Composer

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David R. Holsinger

Genre

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Band

Style

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Band Music

Average_duration

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5:54

'American Faces' is a band music composition by David R. Holsinger, an American composer and conductor. The piece was composed in 1996 and premiered on March 1, 1997, by the University of North Texas Wind Symphony, conducted by Eugene Migliaro Corporon. 'American Faces' is a four-movement suite that showcases the diversity of American culture and its people. The first movement, titled "The Face of the American West," is a tribute to the rugged individualism and pioneering spirit of the American West. The movement features a lively and energetic melody that evokes the vast open spaces and the adventurous spirit of the American frontier. The second movement, "The Face of the American Dream," is a tribute to the American Dream and the opportunities that it offers to people from all walks of life. The movement features a soaring melody that represents the hope and optimism that the American Dream inspires. The third movement, "The Face of the American Spirit," is a tribute to the resilience and determination of the American people in the face of adversity. The movement features a haunting melody that represents the strength and courage of the American spirit. The final movement, "The Face of the American People," is a tribute to the diversity and richness of American culture and its people. The movement features a lively and celebratory melody that represents the joy and vitality of American life. Overall, 'American Faces' is a powerful and moving tribute to the American people and their culture. The piece showcases Holsinger's skill as a composer and his ability to capture the essence of American life in music.

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