(2012)On the Air for Symphonic Band (by Grammy®-winning composer Michael Daugherty) is a music fantasy on Arturo Toscanini who conducted the NBC Symphony Orchestra in live radio broadcasts at Rockefeller Centerin New York Cityfrom 1937 to 1954. Born in Parma Italy Toscanini (1867-1954) was internationally recognized as the most gifted conductor of his time famous for his definitive interpretation of operatic and symphonicrepertoire. In 1936 Toscanini wasforced into exile at the height of his career for his refusal to become part of Mussolinis Fascist regime. The 70-year-old sailed across the Atlantic Ocean to the island of Manhattan where hecast his magic spell upon all who heard him conduct.Under his baton the NBC Symphony was heard by millions of listeners and through his live radio broadcasts and recordings “Maestro Toscanini” became a householdname in America. Life magazine reported “The world knowsToscanini as a great conductor with a fearful temper an unfailing memory and the power to lash orchestras into frenzies of fine playing.” In On theAir Michael Daugherty has composed exciting music that captures Toscaninis tempestuoustemperament his musical intensity and the frenzied tempos of his legendary performances. Duration - ca. 6:00
SKU: GI.G-CD-989
UPC: 785147098928.
This latest release in the GIA Composer's Collection series showcases the work of Michael Daugherty. Grammy® award winning composer Michael Daugherty is one of the most commissioned, performed, and recorded composers on the American concert music scene today. His music is influenced by modern, post-modern, and romantic music and is performed extensively throughout the world.  Stunningly performed by the North Texas Wind Symphony, under the direction of Eugene Migliaro Corporon, this recording brings together some the best works of this accomplished composer. The booklet includes extensive liner notes about Michael Daugherty and his contribution to wind band repertoire.  The GIA Composer's Collection offers wonderful recordings of masterworks by some of the most respected wind symphony composers of all time. Contents: Niagara Falls (1997) • UFO (2001): Traveling Music, Unidentified, Flying, ???, Objects • On the Air (2012) • Lost Vegas (2011): Viva, Mirage, Fever • Red Cape Tango (1999) • Brooklyn Bridge (2005): East, South, West, North • Desi (1991) • Vulcan (2014): Pon Farr, Mind Meld, Vulcan's Forge • Bells for Stokowski (2002) • Winter Dreams (2015) • Bizzaro (1993) • Alligator Alley (2003) • Motown Metal (1994) • Rio Grande (2015).
