The Little London Winds performs a variety of music literature from well-known favorites to newer pieces. The group has performed in concert throughout Southern Colorado as well as Raton, New Mexico. Most notably however, is the group’s wildly popular summer concert series, drawing around 600 audience members a night. The Little London Winds also has a rich history of passing on the love of music and learning by doing clinics and concerts with Colorado Springs area schools. (Book LLW for your next event!)
When the wind ensemble formed, the members wanted a name that would connect the group to the area. Back before Colorado Springs decided to use the "Springs" from Manitou Springs, the city was called Little London. Hence, the name Little London Winds was chosen based on history. The performers liked the fact that the name Little London Winds also reflected the wonderful tradition of band music founded by the British.
The members of the ensemble are volunteers. Membership is by audition or invitation, and each section has a limited number of seats. At 40 members strong, the ensemble includes professional and amateur musicians from a wide variety of vocations. Rehearsals are Monday nights.
The Little London Winds is a charitable organization classified under section 501 (3)c of the Internal Revenue Code. We survive through donations from our members and the generosity of our audiences. Should you or your organization wish to offer (tax deductible) financial support for commissioning works, renting performance halls, or offsetting recurring expenses, please contact our Treasurer, Ernie Gonzalez, at barinotes@q.com. |
