Composer

:

David Maslanka

Genre

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Band

Style

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Band Music

Compose Date

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1991

Average_duration

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47:47

Movement_count

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5

Movement ....

Symphony No. 3 is a band music composition by David Maslanka, an American composer known for his works for wind ensembles. The symphony was composed in 1991 and premiered on April 17, 1992, by the University of Miami Wind Ensemble, conducted by Gary Green. The symphony consists of three movements, each with its own distinct character and musical themes. The first movement, marked "Moderate," begins with a slow, mournful melody played by the low brass and gradually builds in intensity and complexity. The movement features a variety of textures and timbres, including a hauntingly beautiful solo for the alto saxophone. The second movement, marked "Very Slowly," is a meditation on the theme of death and transcendence. The movement begins with a simple, hymn-like melody played by the flutes and gradually builds in intensity and complexity, culminating in a powerful climax featuring the full ensemble. The third and final movement, marked "Fast," is a lively and energetic dance that draws on a variety of musical styles, including jazz, rock, and classical music. The movement features a number of virtuosic solos for various members of the ensemble, including the trumpet, saxophone, and percussion sections. Throughout the symphony, Maslanka employs a wide range of musical techniques and styles, including complex harmonies, intricate rhythms, and unconventional instrumental combinations. The result is a powerful and emotionally charged work that showcases the full range of the wind ensemble's capabilities. Overall, Symphony No. 3 is a masterful work of band music that demonstrates Maslanka's skill as a composer and his deep understanding of the wind ensemble as a musical medium. Its premiere in 1992 was met with critical acclaim, and it has since become a staple of the wind ensemble repertoire.

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