Abe Torchinsky (1920-2009)Abe was a renowned performer, and one of the most influential teachers for a generation of tuba and euphonium students. His genial, outgoing nature was much beloved by all those who encountered him. He taught tuba and euphonium at the University of Michigan from 1972-89. Under his tutelage, his students achieved excellence as orchestral and military band musicians, teachers, and employment in a host of other related and unrelated careers.PROGRAM: Besozzi - Sonata; Messiaen - Vocalise; Mr T; Strauss - Nocturne; Tomasi - To Be or Not to Be; Moussorgsky - “The Great Gate of Kiev” from Pictures at an Exhibition; Dona Nobis Pacem