Short bio David Maslanka
Birthday:
1943 in New Bedford, MA
Died:
2017
Genre:
Classical
Period:
Contemporary, Modern
Full biography David Maslanka
David Maslanka (August 30 , 1943 - August 7, 2017) was an American composer of Polish descent , known for his work in wind ensemble music. He received his Bachelor's and Master's degrees in music composition from the Oberlin Conservatory of Music and his doctorate from Michigan State University.
Maslanka began his career as a freelance composer in Missoula, Montana in 1990, where he remained until his death. He wrote music for a variety of ensembles, including works for orchestra, chamber ensembles, and wind ensembles. However, he is best known for his wind ensemble music, particularly his works for symphonic wind ensemble.
Maslanka's music is heavily influenced by mysticism, nature, and the human spirit, and it often contains themes of struggle and redemption. Some of his notable works include "A Child's Garden of Dreams," "Give Us This Day," and "Symphony No. 4." His works have been performed around the world and have won numerous awards.
Maslanka was also a noted teacher and speaker, and he taught at a number of institutions during his career, including Sarah Lawrence College, New York University, and Kingsborough Community College. He was known for his dedication to his students and his commitment to helping them grow as artists and individuals.
David Maslanka passed away on August 7, 2017 at the age of 73, leaving behind a powerful legacy of music and inspiration.
Albums featuring David Maslanka
| # | Сover | Name album | Year | Music label |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  |
David Maslanka, Jeremy Reynolds (2), Heidi Brende Leathwood, Yumi Hwang-Wiliams, Basil Vendryes – The Red Door - Clarinet Works by David Maslanka(2×CD, Album) | 2021 | Albany Records |
| 2 |  |
David Maslanka, Michael Fleming (5), Middle Tennessee State University Wind Ensemble, Martin Gaines, Rubén Darío Gómez (2), C. Allen Kennedy, Manuel Monge-Mata, Reed Thomas (2) – David Maslanka (Music For Wind Ensemble)(CD, ) | 2020 | Toccata Classics |
| 3 |  |
Biedenbender, Garrop, Maslanka, UMASS Wind Ensemble, Matthew Westgate, Jonathan Hulting-Cohen, Nadine Shank – Quicksilver(CD, Stereo) | 2020 | MSR Classics |
| 4 |  |
David Maslanka • Aaron Perrine • Kevin Walczyk, University Of Kansas Wind Ensemble • Paul W. Popiel, University Of Kansas Men's Chorus • Paul Tucker (15), University Of Kansas Jazz Ensemble I • Dan Gailey – Freedom From Fear: Music For Wind Band(CD, ) | 2020 | Naxos |
| 5 |  |
David Maslanka, Oregon State University Wind Ensemble, Christopher C. Chapman, Oregon State University Chamber Choir, Corvallis Repertory Singers, Steven Zielke, Oregon State University Bella Voce, Sandra Babb, Amy Hansen (2), Nicolai Strommer – Mass(2×CD | 2019 | Mark Masters |
| 6 |  |
David Maslanka, Western Illinois University Wind Ensemble, Mike Fansler, John McMurtery, Moisés Molina – The River Of Time(CD, ) | 2019 | Navona Records |
| 7 |  |
David Maslanka, University Of Utah Wind Ensemble, Scott Hagen – The Music Of David Maslanka Volume 4: Symphony No. 10(CD, Album) | 2018 | Mark Masters |
| 8 |  |
Maslanka, Magnuson, Paul Nolen, Iridium Saxophone Quartet, Stephen K. Steele, Illinois State University Wind Symphony – Saxophone Concertos(CD, Album) | 2018 | Albany Records |
| 9 |  |
Schwantner • Maslanka • Bryant • Jonathan Yarrington • Jackie McIlwain • The University Of Southern Mississippi Wind Ensemble • Catherine A. Rand – Alchemize | 2017 | Naxos |
| 10 |  |
David Maslanka, Utah Wind Symphony, Scott Hagen, Dr. Adam Frey – The Music Of David Maslanka Volume 3: Hymn For World Peace(CD, Album) | 2017 | Mark Masters |
| 11 |  |
David Maslanka - University Of Utah Wind Ensemble, Scott Hagen, Myroslava Hagen – The Music Of David Maslanka Volume 2(CD, ) | 2015 | Mark Records |
| 12 |  |
Maslanka, Escaich, Piazzolla, Barber, Anemos Saxophone Quartet – Through Time(CD, ) | 2013 | SonicAngel |
| 13 |  |
Maslanka, Ellerby, Husa, Goto, Milburn, Sierra, North Texas Wind Symphony, Eugene Migliaro Corporon – Ciphers(CD, ) | 2012 | GIA WindWorks |
| 14 |  |
CanAm Piano Duo, David Maslanka, Libby Larsen, Witold Lutoslawski – This Is The World(CD, ) | 2012 | Albany Records |
| 15 |  |
David Maslanka, Carlos Franzetti / Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele – O Earth, O Stars(CD, Album) | 2012 | Albany Records |
| 16 |  |
