This exciting and descriptive work is written in three movements representing six different tropical fish each with its own motif and individual character. I. Allegretto grazioso (Neon Tetra, Electric Eel and Angelfish), II. Andante/Adagio (Sea...
This piece for Ben van Dijk in memory of his father Piet was commissioned by the Dutch Composers Fund at the request of the New Trombone Collective. The world premiere was during Slide Factory 2007 in Rotterdam, performed by Ben van Dijk and the...
This new work by Johan de Meij consists of a set of metamorphoses on a theme from Tchaikovsky's well-known Andante cantabile (from String Quartet No. 1 in D). Tchaikovsky stated, “Never have I been so proud of my creative powers as when Leo...
This melodic hymn was commissioned by the town of Margraten in Limburg, The Netherlands for the celebration of the 25th anniversary of the Margraten Municipality. The work was premiered at a large gala concert on November 24, 2007. Dur: 5:30Recorded...
'The Planets' remains one of the most memorable of 20th century orchestral works, including this rich and solemn hymn from the fourth movement, 'Jupiter, the Binger of Jollity.' Johan de Meij's adaptation for symphonic band is quite suitable for...
This monumental work, inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's literary masterpiece, is a challenging and uniquely rewarding composition for the advanced concert band. The first movement is a musical portrait of the wizard Gandalf, one of the principal...
This monumental work, inspired by J.R.R. Tolkien's literary masterpiece, is a challenging and uniquely rewarding composition for the advanced concert band. The fifth movement expresses the carefree and optimistic character of the Hobbits in a happy...