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School of Music Releases “Centennial Chimes”

Posted on August 29, 2024

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The School of Music, University Bands, and University Orchestras are proud to announce the release of their latest recording project titled Centennial Chimes. A celebration of the School’s 100th anniversary (1921–2021), this new album features the UNCG Wind Ensemble, Casella Sinfonietta, and Symphony Orchestra in premiere recordings of four new works composed for the occasion.

Dr. Jonathan Caldwell, director of bands, and Dr. Kevin Geraldi, former director of instrumental ensembles, spearheaded the project and served as executive producers. Dennis Hopson, from the UNCG School of Music, served as the recording engineer, and Brad McMillan, also from the UNCG School of Music, designed the cover art.

Centennial Chimes was released by Soundset Recordings and is available for streaming on Apple Music, Spotify, Amazon Music, and YouTube (links below).

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