Towers of Power
Timothy McAllister (saxophone), Brian Luce (flute), Jonathan Haas (timpani), Gary Cook (timpani), University of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Greg I. Hanson (conductor)
A stunning program of works for soloists with wind ensemble is presented in this recording made by the University of Arizona Wind Ensemble. Acclaimed saxophonist Timothy McAllister performs a work by Daniel McCarthy inspired by the funk-horn band, Tower of Power. Brian Luce, a superlative flutist, performs in one of a handful of works written for flute with wind ensemble, while the great Jonathan Haas is joined by timpanist Gary Cook in performing Glass' work for 14 timpani with wind ensemble, creating a new sound out of the incredibly large sonorities.
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Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| Towers of Power: Chamber Symphony No. 4 | Daniel McCarthy | Timothy McAllister, saxophones, Univ. of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, conductor |
| Concerto for Flute and Wind Ensemble | Antony Plog | Brian Luce, flute, Univ. of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, conductor |
| Concerto Fantasy for Two Timpanists and Orchestra | Philip Glass | Jonathan Haas, Gary Cook, timpanists, Univ. of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, conductor |
Reviews
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"The students at Arizona have an understated professionalism and confidence that belies their years."
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"...the UA Wind Ensemble sounds great. It is refreshing to hear that this new transcription [of Concerto Fantasy for Two Timpanists and Orchestra] has captured the energy and excitement of Glass' music for wind ensemble."
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