On Friday, May 3rd, The Wind Ensemble at the Boston Conservatory, conducted by Vimbayi Kaziboni, performed alongside singer Emily Siar. Throughout this performance, the group presented the pieces “Cordatum” by Anahita Abbasi and “Labyrinth of Love” by Michael Daugherty. Throughout both pieces, Siar used a tone of grief in her voice and stares of distress as she sang about the constant battle she fights, asking herself whether she should follow her love or smother her feelings back into her conscience.
The ensemble helped portray this emotion through a unified sound of beautiful chords that at first confused the audience but then made it clear that it was the same message in the form of music. One of the main patterns that was heard was repetition.
In the climax of both pieces, the ensemble would either repeat the rhythm that was sung or the musicians themselves would repeat the actual words sung by Siar. The emotion was also portrayed through the way in which Kazibony directed the ensemble.
Kaziboni not only set the tone with his hands and conducting, but he also showed emotion through his facial expressions. Kaziboni maintained a stressed facial expression as he made eye contact with the ensemble and Siar as they performed. Throughout the performance the entire group seemed confident and professional, immediately impressing the crowd by their public presence. After the performance, the group stood and smiled as they embraced the standing ovation they received from the crowd.
Various instruments such as the bass clarinet and the cello sit alone, ready to be used for pieces performed by the ensemble. JACOB FUENTES 
The ensemble warms up, preparing for their performance conducted by Vimbayi Kaziboni, alongside singer, Emily Siar. JACOB FUENTES 
Singer Emily Siar presents a merry expression and prepares to perform while receiving a round of applause from the supporting audience and the ensemble. JACOB FUENTES 
From left to right: Flautist Logan Haley sits alongside oboist Taylor Childress as they concentrate and stare down at their music, waiting to join the ensemble. JACOB FUENTES 
Jacob Slater, cellist for the Wind Ensemble, counts his rest and waits to rejoin the group. JACOB FUENTES 
Emily Siar puts on a face of distress as she performs “Labyrinth of Love” by Michael Daugherty. JACOB FUENTES 
Left to right: Alto Saxophonist Xander Dawson and Bass Clarinetist Andrew Lee stand and appreciate a standing ovation. JACOB FUENTES 
From left to right: Singer Emily Siar joins hands with Conductor Vimbayi Kaziboni as they smile and receive a standing ovation. JACOB FUENTES 
Emily Siar smiles for a photo as she celebrates a great performance with the Boston Conservatory wind ensemble. JACOB FUENTES.
