Julie Giroux's Symphony No. 5 'Elements' is dedicated to the memory of Patricia Page Van Abs, a woman remembered for being capable, strong-willed, and compassionate.
Performer Biography
Many members of the Eastern Wind Symphony are music educators in the New Jersey public school system, while others are freelance musicians or work in various professions.
Performer Biography
Todd Nichols, the Artistic Director for the Eastern Wind Symphony, has guest conducted the United States Army Field Band and is an advocate for new compositions, supporting over 20 commissions.
Performer Biography
The Eastern Wind Symphony has performed at prestigious venues such as Carnegie Hall, the John F. Kennedy Center, and the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
Recording & Production
This album, 'Elements', was recorded from June 28th to July 1st, 2018, at Richardson Auditorium, Alexander Hall, Princeton University.
Performer Biography
The Eastern Wind Symphony is a professional-level ensemble of approximately 65 musicians, founded in 1996, dedicated to performing wind and percussion literature.
Compositional Technique
In the 'Sun' movement of Symphony No. 5 'Elements', composer Julie Giroux researched the sun's science, including its age, lifespan, and atomic makeup, to inform her composition.
You might also enjoy...
Dempster / Gamper / Oliveros: Traffic Prayers / Deep Hockets / The Last Chances / Mairzy Doats / Cage, C.: 4' 33'' / Variations Ii
