
Concert Band
Minerva
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Minerva by Jan Van der Roost was composed on the commission of the German “Musikverein Braunshausen” on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of the orchestra. The composition, first performed on September 17, 1999, is not a street march but a concert march, just like Mercury and Arsenal. The use and variation of different rhythmic patterns gives the first part of this march a distinctly dynamic character. Two main themes are presented in several instrumental combinations. The theme from the trio, on the other hand, is characterized by a broad melodic approach using large intervals. This theme, wreathed by high woodwinds, is heard one more time after a contrasting new part, but now in a somewhat slower tempo. The counterpoint in this part refers to the first part of the march. The brilliant ending suits a festive anniversary march!

See also
The Wind Music of Jan Van der Roost Vol. 5
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Victory
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Minerva - Choral Nostalgique - Victory - Marche au Supplice (March to the Scaffold) - Humanos - Carnival Day - Prima Luce - Dance of the Little Swans (from Swan Lake) - Nun ruhen alle Wälder - Was mein Gott will, das ...
Absalon
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- NO LONGER AVAILABLE- (only iTunes)
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Minerva
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