Torstein Aagaard-Nilsen

Fantasia

This work was commissioned by Midtun Skoles Musikkorps (Bergen) and their conductor Christian Breistein. This is one of the best school bands in Norway, consisting of members up to 19 years of age.

Aagaard-Nilsen did a workshop with the band and recorded every idea the young players came up with. Many of the ideas from the kids became musical elements in the piece. The conductor, the person who know every member's skills best, made sure that every member got a part they could actually play.

Fantasia was premiered at the Norwegian Wind Band Championships for School Bands in June 2019.

Fantasia is dedicated to Christian Breistein.