Reynard Burns
Julius P. Williams
Composer, Conductor and Professor Julius Penson Williams (b. 1954) is among the select group of composers and musicians featured at AfriClassical.com. We are pleased to post the Kickstarter appeal of Reynard Burns, whose music would be conducted by Julius P. Williams:
Recording of this orchestral work will provide a musical representation of events in American history that shaped America.
America, Trial and Triumph, is a musical depiction of events in
history that have forced, and continue to have an impact on the
development and shaping of America’s beliefs and goals. Not wanting it
to be the standard patriotic piece with its military tunes and patriotic
themes, I chose tunes from particular periods in history that would
have meaning to everyone, even abroad. It is the type of work that
could be used to present American History, with its successes and
continuing challenges. As an orchestral work, it incorporates a wide
variety of colors and blends to reach its goal. The recurring themes
are intended to inspire continued effort. A narrative is provided that
directs the listener to focus on the history and future direction
embedded in the composition.
Funds raised through Kickstarter
will help produce a live recording by a professional orchestra of
America, Trial and Triumph. Recording of the 12 minute work is scheduled
for the Spring of 2013. Costs for the recording include: musician fees,
engineer and studio fees, mastering and mastering engineer fees, travel
expenses. The estimated budget is $11,000.
I have been fortunate enough to have an offer from the conductor
of the Prague Radio Symphony, to record America, Trial and Triumph. The
recording would then be included in a CD with other orchestral works
and released. The Prague Radio Symphony is one of the most prestigious
orchestras in Europe.
The conductor, Julius Williams, has conducted a
multitude of professional orchestras in the United States and abroad.
He is also an established composer in his own light, with several CD’s
of his own works.
Having a professional recording made by an orchestra of this quality
usually costs upwards of $13,000 plus mastering and marketing. The
Prague Radio Symphony has offered to do it all for $10,500. I am
seeking to raise $8,000 to go towards this recording project.
Thank you for taking the time to read and listen. Music has been a life
long adventure that I hope will never end. My goal is to share my
passion and love of music with all.
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