In Greek mythology Boreas is the God of the North Wind. When thinking of the north wind we particularly think of the bleak wind coming from the freezing cold north but in Homers' work we see a more varied picture. As shown in the following two stories Boreas often does play the role of a storm wind that blows forth heavy dark clouds while whipping up the dark waves of the tempestuous sea to mountainous heights. When the stake of the fallen Patroclos refuses to burn Achilles begs for some wind. When Iris the swift messenger of the Gods asks the winds for assistance they raise themselves up with tremendous roaring and rush to Troy. Upon theirarrival they blow the divine fire of Patroclos' stake far up into the sky. When Troy was destroyed the Greeks returned home. After many wanderings Odysseus however ends up with the beautiful nymph Calypso who keeps him as a prisoner. As ordered by Zeus Calypso frees him and sends him off on a handmade wooden raft. At sea Odysseus is threatened by the aggressive sea god Poseidon who stirs up the winds and thrashes the waves with his trident. The goddess Athena stems the violence of all the winds except for the north wind and thus it is Boreas who sends Odysseus to the land of the hospitable Phaiakes. Jan Bosveld composed Boreas for OLTO a music association in Loenen The Netherlands for which he had served as conductor for many years. Turbulent movement in both tempo and dynamics characterize this composition. The result is a whirling piece that races by in a positive manner. Boreas is in de Griekse mythologie de god van de noordenwind. Bij noordenwind denken wij vooral aan de gure wind uit het ijskoude noorden bij Homerus echter zien we een meer gevariëerd beeld. Natuurlijk speelt Boreas zoals uit de twee onderstaande verhalen blijkt meestal de rol van de stormwind die de zware zwarte wolken voor zich uit blaast en de donkere golven van de onstuimige zee torenhoog opzwiept.

The Dutch composer Harrie Janssen composed 'Adventures of the Beaume' to mark the 50th anniversary of his parents wedding. The composer of the march his memories of the family home and in particular the occupation of his parents. The Janssen family earned a living as inland carriers. 'Beaume 'was the name of the ship of his parents. The first part of the march describes the adventures they experienced before the lock to reach the port of Antwerp. To get here was by the law of the strongest and brutal. The father of the composer had in this much support from the oldest daughter of the family. The themes in the trio reflect the carefree youth the pleasant atmosphere and the warmth and dedication in Janssen's home.

A mainstay of the concert repertoire and a popular choice for contests and festivals. Featured in the medley are: Listen to the Mocking Bird; Dixieland; Camptown Races; John Brown's Body; Dixie; Battle Cry of Freedom; Maryland My Maryland; When Johnny Comes Marching Home; Just Before the Battle Mother; Marching Through Georgia; The Yellow Rose of Texas and Battle Hymn of the Republic.

Michael uses When Johnny Comes Marching Home and Battle Cry of Freedom combined with original music to create a dramatic musical montage commemorating the 75th anniversary of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington and now the 200th birthday of Lincoln himself. Dur 4:10

In this composition the composer gives an impression of the village square where all the young people gather. In four movements he takes us along to his home town: 1. Folkdance - Moments of happiness freedom from worries and optimism 2. Sunday Afternoon - a musical picture of a quiet day 3. Hide 'n Seek - time for sports and games 4. Saturday Night Fever - the sounds of a Saturday can also be heard on the square

A Gettysburg Remembrance-Commemorating the 150th anniversary of the Battle of Gettysburg this medley of Civil War-era tunes is cast in a unique and appealing setting for young bands. The Girl I Left Behind Me (tin whistles are optional) WhenJohnny Comes MarchingHome and the tender Johnny Has Gone for a Soldier express longing and hope for loved ones far away. In contrast Battle Cry of Freedom and Battle Hymn of the Republic inspire feelingsof patriotic resolve and courage. Arousingly effective work! (Grade 2.5) Dur: 5:10