Sponsored by the Music Advisory Council.
Imani Winds, which will be welcomed to the library on Sunday, April 15, has established itself as one of the most successful chamber music ensembles in the United States. The Music Advisory Council has arranged for two concerts — one geared toward families at 12 noon and another for adults at 3 p.m. These concerts are in celebration of the library’s 120th year.
Since 1997, the Grammy-nominated quintet has taken a unique path, carving out a distinct presence in the classical music world with its dynamic playing, culturally poignant programming, genre-blurring collaborations and inspirational outreach programs. With two member composers and a deep commitment to commissioning new work, the group is enriching the traditional wind quintet repertoire while meaningfully bridging European, American, African and Latin American traditions.
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Imani Winds’ extensive touring schedule has brought them to most of this country’s major concert venues. The current season features several international tours, with debut appearances in France, China and Brazil. Imani Winds enjoys frequent national exposure, including two features on NPR’s All Things Considered, appearances on APM’s Saint Paul Sunday, NPR’s Performance Today and News and Notes with Ed Gordon, BBC’s The World, as well as frequent coverage in major music magazines and newspapers.
Their excellence and influences have been recognized with numerous awards. At the 2001 Concert Artists Guild International Competition, Imani Winds was selected as the first-ever Educational Residency Ensemble, in recognition of their tremendous musical abilities and innovative programming.
