Experience the electrifying performances of the Lone Star Wind Orchestra in their 2015 WASBE San Jose concert album, a captivating live recording that showcases the ensemble's virtuosity and dynamic range. Under the baton of conductor Eugene Migliaro Corporon, the orchestra delivers a powerful and engaging program that spans a variety of styles and moods.
The album opens with "Bells Across the Atlantic," a lively and rhythmic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the concert. The orchestra then takes on Derek Bourgeois' "Promenade 'Walking the Dog'" in a thrilling arrangement for wind ensemble. The centerpiece of the album is Bourgeois' Concerto for Wind Orchestra "Luminosity," a three-movement work that challenges and inspires the ensemble with its intricate rhythms and soaring melodies.
Other highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "An Gé Fhiáin (The Wild Goose)," a traditional Irish melody arranged for wind orchestra, and the playful and energetic "Circus Overture." The album concludes with "Jungla," a vibrant and rhythmic piece that leaves the listener on a high note.
Recorded live at the 2015 WASBE Conference in San Jose, California, this album captures the excitement and energy of the Lone Star Wind Orchestra in their prime. With a duration of over an hour and fourteen minutes, it's a substantial and satisfying listen for any fan of wind ensemble music. The album was released on November 13, 2015, by Mark Records and is a testament to the skill and artistry of the Lone Star Wind Orchestra.