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Today's Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 316.263.1311
Today's Hours: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 316.263.1311
Sep
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Coffee With the Curator - Bagpipe Music and Its Evolution Through the 20th Century

Thursday, September 16, 2021 | 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

Please join us for this month's Coffee With the Curator presentation, “Bagpipe Music and It’s Evolution through the 20th Century," presented by Kevin Thames.  This presentation will explore the dramatic changes in written literature and performance of music for the Great Highland Bagpipe across the 20th Century and will include a commentary on the associated percussion settings and comparative, contemporary genres.

About the Speaker:

Kevin received his Bachelor's of Science from The Moody Bible Institute and earned his Master's of Science in Educational Administration from Pensacola Christian College.  He currently teaches 6th grade science and 9th grade biology and is also a member of the Wichita Caledonian Pipes and Drum.

Choose from two ways to join the presentation:

  • In-person: Join us at the Museum for Joshua's live, in-person presentation! Face coverings are optional and social distancing will be required while in the Museum. No need to register — simply walk in! Coffee and tea, generously provided by The Spice Merchant - Wichita's Gourmet Coffee & Tea Roaster, and pre-packaged refreshments provided.
  • Virtually via YouTube Livestream (free for Members)

***Please stay tuned as we will send a link for virtual viewing out to members the Wednesday before the presentation***

For those who sign up virtually: Everything you need to tune in will be sent to you in a follow-up email after registration is complete.

Admission: $4 for nonmembers, Members are free!

 

This program is in partnership with Humanities Kansas’ Humanities Hotline. Call 1-888-416-2018 any time to hear short history stories with different topics every month!