Experience the vibrant and diverse musical prowess of the Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band with their 2018 release, "On Tour 1996." This captivating album, originally recorded during their 1996 tour, showcases the band's exceptional talent and versatility, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and compositions.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, the album features 14 tracks that range from classical masterpieces to popular medleys and traditional marches. Highlights include the stirring "Unter Waffengefährten" by Carl Teike, the iconic "The Stars and Stripes Forever," and excerpts from Carl Orff's powerful "Carmina Burana." The band also pays tribute to Swedish heritage with "Roslagvar 'The Swedish Polka'" and "Flygvapnets Marscher: The Band of the Royal Swedish Army Plays the Swedish Air Force Marches."
Under the direction of Mats Janhagen, the Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band delivers a polished and dynamic performance, demonstrating their ability to masterfully interpret a wide array of musical genres. The album is a testament to the band's skill and dedication, offering a memorable listening experience that highlights the rich musical traditions of Sweden and beyond. Whether you're a fan of classical music, marches, or popular tunes, "On Tour 1996" is sure to delight and inspire.
Tracks
Unter WaffengefährtenCarl Teike, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Faust, CG 4: Soldatkör (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Charles Gounod, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
ABBA GoldBjörn Ulvaeus, Benny Andersson, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Clarinet Concerto No. 2 in F Minor, Op. 5: II. Andante pastoraleBernhard Henrik Crusell, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
The Stars and Stripes ForeverJohn Philip Sousa, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Carmina Burana (Excerpts): O FortunaCarl Orff, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Carmina Burana (Excerpts): Fortune plango vulneraCarl Orff, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Roslagvar "The Swedish Polka" (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Hugo Alfvén, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
National Emblem MarchEdwin Eugene Bagley, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
La forza del destino: Overture (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Giuseppe Verdi, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Gold und Silber, Op. 79 (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Franz Lehár, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Masquerade Suite: V. Galop (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Aram Khachaturian, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Porgy and Bess Medley (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)George Gershwin, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Seventy-six Trombones (From "The Music Man")Meredith Willson, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
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