This album, titled "REST: Music for Wind Band," was recorded at Weigel Auditorium in Columbus, Ohio, across several dates in January and February 2011.
Performer Biography
The Ohio State University Wind Symphony, conducted by Russel Mikkelson, is recognized as one of the country's elite wind bands and is committed to commissioning new music for winds.
Performer Biography
Russel C. Mikkelson, the conductor for this album, serves as Director of University Bands at The Ohio State University and chairs its graduate conducting program.
Performer Biography
Brian Cheney, the tenor soloist on this album, is a protégé of legendary tenor Jerry Hadley and has performed concert works and oratorio throughout the United States since his Carnegie Hall debut in 2007.
Album & Artwork
The album features a largely American program, centering on two works by Frank Ticheli: "Rest," dedicated to conductor Russel Mikkelson's father, and "Symphony No. 1."
Recording & Production
Milton Allen, the Associate Director of Bands at The Ohio State University, served as guest conductor for one track and associate producer for the album.
