Published: July 14, 2008 08:28 pm      

Free wizard rock concert set at Edmond Library

EDMOND — Most people now accept that the Harry Potter books initiated a new enthusiasm for reading in fans of The Boy Who Lived, but what you may not realize is that Pottermania also instigated a new type of music.

It’s called “wizard rock,” and the premiere wizard rock band, The Remus Lupins, is coming to the Edmond Library, 10 S. Boulevard, for a concert from 6:30-9 p.m. Thursday. Joining The Remus Lupins will be other wizard rock bands, The Whomping Willows, The Mudbloods, and local band Ginny and the Heartbreakers.

“Do you like live music?” asked Edmond librarian Teresa Matthews. “Do you like Harry Potter? If your answers are a big ‘Yes!’ then you’ll love Wizard Rock. Wizard Rock groups have started up all over the country, making music based on the popular Harry Potter series.”

The Remus Lupins, named for Harry’s Defense Against the Dark Arts instructor in book three of the series, came into existence when band founder Alex Carpenter looked at the titles on his bookshelf and held his guitar at the same time. Suddenly, songs about Harry and his magical world just started pouring out of him.

The Whomping Willows take their name from the tree into which Harry’s pal Ron Weasley crashes his dad’s flying car in book two.

“Dress up,” Matthews said, “bring your wands, and remember, even Voldemort can’t stop the rock!”

Wizard Rock featuring the Remus Lupins is designed for audiences aged 10 to 16.

Tickets must be picked up in person before the day of the show. All members of the party must have a ticket to enter the show. Reserve your spot by calling 341-9282.