Album Notes

DANN GLENN
Symphony No. 1
Biblia

This is the first in a series of six symphonic works created by composer Dann Glenn over the past few years, which are now being released. A completely tonal virtual orchestral piece, Symphony No. 1 is an exceptional aural illustration of Glenn's respect for the timeless religious works by the great composers from the 18th Century; including Mozart, Beethoven, Wagner, Brucker, and Mahler.

Glenn's use of choir and tubular orchestral bells helps celebrate the daunting, age-old subject of communal with ones higher power. A valuable work by an earnest composer, Symphony No. 1 gives the listener a beautiful voyage into the past, while also leaving them with an optimism for the future. Not only for the ears, but also for the spirit, Symphony No.1 is an engaging experience, for all who love great music.

Apart, each of his six symphonies stand on their own merit, both in compositional technique and approach as unique works of art. Though there are some vast differences between this first symphony and his next five, they are all still interconnected and interdependent. Maestro Glenn adheres to strict classical protocols with Symphony No.1, whereas with all of his following works, the words "modern" or "contemporary" barely even begin to shed light on the subject.

Simply put, Symphony No.1 is an extraordinary musical masterpiece sure to endure the ages.