Irvine Valley College to Host Summer Concert

The Irvine Valley College Summer Wind Symphony will perform a variety of pops and light classics during its sixth annual summer concert and picnic July 13 in the “A” quad near the clock tower on campus.

The picnic will begin at 5 p.m. with a performance by the Moonlight Express Big Band of Fullerton.

The Saddleback College Summer Wind Ensemble will take the stage at 5:30 p.m., with the Irvine Valley College Summer Wind Symphony conducted by Stephen Rochford following.

Rochford, who also serves as chairman of the IVC’s School of Fine Arts, said the symphony will perform selections by John Philip Sousa and Richard Rodgers along with a few vocal numbers featuring voice teacher and singer Juliette Singler.

The Summer Wind Symphony includes IVC students as well as other musicians, including so-called “summer musicians” who are too busy to rehearse throughout the year but are able to perform during the summer months.

Some tables and chairs will be provided, and the audience is encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets. Irvine Valley College is an alcohol-free campus.

Information: (714) 451-5366 or (714) 451-5453.