The Symphonic Winds ensemble has actively commissioned new works and participated in collaborative commission projects with composers like Michael Torke, David Maslanka, David Gillingham, and Jack Stamp.
Composer Biography
Charles L. Booker, Jr.'s compositions have been performed internationally by many high schools, universities, and professional bands, including The Army Band 'Pershing's Own' and the U.S. Army Field Band.
Performer Biography
Symphonic Winds is the top wind ensemble at New Mexico State University, comprising music majors and non-majors, including graduate students.
Composer's Artistic Vision
The composer Charles L. Booker, Jr. dedicated Symphony No. 1 'Prophecy' to his father and based it on verses from the Bible, with each movement describing a spiritual concept.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded in May 2007, using AKG C-414 TL-II microphones and a Yamaha O1v24 mixer, recorded to an Alessis Masterlink ML-9600.
Composer Biography
Charles L. Booker, Jr., the composer featured on this album, is an Associate Professor and Director of Bands at the University of Arkansas Fort Smith and a former U.S. Army Bandmaster.
