The Music of David Maslanka

The Music of David Maslanka

Best known for his wind ensemble compositions, David Maslanka studied composition with Joseph Wood and did masters and doctoral study in composition at Michigan State University under H. Owen Reed. Maslanka has published nearly 130 works, of which are forty pieces for...
SIBF 2016 – Test Pieces Announced!

SIBF 2016 – Test Pieces Announced!

The Wind Bands Association of Singapore (WBAS) recently announced the test pieces for the 5th biannual Singapore International Band Festival (SIBF) that will take place from 26 to 31 July 2016. For more information on SIBF, visit their website at www.sibf.sg!...
The Life of Fennell

The Life of Fennell

(1) With much gratitude to Rissho- Kosei-kai and Maestro Fennell. If I was to sum up the charm of Frederick Fennell’s music in a single phrase, that will be “overwhelming presence”. Fennell (during his first visit to Japan) appeared for his first rehearsal session in...