Whispers of the Heart
EVENT DETAILS
Lose yourself in a story older than time — where every whisper leads closer to the heart.
Step into the intimate world of the Florida Wind Band’s “Lights Out” Chamber Series, where story and sound entwine beneath the soft glow of the beautifully lit sanctuary at Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church. Guided by Artistic Director Matthew McCutchen as narrator, Whispers of the Heart brings to life the timeless Greek myth of Eros and Psyche — a tale of love veiled in mystery, tested by trust, and redeemed by faith.
As the story unfolds, a reed quintet breathes emotion into every moment: the soaring oboe as Psyche, filled with wonder and longing, the sensuous lines of the saxophone as Eros, god of love in disguise, the searching clarinet, the brooding warmth of bass clarinet,
and the grounding shadows of the bassoon, echoing the voice of fate. Together, the quintet will conjure a dreamscape of invisible lovers, impossible trials, and a soul’s awakening to love's deepest truth.
Are you interested in an opportunity to get to know our organization and to learn about the music before you experience it?
Join Executive Director, Tony Negron and Music Director, Matt McCutchen for a free pre-concert chat at 5:30pm in the sanctuary. The conversation will last about 20 minutes, leaving you with thoughtful insight into the programming behind Whispers of the Heart and what plans are coming for Florida Wind Band!
TICKETS
Thanks to our amazing sponsors, donors, and community partners, we’re thrilled to offer this concert FREE to the public! But hurry—tickets are required to secure your seat for this unforgettable event. Reserve yours today and get ready for an incredible experience!
Please secure tickets only through our website via Zeffy, our exclusive, secure ticketing platform. We do not use Eventbrite or other third-party sellers.
DATE, TIME & VENUE
Sunday, February 15, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Palma Ceia Presbyterian Church
3501 W. San Jose Street
Tampa, FL 33629
SEASON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
The Florida Wind Band is currently seeking sponsors for the upcoming season!
Visibility is offered with sponsorships through monthly communications, advertisements in our concert programs, and promotional materials including flyers and social media. Consider a sponsorship level that reflects your investment and passion for the success of our organization’s mission.
Chamber Musicians
Oboe
Clarinet
Clarinet
Dawn Hardy
Clarinet
Clarinet
Clarinet
Tony Negron
Bassoon
Clarinet
Saxophone
Javi Rodriguez
Saxophone
Bass Clarinet
Saxophone
Josh Hollenbeck
Bass Clarinet
Bass Clarinet
Bass Clarinet
Evan Lutz
Guest Narrator
Dr. Jeffrey L. Traster
Dr. Jeffrey L. Traster, Music Professor Emeritus at The University of Tampa, served as Director of Bands and Head of Music Education for nineteen years, including six years as Music Department Chair. Traster earned music degrees from Baylor University, University of Colorado at Boulder, and University of Texas at Austin, with professional experience conducting concert and jazz bands, choirs, and orchestras. Currently, he is the Director of the Clearwater Concert Band, tenor-one with The Ambassadors Gospel Quartet, a composer, clinician, and tuba player. His compositions include music for concert band, low-brass ensemble, brass quintet, jazz band, choir, handbells, and solos with piano for trumpet, trombone/euphonium, and tuba. Thirty of his compositions have been adopted to the Florida Bandmasters Association Solo & Ensemble or Concert Band Lists. His music is available from Allegrezza Music Publications.