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Title	Gruss aus Bosnien (Bosna selamlik)
Category	Concert/wind/brass band
Subcategory	Concert march
Instrumentation	Ha (concert/wind band)
Format	PrtStm (full score and parts)
Publisher's article no.	KL 1980
Year of publication	2007
Price	49.00 EUR (incl. 10 % Austrian VAT)
Composer	Wagnes, Eduard
Arranger	Scherzer, Eduard
Opus no.	op.101
Difficulty level	3+
Additional info/contents	The march "Greetings from Bosnia" by Eduard Wagnes, along with its arrangement by Eduard Scherzer, is more than just a piece of military music. It is a significant cultural document that interweaves historical events, national identities, and military traditions. Through its use within the framework of the Austrian Signal Battalion 1 and during the changing of the guard of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian Infantry Regiment 1, the march remains an important part of the collective memory and cultural identity of both the military units and the region of Bosnia and Herzegovina.
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Programme notes: The March "Greetings from Bosnia" by Eduard Wagnes: Musical Heritage and Historical Significance The march "Greetings from Bosnia," composed by Eduard Wagnes, is an outstanding example of military music and its profound connection to historical events and cultural identities. Wagnes, then bandmaster of the Two Bosnians, created this march as a tribute to the troops who fought at the Battle of Monte Meletta-Fior on June 7, 1916, during the First World War. This was not just a musical work; it also became a symbol of a specific military pride and a celebration of the achievements of many soldiers during this challenging time. The "Greetings from Bosnia" was written in a specific historical context, when Bosnia and Herzegovina was under the influence of the Habsburg Monarchy. The region experienced a tragically turbulent history, and the march reflects both the military tradition and the cultural heritage associated with the local identity. Wagnes' work not only pays tribute to the Bosnians, but also to the masculinity and courage that accompany soldierly life. Originally called the "Meletta March," the composition pays tribute to the fallen soldiers who lost their lives during a decisive battle. The march's role as the traditional march of the Austrian Signal Battalion 1 in Villach is particularly significant. In this capacity, the march serves not only as part of parades and official occasions, but also as a cultural link that keeps the history and traditions of the units stationed there alive. The use of the march at ceremonial occasions fosters a sense of community within the battalion while honoring its historical roots. #fat in #Arrangement for Wind Orchestra by Eduard Scherzer #fat out # Eduard Scherzer's arrangement of the march contributes to the continuous enrichment of the musical interpretation of the work. Scherzer, himself an accomplished composer and arranger, succeeded in adapting the characteristic melodies and rhythms of the original for a wind orchestra, thus giving the march a broader scope for performance, both in military and civilian contexts. This arrangement makes the work accessible to a new generation of musicians and listeners. In addition to its use in the Signal Battalion, the march is also used in ceremonies such as the changing of the guard of the Bosnian-Herzegovinian Infantry Regiment 1 in Vienna. These ceremonies are not only military protocols but also embody a form of cultural remembrance and honoring the past. The performance of the "Greetings from Bosnia" in this context creates a bridge between the historical achievements of this regiment and today's military identity. Musically, the march also has a deeper cultural significance for Bosnia and Herzegovina. The "Bosna Selamljik" (roughly "Bosnian Greeting") symbolizes the solidarity of the people of this region and the blend of their cultural traditions. The composition and its associated military history reflect the complex identity of Bosnia and its inhabitants. The march represents hope, remembrance, and honor and contributes to keeping the region's centuries-old traditions and cultural heritage alive. Quelle/Source: musicainfo.net (KI)

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