"Frederick Fennell & Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra" is a captivating orchestral album released on June 22, 1996, under the Kosei Publishing Company label. This album showcases the exceptional collaboration between the renowned conductor Frederick Fennell and the esteemed Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, a group that has been performing under its current name since 1973.
The album features 17 tracks, spanning a total duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, and is a testament to the rich diversity of orchestral music. It includes a mix of symphonic suites, traditional dances, and folk-inspired pieces, all meticulously performed and recorded live at prestigious venues in Tokyo, such as Fumon Hall and Shinjuku Bunka Center.
Highlights of the album include the "Symphonic Suite" series, which showcases the orchestra's versatility and technical prowess, and the "Suite of Old American Dances," which offers a delightful journey through classic American dance music. The album also features variations on a Korean folk song, demonstrating the orchestra's ability to blend cultural influences seamlessly.
Frederick Fennell, who served as the Conductor Laureate for the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra from 1996 until his passing in 2004, brings his extensive experience and artistic vision to this recording. His collaboration with the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra results in a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive, making this album a valuable addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
Florentiner March - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Symphonic Suite I. Intrada - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Symphonic Suite II. Choral - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Symphonic Suite III. March - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Symphonic Suite IV. Antique Dance - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Symphonic Suite V. Jubilee - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Symphonic Movement - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Suite of Old American Dances I. Cake Walk - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Suite of Old American Dances II. Schottische - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Suite of Old American Dances III. Western One-Step - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Suite of Old American Dances IV. Wallflower Waltz - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Suite of Old American Dances V. Rag - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Variations on a Korean Folk Song - Recording at Fumon Hall, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
First Suite in E-flat for Military Band I. Chaconne - Recorded Live at Shinjuku Bunka Center, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
First Suite in E-flat for Military Band II. Intermezzo - Recorded Live at Shinjuku Bunka Center, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
First Suite in E-flat for Military Band III. March - Recorded Live at Shinjuku Bunka Center, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
Wedding Dance - Recorded Live at Shinjuku Bunka Center, Tokyo, 1982Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra, Frederick Fennell
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