Episode 633, Karel Husa's 100th

On this episode of Wind & Rhythm, we celebrate the 100th birthday of Czech-born composer Karel Husa.  We’ll play many of his wind band pieces, including his composition, “Music for Prague 1968.”  Hear that and more, right here, at the gathering place for people who love band music.

by Karel Husa

Apotheosis of This Earth 
​II. Tragedy
  University of North Texas Wind Symphony,
  Eugene Migliaro Corporon

Les Couleurs Fauves (Vivid Colors)
I. Persistent Bells
  University of North Texas Wind Symphony,
  Eugene Migliaro Corporon

Divertimento for Brass and Percussion
I. Overture (1953),
II.  Scherzo (1958),
III. Song (1958),
IV. Slovak Dance (1958)
  University of North Texas Wind Symphony,
  Eugene Migliaro Corporon

Smetana Fanfare
  Rutgers University Wind Ensemble, William Berz

Music for Prague 1968
I. Introduction and Fanfare: Adagio,
II. Aria: Moderato Molto, 
III. Interlude: Misterioso,
IV. Toccata and Chorale: Vivace
  Eastman Wind Ensemble, Donald Hunsberger