The Misson Winds of the U.S. Air Force Band of the West performs George Gershwin's "Summertime" in the TPR studio.
Mission Winds, the Clarinet Quartet, from the United States Air Force Band of the West, is stationed at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. The ensemble, comprised of Eb, Bb, and Bass Clarinets, is dedicated to presenting to its audiences the total spectrum of today's musical literature.
The members of Mission Winds bring to the United States Air Force many years of professional experience with symphony orchestras, chamber ensembles, touring shows, and today's popular artists. Currently the ensemble performs for civilian and military audiences throughout the southern region of the United States.
The group supports music education through clinics and master classes to elementary through college-aged students and presents performance tours throughout Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, and Florida. Mission Winds have performed at various high schools, elementary schools, middle schools, universities, and have been featured at the Texas Music Educators Association conventions, benefiting both the students and performers.
