Immerse yourself in the rich, diverse soundscape of the North Texas Wind Symphony with their captivating album, "WASBE '99: The North Texas Wind Symphony." Released on June 7, 2011, under the Mark Records label, this orchestral masterpiece spans a full hour and nine minutes, offering a symphonic journey through a variety of compositions.
The album opens with a lively arrangement of "The Snow Maiden, Op. 12: Dance of the Jesters" by R. Cramer, setting the stage for a mix of classical and contemporary pieces. Fans of Edward MacDowell will delight in the beautifully arranged solo piano pieces, including "To a Wild Rose," "In Autumn," and "At an Old Trysting Place," all masterfully adapted for wind ensemble by F. Winterbottom. The album also features works by other notable composers such as Charles Ives, John Williams, and Leonard Bernstein, showcasing the North Texas Wind Symphony's versatility and technical prowess.
Highlights include the dramatic "Vesuvius," the whimsical "Willo' the Wisp," and the intricate three-movement suite "Battlestar of the Andromeda Nebula," "Eveningstar of the Magellanic Cloud," and "Earthstar of the Milky Way." The album concludes with a rousing performance of "Pastime," leaving the listener with a sense of exhilaration and awe.
Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling exploration of the wind symphony's dynamic range and expressive power. Experience the North Texas Wind Symphony at their finest with this remarkable collection of orchestral works.
Tracks
The Snow Maiden, Op. 12: Dance of the Jesters (Arr. R. Cramer)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon
No. 1, To a Wild Rose (Arr. F. Winterbottom)Edward MacDowell, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
No. 4, In Autumn (Arr. F. Winterbottom)Edward MacDowell, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
No. 3, At an Old Trysting Place (Arr. F. Winterbottom)Edward MacDowell, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
No. 7, From Uncle Remus (Arr. F. Winterbottom)Edward MacDowell, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
No. 9, By a Meadow Brook (Arr. F. Winterbottom)Edward MacDowell, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
No. 2, Willo' the Wisp (Arr. F. Winterbottom)Edward MacDowell, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
The Midnight CryDonald Grantham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon
Wondrous LoveDonald Grantham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon
ExhilarationDonald Grantham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon
The Soldier's ReturnDonald Grantham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon
Chester Leaps In (1997 Version)Steven Bryant, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon
I. Battlestar of the Andromeda NebulaDavid R. Gillingham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
II. Eveningstar of the Magellanic CloudDavid R. Gillingham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
III. Earthstar of the Milky WayDavid R. Gillingham, North Texas Wind Symphony, Dennis Fisher
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