The Wind Ensemble: A Legitimate Entity In Its Own Right

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The Wind Ensemble - A Legitimate Entity In Its Own Right

Classical Music Online, written by Anne Templer

 

"...The variation (and, it has to be said, standard) of music is wide and there is enough repertoire to explore over a lifetime, including pieces written specifically for the medium, orchestral transcriptions, show pieces and large chamber ensembles. But do wind ensembles command the same respect as other musical formations? Are they on the same footing as symphony orchestras, brass bands or big bands yet?"