The world of wind band literature has been enriched by two impressive new releases. With the albums “Kojiki“ by the Ad Hoc Wind Orchestra and “El amor brujo“ by the Symphonic Wind Orchestra Banda Artística de Merza, lovers of symphonic wind music are taken on a multifaceted journey through genres, […]
Musical treasures for wind orchestras: Focus on two exciting new CD releases Weiterlesen »
Elwe Verlag is a Swiss music publisher specializing in the publication of sheet music for wind orchestras and ensembles. Ruh Musik AG took over the distribution of Elwe publishing products last year. Ruh Musik AG is an established music publisher based in Switzerland, offering a wide range of sheet music
Elwe Musikverlag breaks new ground Weiterlesen »
Youth orchestras play a crucial role in musical training and the promotion of young talent. They offer young musicians the opportunity to develop their technical and musical skills and to experience playing together in an ensemble. With regard to the musicainfo.net database, the importance of youth orchestras becomes clear not
On January 10, 2025, one of the biggest rock and pop stars of our time celebrated a milestone: Rod Stewart turned 80 years old. With a career spanning more than six decades, Stewart is not only an exceptional artist, but also a symbol of consistency and passion in the music
Rod Stewart: A life full of music and passion on his 80th birthday Weiterlesen »
The C.L. Barnhouse Company was founded in 1886 by Charles Lloyd Barnhouse in Oskaloosa, Iowa, and is today one of the most renowned music publishers of wind band literature in the world. The publishing house focuses on sophisticated works for concert bands, marching bands and ensembles of all levels. Over
The publisher Barnhouse and its highlights of the 2025 catalogue Weiterlesen »
The world knows the great names of the Strauss dynasty: Johann Strauss (father), the founder of the Viennese waltz tradition, and Johann Strauss (son), the “Waltz King”. But who knows Johann Strauss III? This descendant of the famous family continues the musical legacy of the Strauss dynasty in his own
If Strauss, then all Strauss: Johann Strauss III Weiterlesen »
The new catalog “HaFaBra 2025: New Year Music for Wind Band” takes the tradition of festive New Year’s music for wind band to a new level. The catalog combines classics of the waltz, march and polka literature in magnificent arrangements and is a real treasure trove for conductors and musicians
HaFaBra 2025: A start to the year with musical brilliance for wind orchestras Weiterlesen »
Born in Vienna on March 12, 1930, Hans Hammerschmid, an outstanding composer, arranger and pianist, left behind a musical legacy that radiated far beyond Austria. He died recently at the age of 94. Hammerschmid was a versatile artist whose work was characterized by his pioneering spirit and his ability to
Let it rain red roses for him – on the death of Hans Hammerschmid Weiterlesen »
From July 3 to 6, 2025, Lleida in Catalonia will host the 20th Lleida International Band Festival, in which the FEM Banda competition will also play a central role. This event brings together brass bands and street bands from all over the world to celebrate music on the streets of
*** ADVERTISEMENT **** Christmas Eve at last, the carol Silent Night rings out – and some people sing and play music so wrong (recorder, anyone?) that the Christmas tree bends. Do you know this? 90 percent of Austrians, Germans and Swiss celebrate Christmas and 35 percent of families sing and
