Celebration (Conducted by Bandmaster Gordon Ward)

The Salvation Army's New York Staff Band welcomed former bandsman and deputy bandmaster Gordon Ward to conduct "Celebration" at their annual concert at the Cathedral of the Incarnation in Garden City, New York on May 10 2017.

[@derekharrison5464]

Always a very inspiring ending

[@stevehonz4012]

Excellent live recording!

[@derekbrevitt2759]

James last

[@brianadamson2335]

Nothing like James Last. A different sound altogether. This fine Festival march was written by the late Major Les Condon A fine Christian gentleman and Salvationist composer. He played EEb bass in the ISB and was a brilliant player. He wrote many great pieces for brass band. His devotional pieces brought great blessings to many people around the world.

[@thomspeakman8733]

A tad slow

[@avpmobi]

I would say perfect speed, having played it with Gordon at Tylney Hall music school under the baton of the composer.

[@avpmobi]

It's written 112 this is 109. Within range of error. There is a tendency to play SA marches far too fast.

[@irenecase7786]

The tempo was perfect for Les Condons ' Celebration' the venue was at the Cathedral of the Incarnation, i believe the bandmaster was being respectful as I know Les would have been.