Wallace State hosting annual ‘Salute to United States Veterans’ concert

Wallace State Community College will hold its annual “Salute to United States Veterans” concert Veterans Day, Monday, Nov. 11 at 7 p.m. at the Burrow Center Recital Hall. Admission is free and all area veterans are encouraged to attend.

The concert features performances by the Wallace State Concert Band and the Wallace State Jazz Band. A traditional favorite during the concert is the Armed Forces Medley, featuring the songs for each branch of military service.

“It’s such an honor to offer this salute to our country and to our veterans,” Ricky Burks, chair of the Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts programs and director of the Jazz Band, said. “A highlight of the event occurs when veterans stand during the playing of the song that represents their branch of service. We are looking forward to this special tribute concert and hope that everyone will join us as we honor the service of these men and women.”

Other performances planned by Wallace State Fine and Performing Arts for the 2024-2025 season include:

Nov. 23-24: The Nutcracker, Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre

Dec. 12: Christmas Spectacular, Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre

Feb. 13: Broadway Night, Burrow Center Recital Hall

March 7-9: Little Women, Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre

March 14-15: Chaos/Connection, Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre

March 20: Spring Showcase, Betty Leeth Haynes Theatre

April 3: Solo & Chamber Ensemble Recital, Burrow Center Recital Hall

April 18: Big Band Dance, Burrow Center

April 24: Spring Under the Star, Burrow Center

For information about “Salute to United States Veterans” and other Fine and Performing Arts performances, please contact Amy Seymore at 256-382-8277 or amy.seymore@wallacestate.edu.