Who is the Little London Winds?

Here's a picture taken at Soda Springs Park in Manitou Springs after a summer 2007 evening concert. 

Here's a picture taken after our Fall 2002 concert. 

Here's another picture taken at the Broadmoor Hotel in 1996.  

The Little London Winds is Colorado Springs' premier Wind Ensemble. It was established in August 1992 by a small group of musicians who wished to play quality literature and maintain a high level of performance. The idea behind the ensemble was to gather together serious amateur musicians who enjoy working toward a high standard of performance.

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 Conductor and all 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(a) 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 Treasurer Ernie Gonzalez.

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