Towers of Power
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A stunning program Ñ three magnificent works for wind ensemble with soloists.

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.
Contents:
Daniel McCarthy, composer
Towers of Power: Chamber Symphony No. 4
Timothy McAllister, saxophones, Univ. of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, conductor

Antony Plog, composer
Concerto for Flute and Wind Ensemble
Brian Luce, flute, Univ. of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, conductor

Philip Glass, composer
Concerto Fantasy for Two Timpanists and Orchestra
Jonathan Haas, Gary Cook, timpanists, Univ. of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, conductor

Review:
"The students at Arizona have an understated professionalism and confidence that belies their years." (American Record Guide)

"...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." (Percussive Notes)
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