A Band for John
More wind music today on the Composers Datebook, this time describing the events which led to Sousa leaving the Marine Band to form his...
New York Times: The Score
In a never-ending search for new material for this blog- material that embodies the character and interests of the UMD Wind Orchestra, I...
DBR, part II
Below is bio of the modern violinist/composer phenom Daniel Bernard Roumain (DBR). He will be performing a new piece commissioned by UMWO...
DBR
Our March 29th concert will feature one of today's most interesting characters in classical music: Daniel Bernard Roumain (or DBR). This...
Stravinsky's Obituary
I've recently come across Igor Stravinsky's Obituary written by Donal Henahan, and printed in the New York Times upon the composer's...
Conductor Highlight: Robert Austin Boudreau
Robert Austin Boudreau is a singular figure in the world of professional conductors. He is the founder and conductor of the American Wind...
Cuts to the Military Bands
Last week a question was raised in Washington regarding whether or not to continue the funding for our nations Military ensembles at...
Conductor Profile: Keith Brion
As a tribute to the 4th of July holiday weekend, today's post will feature Keith Brion, one the foremost scholars/conductors of the music...
Conductor Profile: Frank L. Battisti
It is important to, once in a while, step back and recognize how the wind ensemble has grown in popularity and has become the focus of...
A Focus on Ken Ueno
Although at first glance this unique composer may not seem to belong on a blog dedicated to the wind band, but actually, Ken Ueno is...
