Credits:

Muto Hideaki,The London Philharmonic Orchestra

Description:

This is a collection of representative Japanese marches performed by the world-renowned London Philharmonic Orchestra and conducted by Hideaki Muto. Of particular note is "Astro Boy," written by composer Tatsuo Takai for this album. Please enjoy the sound that has been revived with new charm after half a century. The original arrangements by Ikuma Dan ("Celebration March") and Toshiro Mayuzumi ("Sports March"), who played a central role in the Japanese composers' well in the latter half of the 20th century, are also on CD for the first time. Other arrangements include "Gunkan Koshinkyoku" and "Olympic March," making this a truly "world-class collection of Japanese marches. The brilliant and profound sound of the orchestra brings back to life the marches that have graced the Tokyo Olympics, sports scenes, festive ceremonies, and other important occasions in Japan.