Experience the rich tapestry of Scandinavian musical heritage with "Scandinavian Winds," a captivating album by the Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band. Released on January 1, 1998, this collection showcases the band's versatility and mastery of wind ensemble arrangements, offering a diverse range of compositions that span from classical marches to popular tunes.
The album opens with "Drottning Viktorias Präsentiermarsch," setting the stage for a journey through various musical styles and eras. Fans of Broadway will appreciate the inclusion of "Anthem" from the musical "Chess," while those with a penchant for traditional Swedish music will enjoy tracks like "Britta Polka" and "Den förlorade sonen: Drottningens av Saba festmarsch." The album also features international favorites such as "Jalousie 'Tango tzigane'" and "The Final Countdown," each reimagined for the wind ensemble.
With a duration of just over an hour, "Scandinavian Winds" is a testament to the band's skill and the enduring appeal of the music they perform. Whether you're a fan of classical marches, Broadway show tunes, or popular hits, this album offers something for everyone. The Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band's meticulous arrangements and dynamic performances bring each piece to life, making "Scandinavian Winds" a standout addition to any music collection. The album is released under the Nilento Records label.
1998 Nilento Records1998 Nilento Records
Tracks
Drottning Viktorias PräsentiermarschTraditional, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Anthem (From "Chess") [Arr. for Wind Ensemble]Benny Andersson, Björn Ulvaeus, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Britta Polka, JLW 59 (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Hans Christian Lumbye, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Sigurd Jorsalfar, Op. 22: No. 5, Hyldningsmarsj (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Edvard Grieg, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Musik skall byggas utav glädje (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Lill Lindfors, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Jalousie "Tango tzigane" (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Jacob Gade, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Bojarernes indtogsmarsch (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Johan Halvorsen, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Fanfare & Chorale, Op. 54b (Version for Wind Ensemble)Egil Hovland, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Den förlorade sonen: Drottningens av Saba festmarsch (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Hugo Alfvén, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Guldet blev till sand (From "Kristina från Duvemåla") [Arr. for Wind Ensemble]Benny Andersson, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Aladdin, Op. 34, FS 89: Orientalisk festmarsch (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Carl Nielsen, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
The Final Countdown (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Joey Tempest, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Finlandia, Op. 26 (Arr. for Wind Ensemble)Jean Sibelius, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen
Vid dagens slutOwe Green, Royal Swedish Army Conscript Band, Mats Janhagen