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Libera Wind Symphony

Description:

“Sounds of the Concert Hall,” a series launched in May 2006 to showcase the appeal of Japanese composers through wind ensemble music, held its third concert in May 2010 at the former Concert Hall in Ueno Forest. This CD features the live recording of that performance. Once again, the program features a rare and rich selection of works. You cannot truly discuss Japanese composers without listening to this!The repertoire spans a wide range, from pieces composed before World War II in the Showa era to brand-new works by active composers of the Heisei eraall of them energetic masterpieces that inspire the strength to face tomorrow. Yuji Kosekis refreshing and soothing Motorboat Marcha long-lost gem; Shiro Fukais solemn funeral march Sending Off the Heroic Spirits, which left a profound impression on the audience that day; the Symphonic Suite Tokyo Olympics, where you can fully appreciate Ma