1996 - Anatomy of Peace

BOA Nationals 1996

To hear the Marching Eagles
performance of Anatomy of Peace,
click on the dove

1996 Awards

Anatomy of Peace is a symphonic composition by Marvin Hamlisch commissioned by the Dallas Symphony Association in memory of Emery Reves. The underlying theme of this "war and peace" composition is summed up in the opening number:

"Some fear the world, they hear the dissonance and say it always will be. I see the world as one community that must be joined by one law".

In this marching arrangement, the theme can be heard throughout the cacophony of the various instrumental sections as they "war" against each other. Eventually, each section is drawn towards the harmony and strength "peace" brings to the finale. The visual effects reinforce the theme of world harmony through peace.

More Pictures from "Anatomy of Peace"

The Marching Eagles also participated in the 1996 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC TV