Credits:

Tsunobue Shudan Tokyo (Horn Ensemble)

Description:

Harmonia: Japans World-Class Horn EnsembleThe Horn EnsembleFormed in 1981 when a group of young horn players active in Tokyo came together, the Horn Ensemble now consists of horn players who are active on the front lines, including members of the Tokyo Kosei Orchestra and the principal horn player of the NHK Symphony Orchestra. For 20 years since its formation, the group has held annual concerts featuring a truly diverse program. From premieres of commissioned works to a segment featuring improvised instruments thatfor some reason (?)always elicit laughter, their performances have garnered attention from horn players and members of wind ensembles, particularly junior and senior high school students. This album, *Harmonia*, feels as though it captures one of their live concerts exactly as it wasits packed to the brim with the charm of the horn. Particularly interesting a