Artist: Phoenix Woodwind Quintet
Art Form(s): Music
Artist Statement
“The arts are an essential element of education, just like reading, writing and arithmetic…music, dance, painting and theater are all keys to unlock profound human understanding and accomplishment.”
– William Bennett, former US Secretary of Education
Artist Bio
The Phoenix Quintet has been in existence for nearly twenty years and has entertained audiences of all ages. Currently their focus is entirely on music education. Their program Peter and the Wolf has brought fun and information to school children throughout the tri-state area.
Each member of the The Phoenix Quintet is a busy freelance musician in the New York area. The mime/narrator is also a performer with the Bond Street Theatre.
