Greensboro citizens have a unique opportunity tonight. At 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church, 3600 W. Friendly Ave., Market Street Brass -- the resident brass quintet of UNCG -- is previewing the program it will present during four concerts in China, including performances at the Forbidden City Concert Hall and Peking University.

About 150 lucky music-lovers got to hear this same program Sunday evening at Ebenezer Lutheran Church. These events may have been overshadowed by the Eastern Music Festival but should not be missed by anyone interested in a superb mix of classical and jazz works and marked by wonderful balance and excellent musicianship from all five performers. And there is no admission charge.

Dick Lockwood
Greensboro