Ivan Meylemans, one of the conductors on this album, was previously the principal trombonist of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra before pursuing a full-time conducting career in 2007.
Recording & Production
The album was recorded at the Concertgebouw Amsterdam on various dates between January 2011 and December 2013.
Performer Biography
The Brass of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra was formed in 2003 when the orchestra's annual US tour was cancelled, leading to an invitation for the brass section to perform there.
Recording & Production
This recording was made possible by the enthusiastic financial support of the Els Mosler Fund.
Album & Artwork
The title "Brass Too" is a pun referring to the idea that works by Shostakovich and Piazzolla, not originally for brass, sound fantastic as brass arrangements.
Performer Biography
Kurt Masur, one of the conductors on this album, played a significant role in the peaceful demonstrations in 1989 that led to Germany's reunification.
Album & Artwork
This album, "Brass Too", is a sequel to the successful first CD recording by the Brass of the Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, released seven years prior.
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