The United States Marine Band presents "The Bicentennial Collection, Vol. 3: Historic Soloists," a captivating compilation of timeless classics and enchanting melodies. Released on July 13, 2011, under the Altissimo label, this album spans a little over an hour, offering a rich tapestry of musical brilliance.
Featuring a diverse array of compositions, from the lively "Flight of the Bumble-Bee" to the serene "Beautiful Colorado," this collection showcases the United States Marine Band's exceptional skill and versatility. The album includes arrangements of beloved works such as "Samson et Dalila" and "Rigoletto," as well as original pieces like "Short and Sweet Polka" and "Premier Polka." Each track is meticulously crafted, highlighting the band's ability to bring depth and nuance to every performance.
With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "The Bicentennial Collection, Vol. 3: Historic Soloists" is a testament to the United States Marine Band's enduring legacy and their commitment to musical excellence. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply appreciate finely crafted compositions, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
2011 Altissimo2011 Altissimo
Tracks
Night SoliloquyKent Kennan, Donald Peck, United States Marine Band
Tale of Tsar Saltan, Op. 57: III. The Flight of the Bumble-Bee (Vivace) [arr. For wind ensemble]Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Fantaisie brillante on Verdi's RigolettoLuigi Bassi, Harold Malsh, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Beautiful ColoradoJoseph Deluca, Kenneth Douse, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Serenata, Op. 6, "Rimpianto" (Arr. For wind ensemble)Enrico Toselli, Kenneth Douse, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Short and Sweet PolkaThomas V. Short, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Premier PolkaEdward Llewellyn, Arthur Whitcomb, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Samson et Dalila, Op. 47: My Heart at Thy Sweet Voice (Arr. For wind ensemble)Camille Saint-Saëns, Arthur Whitcomb, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Fantasia CapricciosoWinfred Kemp, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
La joyaEdward L. Masters, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Stars in a Velvety SkyHerbert Clarke, Robert Dehart, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Somewhere a Voice Is CallingArthur Tate, Robert Dehart, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Hungarian Melodies (Magyar Dallamok)Vincent Bach, Charles Erwin, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Carnival of VeniceDel Staigers, Fredric Erdman, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Variations on Believe Me If All those Endearing Young CharmsSimone Mantia, Arthur W. Lehman, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
StarlightArthur Pryor, Dale Harpham, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Thoughts of LoveArthur Pryor, Robert Isele, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Piece ConcertanteSamuel-Alexander Rousseau, Robert Isele, United States Marine Band, Anonymous
Annie LaurieArthur Pryor, James Erdman, United States Marine Band, Anonymous