Formats and Editions
1. Dmitri Shostakovich (1906 - 1975): Festive Overture, Op. 96 (Arr. By Peter Lawrence):
2. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756 - 1791): Die Zauberflöte, K. 620:
3. Gioachino Rossini (1792 - 1868): La Scala Di Seta: Overture (Arr. By Enrique Crespo)
4. Gioachino Rossini, Christoph Willibald Gluck (1714 - 1787): Alceste, WQ. 44:
5. Giuseppe Verdi (1813 - 1901): Overture:
6. Carl Maria Von Weber (1786 - 1826): Abu Hassan, J. 106: Overture03:34
7. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Le Nozze Di Figaro, K. 492: Overture0
8. Gioachino Rossini: La Gazza Ladra:
9. Michail Glinka (1804 - 1857): Ruslan and Lyudmila: Overture
More Info:
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the internationally acclaimed German Brass ensemble, the album "Overtures" is set to release this September. This milestone collection features a captivating program of opera overtures, showcasing the ensemble's extraordinary talent and versatility. Listeners will be treated to stunning renditions of Verdi's "Nabucco," Mozart's "Le nozze di Figaro," Shostakovich's "Festive Overture," and many more timeless masterpieces. Each performance captures the grandeur and emotion of these beloved works, brought to life by the ensemble's impeccable artistry. In recognition of their outstanding contributions to classical music, German Brass was awarded the prestigious ECHO-KLASSIK in 2016. To mark their 50th anniversary, the ensemble will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2024, bringing their celebrated performances to audiences around the world.