CONCORD, NH—The New Hampshire Historical Society will host the Seacoast Wind Ensemble in a free outdoor concert on Friday, July 11, from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m., in downtown Concord's Eagle Square, just outside the Historical Society's museum. 

The concert is made possible by the Duncan S. McGowan Memorial Fund for Eagle Square, the Walker Fund, Merrimack County Savings Bank, and Daddy's Junky Music Store.

The Seacoast Wind Ensemble includes more than 40 adults performing on bassoon, clarinet, euphonium, flute, French horn, harp, oboe, percussion, piccolo, saxophone, trombone, trumpet and tuba.  The ensemble performs marches, show tunes, jazz, classical/symphonic adaptations for band, Broadway and modern pop-style tunes, all suitable for the whole family.

In case of rain, the concert will be moved indoors to the adjacent Atrium at 7 Eagle Square.  Attendees should bring their own chairs for the indoor concert. 

Founded in 1823, the New Hampshire Historical Society is the independent, nonprofit organization that saves, preserves, and shares New Hampshire history  The Society serves thousands of children and adults each year through its Museum of New Hampshire History, research library, educational programs, and award-winning publications.  The Society is not a state-funded agency.  All of its programs and services are made possible by membership dues and contributions.  For more information about the Society and the benefits of membership, visit nhhistory.org or call 603/228-6688.