Norwegian composer Ola Gjeilo is an emerging star in the realm of choral works and also with music for Wind Band. Similar to his earlier band works Meridian and The Spheres Serenity is based on a successful choral work. Beautifully arranged by J. Eric Wilson along with the composer this version for wind band maintains all the wonder and magic of the original work.The opening is ethereal and som…

Meridian comes very much out of the composer's love for ostinato or groove-based music. Other diverse influences include the World Music-infused jazz of Keith Jarrett and Jan Garbarek as well as the symphonies of Shostakovich. This exciting and creative work is written with a consistent rhythmic drive throughout and features a prominent role for Piano.

(Windependence Series Master Level). By Ola Gjeilo. For Concert Band (Score and Parts). Boosey and Hawkes Concert Band. Grade 4. Softcover. Published by Boosey and Hawkes

(Windependence Series Master Level). By Ola Gjeilo. For Concert Band (Score). Boosey and Hawkes Concert Band. Grade 4. Softcover. 36 pages. Published by Boosey and Hawkes