Collaborations: U of M Symphony Band
  U of M Symphony Band
  Michael Haithcock, Conductor

The University of Michigan Symphony Band has long been a symbol of artistic excellence.  From the era of William D. Revelli (1935-1971) through the recently concluded tenure of H. Robert Reynolds (1975-2001) the sound of this magnificent ensemble has inspired performers, conductors, and composers to explore the band as a medium for the highest levels of artistic expression.

Ensembles under Haithcock’s guidance, have received a wide array of critical support for their high artistic standards.  Charles Ward of the Houston Chronicle wrote: “Haithcock consistently created a lyrical effect—a smooth line and a seamless flow of sound.” A review of recent recordings in Winds magazine proclaimed: “programming and execution of this calibre ought to be available worldwide ... musically impressive, giving a sense of elation.” A review in the American Record Guide praised the “professional manner with which the group delivers ... they show great skill and understanding in presenting a program of complex new music.”

ARTISTS
Fritz Kaenzig	Tuba Soloist on 3–5
Larry Teal Saxophone Quartet Christopher Blossom - soprano Brian Sacawa - alto Bobby Streng - tenor Erik Rönmark - baritone	Saxophones on 6
Chilali Hugo - harp Jennifer Hooker - alto flute Dan Karas - timpani Olman Piedra - drumset Tim Michling - English Horn Aaron Hill - oboe Kevin Sylves - double bass Harry Ong - bass clarinet Nicole Turney - pans	Additional Soloists on 6

TRACKS
1	Polka Nation (1996) (Evan Chambers -BMI)	11:23
2	O Magnum Mysterium (1994) (Morten Lauridsen / arr. H. Robert Reynolds -ASCAP)	6:24
3-5	Concerto for Tuba (1998) (Eric Ewazen / arr. Virginia Allen -ASCAP)	18:16
6	Urban Requiem for Four Saxophones and Wind Orchestra (1995) (Michael Colgrass -ASCAP)	27:44
7	Prelude in Eb Minor (1933) (D. Shostakovich / arr. H. Robert Reynolds -SACEM)	2:36
8	Folk Dances (1942) (D. Shostakovich / arr. H. Robert Reynolds -SACEM)	4:20
Total Playing Time		70:43