Esprit de Corps was originally commissioned by the United States Marine Band of Washington, D. C. , Col. John R. Bourgeois, conductor. Based upon The Marine's Hymn, Esprit de Corps is a kind of fantas...
In the words of the composer, Robert Jager, the steady feel and rhythm of a march are somewhat distorted by measures of unequal time values. It is a delight to finally offer this distinguished and tim...
Jager - Grades 3-5
A staple of the concert band repertoire, found on many state lists.
Referring to the founder of Pennsylvania, William Penn, this suite of three appealing settings reflects on the origins and character of this state. The suite opens with the lighthearted 6/8 setting Pu...
Robert Jager's adventuresome work is inspiried by the awesome presence of the Vietnam memorial in Washington, D. C. Jager's contemporary approach explores new musical territory for mature wind band an...
Wonderfully lyric and sensitivly scored, here is a marvelous tone poem in celebration of music itself. Filled with rich melodies and sonorous harmonies. (duration: ca. 7:45)
