Erica Neidlinger Conducts David Maslanka’s Traveler

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Erica Neidlinger Conducts David Maslanka’s Traveler

World Youth Wind Symphony

Saturday, August 1, 2026 - 7 p.m. ET

Appropriate for: All audiences
Kresge Auditorium Adult $17, Child - College $14 Tickets go on sale Friday, May 8 at 10 a.m.

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Join the World Youth Wind Symphony for an inspiring evening under the baton of Erica Neidlinger. This dynamic program moves from the poignant expression of Chang Su Koh’s Lament to the uplifting spirit of Aaron Copland’s The Promise of Living. José Moncayo’s Huapango! brings dazzling energy and rhythmic excitement, leading to the evening’s centerpiece, David Maslanka’s Traveler, a profound and powerful work that explores perseverance, reflection, and the human journey. Performed by exceptional young artists from around the world, this concert promises both brilliance and emotional impact.