David Maslanka / Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele, John Koch – Symphony No. 9(CD, Album) | 2012 | Albany Records |
| 17 |  |
Ewazen, Cichy, Husa, Maslanka, Philharmonia À Vent Wind Orchestra, John Boyd (4) – Celestial Dancers(CD, ) | 2010 | Klavier Records |
| 18 |  |
Roy Magnuson, David Gillingham / David Maslanka, Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele – Seeking, Seeking / Summer Of 2008 / Symphony No. 3(CD, Album) | 2010 | Albany Records |
| 19 |  |
Daugherty • Maslanka • Rouse, Glenn Basham, Tim Conner, Frost Wind Ensemble At The University Of Miami, Gary Green (2) – Wolf Rounds(CD, Album) | 2010 | Naxos |
| 20 |  |
David Maslanka, Illinois State University Symphonic Winds, Stephen K. Steele – Unending Stream of Life(CD, Compilation) | 2009 | Albany Records |
| 21 |  |
David Maslanka / Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele, Stephen Parsons (3), Adriana La Rosa Ransom – Concerto For Trombone and Wind Ensemble, Symphony No. 8(CD, Album) | 2009 | Albany Records |
| 22 |  |
David Maslanka, Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele, David Gresham (2), David Collier (4) – Desert Roads / David's Book(CD, ) | 2008 | Albany Records |
| 23 |  |
David Maslanka, Thomas Sleeper, Craig Morris (3), Frost Wind Ensemble At The University Of Miami, Gary Green (2) – Reflections: Symphony No. 3 / Trumpet Concerto(CD, Album) | 2007 | Naxos |
| 24 |  |
David Maslanka, Dallas Wind Symphony, Jerry Junkin – Garden Of Dreams(CD, HDCD, Album) | 2006 | Reference Recordings |
| 25 |  |
David Maslanka - Appalachian Symphony Orchestra, James Allen Anderson – Living Earth(CD, ) | 2006 | Albany Records |
| 26 |  |
David Maslanka / Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele, Alexandra Mascolo-David, Steven Hesla – Concerto for Piano, Winds and Percussion; Concerto No. 2 for Piano, Winds and Percussion; Testament; Traveler; Symphony No. 4(2×CD, Album) | 2005 | Albany Records |
| 27 |  |
David Maslanka, David Gillingham - University Of Miami Wind Ensemble, Gary Green (2) – Illuminations(CD, ) | 2004 | Albany Records |
| 28 |  |
David Maslanka / Illinois State University Wind Symphony – Symphony No. 5(CD, Album) | 2002 | Albany Records |
| 29 |  |
David Maslanka, Robert Stern, Joseph Turrin, Michael Daugherty / University Of Massachusetts / Amherst Wind Ensemble, Malcolm W. Rowell, Jr. – Wind Currents(CD, Album, Stereo) | 2002 | Albany Records |
| 30 |  |
David Maslanka / Bergen Wind Quintet – Wind Quintets Nos. 1-3(CD, Album) | 2002 | BIS |
| 31 |  |
David Maslanka, The Missouri Quintet, Janice Wenger – Music For Winds(CD, Album) | 2001 | Albany Records |
| 32 |  |
Maslanka, Joseph Lulloff, Drew Lang, University of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg Hanson – Concertos(CD, ) | 2000 | Albany Records |
| 33 |  |
David Maslanka / University of Arizona Wind Ensemble, Gregg I. Hanson, Kelland Thomas – Hell's Gate(CD, Album) | 1998 | Albany Records |
| 34 |  |
Benson • Maslanka – Eastman American Music Series Volume 2(CD, Album) | 1997 | Albany Records |
| 35 |  |
Dan Welcher, David Maslanka, Blake Wilkins, Michael Hennagin, SoundStroke, Richard C. Gipson – Twilight Offering Music(CD, ) | 1996 | Albany Records |
| 36 |  |
Mass(2×CD, Album) | 1996 | Albany Records |
| 37 |  |
David Maslanka, Central Michigan University Percussion Ensemble, Robert Hohner – Percussion Music Of David Maslanka(CD, Album) | 1996 | Albany Records |
| 38 |  |
David Maslanka, University Of Massachusetts / Amherst Wind Ensemble, Malcolm W. Rowell, Jr. – A Child's Garden Of Dreams / Symphony No. 2(CD, Album) | 1996 | Albany Records |
| 39 |  |
David Maslanka, The Missouri Quintet – Wind Quintets(CD, Album) | 1995 | Cambria |
| 40 |  |
David Maslanka, William Penn (2) - The University Of Connecticut Symphonic Wind Ensemble, Gary Green (2) – UConn Premieres(CD, ) | 1992 | Novisse |
| 41 |  |
Hiller / Yttrehus / Maslanka – A Portfolio For Diverse Performers And Tape / Quintet / Three Pieces For Clarinet And Piano(LP) | 1980 | Composers Recordings Inc. (CRI) |
| 42 |  |
David Maslanka, Kimberly K. Archer, Illinois State University Wind Symphony, Stephen K. Steele, John Koch, Tracy Koch, David Strand – Procession Of The Academics / A Carl Sandburg Reader / Symphony No. 3(CD, Album) | - | Albany Records |
| 43 |  |
A Child's Garden Of Dreams / Sea Dreams - Concerto For Two Horns & Wind Ensemble(CD, Stereo) | - | Albany Records |
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