La Melodia della Fantasia
Music for Wind Band,

La Melodia della Fantasia

Recorded (live) by Koninklijk Bevers Harmonie Orkest, Beveren-Leie (B) – conducted by Bert Decavel.

Was composed in 2009. I found inspiration for this work in this photo full of atmosphere of a landscape. Without knowing where or what it is or perhaps just because of this lack of knowledge, I could give my fantasy full rein.

I have attempted to translate the atmosphere summoned up by the picture into a musical dream world. The colour tones of a wind orchestra (wind band) are especially suitable for this. The diverse solo passages in the whole orchestra eventually lead to a great climax, after which the work end in silence, as if the landscape of the photo disappears behind the horizon.

Demo Score: ➞ Melodia della Fantasia (or watch the video above)

Publisher: Janssen Music

La Melodia Mémorable
Music for Fanfare Band, Music for Wind Band

La Melodia Mémorable

Was composed in 2010 and is a large-scale work which recalls memorable moments. This work can be used in concerts as well as in memorial services.

Two complementary themes alternate in various ways and co-operate, in a sort of cortège, working towards a grandiose climax, after which the piece ends in silence. A beautiful composition, masterfully orchestrated.

Recording: by Musique Militaire Grand-Ducale, Luxembourg (L) – conducted by Captain Jean-Marie Thoss.

Full Recording: CD ➞ “One Day at Sea”

Demo Score: ➞ La Melodia Mémorable (wind band version), → La Melodia Mémorable (fanfare band version)

Publisher: → Bronsheim Music

Just Working Off
Music for Fanfare Band, Music for Wind Band

Just Working Off

Is a work in three movements for a Fanfare Orchestra, which throws some light on the phenomenon stress.

1st movement:  Stress

2nd movement:  Cooling Down (just catching your breath)

3rd movement:  Working Off (dealing with stress)

Recording: (live) by Fanfare “Brass-aux-Saxes” Westerlo (B) – conducted by Jan van Hove.

Demo Score: ➞ Just Working Off 

Publisher: → Bronsheim Music