Hymn for the Lost and Living

Evening Music | May 6, 2010

Originally commissioned for and performed by the wind band at Virginia's Langley Air Force Base, Eric Ewazen's Hymn for the Lost and the Living was written in response to the events of September 11, 2001. Tonight, hear Ewazen, Lebens, Eklund play a concerto arrangement of this work. Also, music from David Soldier and David Diamond.

Also Featured Tonight:

Alma Bazel Androzzo / If I Can Help Somebody
Philip Glass / Concerto for Saxophone Quartet
Arvo Part / Tribute to Caesar
David Diamond / Rounds for String Orchestra
Fred Lehrdal / Quiet Music

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