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Soka Gloria Wind Orchestra

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A definitive collection featuring two commissioned works and live recordings from regular concertsThis is the first original album in nine years from the Soka Gloria Wind Orchestra, which has won 12 gold medals at the All-Japan Band Competition and continues to enjoy a brilliant career. Aisei Nakahashis Kikurosis, commissioned in 2017, and Chang-soo Kos Chorale and Toccata, commissioned in 2018, were newly recorded specifically for this album. The album also includes a selection of live recordings from regular concerts conducted by Mutsuo Nakamura, marking his 10th anniversary as the orchestras conductor. From Respighis dignified yet powerful Belkis to Pinali, an early work by Chang Su-shui that is rarely performed, each piece showcases the Soka Gloria Wind Orchestra at its very best. Also worth noting is Wind Patterns (original edition), featuring Hiroshi Hoshina as guest conduct