For the City Times

WISCONSIN RAPIDS — The USAF Band of Mid-America’s Shades of Blue jazz ensemble will present a concert at the Performing Arts Center in Wisconsin Rapids, WI on March 14 2018 at 7:30 pm. Admission is free and open to the public.

Presented in partnership with the Arts Council, this is a family-friendly, all-ages event.

Shades of Blue is a group of 13 professional musicians whose music inspires patriotism, connects communities with military service members, and honors our country’s veterans.

During a concert, you are just as likely to hear the music of contemporary jazz composers as you would the classic sounds of Count Basie or Maj. Glenn Miller. The band features instrumental and vocal soloists, as well as compositions and arrangements by its own talented members.

Small ensembles or individuals may be available for performances and interviews during local news and public interest programs. Please contact (618) 229-2855 or email sarah.cosano@us.af.mil to make arrangements.