The Middle Tennessee State University Wind Ensemble, conducted by Dr. Reed Thomas, is recognized as one of the outstanding university ensembles in the U.S. and abroad.
Recording & Production
This album, 'Earthrise', marks the second recording Reed Thomas and the MTSU Wind Ensemble have released on Naxos.
Performer Biography
Reed Thomas, the conductor of the Middle Tennessee State University Wind Ensemble, is a strong supporter of new music, having commissioned over forty compositions since 2003.
Composer Biography
Nigel Clarke, one of the composers on this album, began his musical career as a military bandsman before studying composition at the Royal Academy of Music.
Composer Biography
Jesús Santandreu, a composer on this album, is among Spain's most important jazz musicians and began performing at age fourteen.
Recording & Production
This album features exciting new works by three composers whose backgrounds range from military bands to rock and jazz music.
Composer Biography
Kit Turnbull, another composer on this album, started his musical career as a keyboard player in a rock band before joining Her Majesty's Royal Marines Band Service as a bassoonist.
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