Sketches of Norway

Five works for brass soloists and symphonic band bring together trumpet, horn, euphonium and tuba players from the Staff Band of the Norwegian Armed Forces. In comments reproduced by the label, horn player Ifor James praises Madsen’s affinity for brass, while tuba player Michael Lind highlights his melodic writing and knowledge of instrumental technique. ^{[1] [2] [3]}

Release information. The original Simax release dates from 2004. Some distribution listings carry a 2010 date.

Performers: Staff Band of the Norwegian Armed Forces, Bjørn Sagstad (conductor), Nils-Harry Bjerk (trumpet), Steinar Granmo Nilsen (horn), Sverre Stakston Olsrud (euphonium), Bjørn Edgar Beverli (tuba)
Label / catalogue: Simax / Pro Musica · PPC 9049

Track listing

1. Trygve Madsen — Sketches of Norway for Trumpet and Symphonic Band, Op. 65
2. Trygve Madsen — Invitation to a Voyage for Horn and Symphonic Band, Op. 93
3. Trygve Madsen — Concertino for Euphonium and Symphonic Band, Op. 123: I. Allegro
4. Trygve Madsen — Concertino for Euphonium and Symphonic Band, Op. 123: II. Andante con moto
5. Trygve Madsen — Concertino for Euphonium and Symphonic Band, Op. 123: III. Allegro
6. Trygve Madsen — Introduction and Allegro for Tuba and Symphonic Band, Op. 50
7. Trygve Madsen — Concertino for Trumpet and Symphonic Band, Op. 118: I. Allegro
8. Trygve Madsen — Concertino for Trumpet and Symphonic Band, Op. 118: II. Andante con moto
9. Trygve Madsen — Concertino for Trumpet and Symphonic Band, Op. 118: III. Allegro

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Sources

1. Simax / Grappa: release information
2. Presto Music: catalogue and track listing
3. National Library of Norway

Album cover: Pro Musica / Simax. Photographer/designer unknown. Image source