BLOOMINGTON, Ill. – In what might be a scene from a famed Broadway musical, a choir of trombones will descend upon Illinois Wesleyan University this April for a performance that will round out a yearlong tribute to Professor of Music Tom Streeter.
Streeter, who founded the Illinois Wesleyan Jazz Program 40 years ago, plans to retire in May. Several activities throughout the year have celebrated his contributions to the University, with the final event being an all-trombone alumni choir concert slated for 7:30 p.m. Friday, April 15 at Westbrook Auditorium of Presser Hall (1210 N. Park St., Bloomington).
Deciding to feature trombones for the concert was an easy choice for Streeter. He has been playing the instrument for more than 50 years. “It’s just such a wonderful sound,” said Streeter. “There’s nothing prettier than a bunch of trombones playing together. People might be surprised, because it’s such a mellow and very pleasing sound.”