The Vintage Band will perform a free public concert honoring veterans at 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 7, at Grace Lutheran Church in Des Moines, with a free dinner following the performance.
The instrumental ensemble includes more than 25 musicians, led by conductor John Welsh and artistic director Philip Wilkinson, according to an announcement submitted by Denny Steussy, a church and choir member.
The concert will take place at the church, located at 22975 24th Ave South (map below). Donations are appreciated, according to the announcement.
Selections planned for the program include “March Slav” by Tchaikovsky, “Nobles of the Mystic Shrine” by Sousa and “Jubilus!” by Jan Van der Roost.
The salute to veterans will also feature “Nimrod” by Edward Elgar, “I Vow to Thee My Country” by Gustav Holst and “Salute to the Armed Forces,” arranged by Jan Villanueva.
