Embark on a musical journey with the United States Marine Band as they present "Courtly Dances," a captivating album released on May 1, 2011, under the Altissimo label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 12 minutes, this collection is a testament to the band's exceptional skill and versatility. The album features a diverse range of compositions, from the lively "Prodaná nevesta" excerpts to the enchanting "The Firebird Suite" and the elegant "Country Gardens." Each track is meticulously arranged for wind ensemble, showcasing the band's ability to bring classical and contemporary pieces to life. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply appreciate finely crafted compositions, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Prodaná nevesta, Act I: Polka (arr. J.T. Kline) [the Bartered Bride]Bedřich Smetana, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Prodaná nevesta, Act II: Furiant (arr. J.T. Kline) [the Bartered Bride]Bedřich Smetana, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Prodaná nevesta, Act III: Dance of the Comedians (arr. J.T. Kline) [the Bartered Bride]Bedřich Smetana, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Pasquinade, Op. 59 (Arr. E. Leidzen)Louis Moreau Gottschalk, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
4 Fackeltanze: No. 1 in B-Flat Major (Arr. F. W. Wieprecht)Giacomo Meyerbeer, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Sunflower Slow Drag (Arr. J.R. Bourgeois)Scott Joplin, Scott Hayden, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Symphonic Suite, Op. 53a, "Gloriana": Courtly Dance (Arr. J. Bach for wind ensemble)Benjamin Britten, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
The Firebird Suite (excerpts): The Firebird Suite: V. Infernal Dance of King Kashchey [arr. T. Knox]Igor Stravinsky, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Country Gardens: Country Gardens (version for band) [Arr. T. Clark]Percy Grainger, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Matinées musicales, Op. 24: I. March (Arr. T. Knox for wind ensemble)Benjamin Britten, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Matinées musicales, Op. 24: II. Nocturne (Arr. T. Knox for wind ensemble)Benjamin Britten, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Matinées musicales, Op. 24: III. Waltz (Arr. T. Knox for wind ensemble)Benjamin Britten, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Matinées musicales, Op. 24: IV. Pantomime (Arr. T. Knox for wind ensemble)Benjamin Britten, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Matinées musicales, Op. 24: V. Moto perpetuo (Arr. T. Knox for wind ensemble)Benjamin Britten, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
With Pleasure - Dance HilariousJohn Philip Sousa, United States Marine Band
El mundo comedia es, o el baile de Luis Alonso (Arr. F. Zweifel)Jerónimo Giménez, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
Salome, Op. 54, TrV 215: Dance of the Seven Veils (Arr. M. Hindsley)Richard Strauss, United States Marine Band, John R. Bourgeois
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