Southern Winds, Lethbridge’s newest wind ensemble, is made up of professional musicians from Southern Alberta and based in Lethbridge. The ensemble performed their inaugural concert in May 2018, featuring monumental works that span generations, from military band beginnings to modern musical grandeur. We are excited to share the stage with Mohamed Assani in September 2025!
The musicians for the ensemble are drawn the many stellar musicians from the Lethbridge region, but also Medicine Hat, Calgary, Edmonton, and Victoria. The professional musicians perform with a number of local ensembles and perform frequently in the region.
Join Southern Winds, Lethbridge’s professional wind ensemble, for an unforgettable afternoon of music that spans cultures. Made up of accomplished musicians from Southern Alberta, Southern Winds is sure to capture your musical attention.
This performance, presented in partnership with NiMa, features a unique collaboration: Southern Winds joined by members of the University of Lethbridge Wind Orchestra (conducted by Dr. Thomas Staples and Dr. Holly De Caigny), alongside special guest artists Mohamed Assani (sitar), Gurdit Singh (tabla), and the jazz trio HBO3. Together, they will create a fusion of traditions — the vibrant colours of Indian classical music, jazz, and the traditional sounds of wind band music.
Audiences can expect a powerful and genre-bending performance that blends global sounds on a local stage, highlighting the beauty of collaboration across cultures and musical traditions.
General Admission Tickets:
$40 (plus fees)
Reserve your tickets right here ↓
University Theatre, Centre for the Arts, University of Lethbridge
4401 University Drive West, Lethbridge, AB
