Long recognized as one of the world’s preeminent professional wind ensembles, The United States Air Force Concert Band takes seriously its responsibility to encourage and foster the perpetuation of music for wind ensemble. The compositions on this album feature works commissioned by some of the leading composers in America for the United States Air Force Concert Band. Under the direction of Colonel Lowell E. Graham, American Premieres is a compilation of some of the best concert pieces around today, including “Cloudsplitter Fanfare,” “A Crown, A Mansion, and A Throne,” “Feast of Lanterns,” and the lovely "Evolution," a piece that traces the historical background and progression of musical composition. The United States Air Force Concert Band plays beautifully on the album, making each song an interesting and exhilarating experience. The entire album is full of energy, power and purpose, and as an exciting listen from start to finish, it would make a great addition to your classical musical collection!

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