Concert of Wind Ensemble — 12 August 2025

Concert of Wind Ensemble presented during the 1st Franco‑Latvian Music Summer Camp in Ventspils, Latvia. Conductors: Daniel Catalanotti & François Bogaert.

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1. Full Concert

Concert of Wind Ensemble — Ventspils Koncertzāle "Latvija". Conductors: Daniel Catalanotti & François Bogaert.
Short transcript — full concert

Program includes an opening miniature overture, speeches by camp leaders, and a varied repertoire from classical excerpts to contemporary arrangements. Highlights: lyrical wind textures, precise brass articulations and an upbeat finale engaging the audience.

2. Concert by chapter (timestamps)

2.1 — 00:00 — Ouverture miniature (Tchaikovsky)

Short transcript — Ouverture miniature

Bright opening with crisp woodwind articulation and a driving percussion pulse. The ensemble establishes a clear rhythmic foundation and energetic motifs that set the concert's tone.

2.2 — 03:20 — Speech of Kate Makrecka

Short transcript — Speech of Kate Makrecka

Kate Makrecka welcomes participants, highlights the camp's cultural exchange goals and thanks partners and volunteers for supporting young musicians.

2.3 — 04:16 — Parisian Life (Offenbach)

Short transcript — Parisian Life

Playful motifs and jaunty rhythms evoke Parisian scenes; woodwinds and light percussion create a lively, theatrical atmosphere.

2.4 — 07:04 — The Sea (Renet)

Short transcript — The Sea

Expansive textures and rolling figures suggest waves; the ensemble uses dynamic swells and layered harmonies to evoke maritime imagery.

2.5 — 10:00 — Lullaby (McKennit, arr. Alexandre Marie)

Short transcript — Lullaby

Gentle, lyrical arrangement featuring solo winds over warm ensemble harmonies; a calm, intimate moment in the program.

2.6 — 15:12 — French Cancan (Offenbach)

Short transcript — French Cancan

Energetic dance with driving brass and precise ensemble hits; a festive, rhythmically charged section that energizes the audience.

2.7 — 17:30 — Oh When the Saints (traditional)

Short transcript — Oh When the Saints

Familiar hymn-like melody arranged for wind ensemble with call-and-response phrasing and warm harmonic support from the group.

2.8 — 20:32 — Happy (Williams)

Short transcript — Happy

Joyful finale with catchy motifs and strong rhythmic drive; the ensemble invites audience participation and closes the concert on an upbeat note.

3. Short transcripts (summary)

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  • 00:00 — Ouverture miniature: Energetic opening with crisp woodwind lines and steady percussion.
  • 03:20 — Speech of Kate Makrecka: Welcome message emphasizing cultural exchange and gratitude to partners.
  • 04:16 — Parisian Life (Offenbach): Playful, theatrical motifs evoking Parisian scenes.
  • 07:04 — The Sea (Renet): Rolling figures and dynamic swells suggesting waves.
  • 10:00 — Lullaby: Intimate, lyrical arrangement featuring solo winds.
  • 15:12 — French Cancan: High-energy dance with bold brass and precise ensemble hits.
  • 17:30 — Oh When the Saints: Hymn-like melody with call-and-response textures.
  • 20:32 — Happy: Upbeat finale with catchy motifs and audience engagement.

4. Credits & Contact

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