Skagit Talks features conversations with community leaders, artists, nonprofit organizations, and regional changemakers. The Skagit Community Band’s appearance gives audiences a deeper understanding of the vision behind this rhythm-driven concert.
About the Concert
Under the direction of Vince Fejeran, Danzon: Where Music Meets Movement explores music inspired by dance traditions from around the world. This lively and colorful program brings together rhythm, tradition, and motion through sound.
Audiences will experience:
- The fiery Spanish flair of Malagueña
- The infectious Brazilian energy of Tico Tico
- The vibrant Cuban character of Danzas Cubanas
- The sweeping elegance of Danzón No. 2
Concert Details
Danzon: Where Music Meets Movement will be performed:
- 7:30 PM Friday, March 13
La Conner Maple Hall - 3:00 PM Sunday, March 15
Westminster Presbyterian Church
Please note that Sunday’s performance will be held at a different location than the band’s usual Anacortes venue.
Admission is free. Donations are welcome and help support future Skagit Community Band concerts and programming.
To learn more about the music and the story behind this dynamic program, listen to the full Skagit Talks interview.
For concert details and updates, visit www.skagitcommunityband.org.
Experience an evening where music truly moves.
The Skagit Community Band is a volunteer wind ensemble made up of musicians from across Skagit County. The band is committed to providing high-quality, accessible live music performances for the community throughout the year.
Full Skagit Talks Interview Segment:
Skagit Talks is a weekly half-hour radio program featuring news and interviews focused on life and events in Mount Vernon, Burlington, Sedro-Woolley, La Conner, and the rest of Skagit County.
Learn more about Skagit Talks on their website:
www.ksvr.org