Perhaps the highlight number on that concert was Symphonic Movement, by Czech-American composer Vaclav Nelhybel (pronounced "Nellybell"). Here is a LINK to a recording of that piece done by the Western Illinois band.
Vaclav Nelhybel
Thursday, September 19, 2013
Arkansas Tech Band at Ann Arbor in 1967
The Arkansas Tech Symphonic Band has had an influence and reputation far disproportionate to the size of the school. This was very much due to the leadership of Mr. Gene Witherspoon, known as "Chief," who was the director during the 1950's through the 1970's. The landmark event in the history of the band was their performance at the College Band Directors National Association meeting at Ann Arbor, Michigan, in 1967. A record was made of their concert, and I used to have a copy. I would love to get another.
Perhaps the highlight number on that concert was Symphonic Movement, by Czech-American composer Vaclav Nelhybel (pronounced "Nellybell"). Here is a LINK to a recording of that piece done by the Western Illinois band.
Vaclav Nelhybel
Perhaps the highlight number on that concert was Symphonic Movement, by Czech-American composer Vaclav Nelhybel (pronounced "Nellybell"). Here is a LINK to a recording of that piece done by the Western Illinois band.
Vaclav Nelhybel
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