Peter Boyer is one of the most frequently performed American orchestral composers of his generation, widely admired not least for his GRAMMY®-nominated "Ellis Island: The Dream of America" (Naxos 8.559246). The composer writes, "The five works included on this recording represent a cross-section of my orchestral music. 'Three Olympians' reflects my interest in mythology and history. Often I have received invitations to compose music for celebratory concerts, and three of the works included here -- 'Silver Fanfare,' 'Festivities' and 'Celebration Overture' -- were created for such occasions." Symphony No. 1 is a lyrical and rhythmically charged work, dedicated to the memory of Leonard Bernstein.

"Boyer is, without question, a serious talent and a composer to watch." -- ClassicsToday.com

"Boyer can set a scene or create a mood rapidly and unambiguously; he writes with great flair for big orchestras." -- BBC Music Magazine

"Boyer has a gift for melody as well as a knack for generating excitement with a large orchestra, and the combination is a winner." -- Fort Worth Star-Telegram

"'Three Olympians' shows strikingly assured writing for strings, with the central Aphrodite section reminiscent of Leonard Bernstein in its sweet yet angular melodic cast." -- South Florida Sun-Sentinel

"My brother Alexander, sister Nina and I are very touched that Peter Boyer has dedicated his Symphony No. 1 to our father. I know how deeply Peter relates to the music of Leonard Bernstein, as well as to the humanitarian spirit that infuses so many Bernstein compositions. It s gratifying indeed to see our father s influence touching succeeding generations, and continuing to make an impact on our world. We salute Peter, and wish his symphony well!" -- Jamie Bernstein

• The Music of Peter Boyer
• Ellis Island: The Dream of America
• Gliere: Symphony No. 3 'Il'ya Muromets'
• McTee: Symphony No. 1: Ballet for Orchestra; Circuits; Einstein's Dream; Double Play
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