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Sarasota News Leader February 22, 2013 mutation of gospel and rhythm & blues into a form of funky, secular, testifying lyrics,��� the release points out. Among its characteristics are catchy rhythms, hand claps and extemporaneous body moves, along with calls and responses between the soloists and the choruses, the release notes. Performers such as Marvin Gaye, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, James Brown and Smokey Robinson ���were all a part of the movement that continued for Page 122 more than a decade until disco and funk began to dominate the charts,��� the release points out. The shows will be performed Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m., with Sunday matinees at 2 p.m. Tickets, which are $29.50, may be purchased online at wbttsrq.org or by calling the box office at 366-1505. The show runs through March 24. SARASOTA BRASS QUINTET TO PERFORM IN SANCTUARY CONCERT The Sarasota Brass Quintet to will bring its unique brand of winds to the Sanctuary Concerts series on February 24 at 2:30 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 3975 Fruitville Road, Sarasota, the church has announced. Founded in 1986, the Sarasota Brass Quintet (formerly the Florida Brass Quintet) ���is one of the most popular ensembles of the Sarasota Orchestra,��� a news release says. It performs chamber music as part of the orchestra���s Chamber Soiree series. Additionally, the group has performed throughout Florida and performs for and works with students at schools in Sarasota and Manatee counties, the release adds. the great classics of the standard repertoire to refreshingly entertaining pops selections,��� says Don DeMaio, concert coordinator, in the release. Among selections for this concert will be Claudio Monteverdi���s Suite from L���Orfeo, Alan Civil���s Dance Suite, music of J.S. Bach, and selections from West Side Story by Leonard Bernstein, the release notes. The performance is the part of the six-concert 2012-2013 Sanctuary Concerts series, ���which gives audiences opportunities to experience great music in an old European style, performed in a church sanctuary and followed The group includes Michael Dobrinski (trum- by courtyard reception with the artists,��� the pet), Greg Knudsen (trumpet), Laurence release adds. Solowey (horn), Brad Williams (trombone) Tickets, which are $15, include the compliand Jay Hunsberger (tuba). mentary wine and cheese reception. For ���Sarasota Brass Quintet concerts offer a de- more information, call 371-4974 or visit www. lightful mix of diverse programming, including uusarasota.org/concerts. Take Your Time You Have All Week Enjoy The News Leader Anytime - Day or Night