Montana Kaimin

Tuesday, March 09, 2010      Last Update: 12:44 am

Dr. James Smart conducts the UM Symphonic Wind Ensemble during its practice on Thursday, March 4. The ensemble will perform in concert on Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. in the University Theatre. (Ben Coulter/Montana Kaimin)

Ensemble to premiere piece by celebrated composer

Jayme Fraser March 9, 2010

The troubled roommate of modern composer James Mobberley inspired him to write “Ascension,” which UM’s Symphonic Wind Ensemble will perform Tuesday night as the piece’s world premiere.

NEWS >>

UM plays parachute games for Women’s Day

Kate Whittle March 9, 2010

Monday was the 99th annual International Women’s Day. The University of Montana Women’s Resource Center celebrated by playing parachute games on the Oval.



ARTS >>

Concert to raise funds for annual UM jazz festival

Jessica Stugelmayer March 5, 2010

Eden Atwood may be more used to performing at jazz clubs in Tokyo and Seattle, but she will bring her sultry voice to Missoula, combining with local pianist David Morgenroth and the University of Montana jazz band in a benefit concert tonight for the Buddy DeFranco Jazz Festival.

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OUTDOORS >>

Gelande attracts competitors and spectators

Justin Franz March 3, 2010

The Snowbowl event is one of three annual Gelande events in the United States, but it is unique in that it has one of the only ski jumps left in the country with an approach and landing zone that is not manmade.

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