Escape from the Deep by Brian Balmages Band - Score & Sound

Commissioned by the same group that premiered Moscow, 1941, this incredible new work chronicles the World War II miracle involving the only Americans to ever escape from a sunken submarine. Beginning with dark chords and a military field drum, the music evokes thoughts of honor and integrity. As events unfold, tempo becomes much faster and dissonant lines emerge. Excerpts from America occur in various forms, first in adrenaline-packed moments, then in a brief moment of solitude and calm. The final burst of energy portrays the daring escape. An incredible portrayal of courage, leadership, sacrifice, and survival against all odds! (4:45)
Instrumental Recording Credits
Recorded at Omega Studios; Rockville, MD
Edward S. Petersen, conductor
Concert Band: Washington Winds
Jazz Ensemble: Studio A Big Band
String Orchestra: Washington Pops
Engineer: Mark Hood
The FJH Music Company Inc.

[@itzz_da_marsh7]

I remember I was in middle school when I heard this for the first time and it’s one of my favorites

[@optimum6664]

Bro same.

[@bluesteno64]

Me too!!!!!

[@pitykitty3155]

Flute player, played this for District Honor in feb! Was mesmerized when the director told us we were the morse code depiction!

[@theopneustos-eureka]

I'm a flute player, we're playing this in our band, and I love it!
The story behind this song is so beautiful, too.

[@jdgiunta5769]

Yes the story behind it is fascinating

[@ethanfichter]

what is the story?

[@whatdoievenputheretbh]

​@@ethanfichterIt's been 5 months, but a US military submarine trying to avoid being detected by the enemy and blown up..sorry I don't remember much anymore about it,

[@flipperdip4009]

3:55 you’re welcome

[@mxdnightrxse2570]

In percussion, this song is amazing and will stay my favorite

[@Rageslife]

The only downside is when your snare and the need for speed kicks in but it's Soo slow!

[@MoonpeltAlt]

I heard the 7th and 8th grade PEZ band play this. Despite them not doing great on their other songs, this one was amazing! My favorite band song ever is this, I hope to play it someday at a future band concert!

[@light_hadded]

I love this song, my fav 8th grade piece so far.

[@dustinstinson2599]

as a trombonist, this song gives me the chills every time 😂

[@sebastiandjayasukmana3956]

I remember I was in early high school (grade 7) when we played this. The lower brass solo was one of the highlights of my time at band ( I was a tuba player). My conductor passed away recently and I come here to relect on what he did on my career. Thank you Timmins

[@GracefulStudios]

Playing this tonight, wish me luck 🫡

[@TypingWithIsaac]

Currently playing this in my high school band (I'm a first trumpet), great song!

[@lynx__1019]

Same thing for me but I'm a clarinette tho

[@joekiker2296]

Im first trumpet too same song lol

[@Motithedoggo]

ok but im in 7th grade regular band and we also play this song so my teacher said that we are way ahead of our level

[@airplaneborabora]

i know what county you live in

[@thomasfinch6292]

God, played this ten years ago in high school, crazy to see it is still getting performed!

[@bethyy.]

i love how everybody is talking about how they played this song in middle school or highschool but when i played this it was during camp when i was in elementary school (i played field drum)

[@themediocremen1128]

We are playing this in the Kaskaskis Honors Band and I'm so excited for it

[@little_man_2088]

I play clarinet and we're currently learning this song! ☺

[@trinnnn21]

omg same

[@lynx__1019]

I love this music since I first heard it at the start of the school year

[@icegaming4740]

I just played it at my concert. Loved it a lot! Very fun!

[@izzyavb]

i played the timpani for this piece last year for middle school it was my fav i loved playing this

[@Jo3shi9h]

Currently playing this song in my county’s honor band. It’s my favorite piece we’re playing. (I’m euphonium 1)

[@Ajfjwbfkejfkfke]

Ayy euphonium gang 😎

[@bellaforeverme5241]

I play trumpet and I already play this that’s a beautiful melody

[@thomiss92]

i did this in 7th grade 8 years ago ; )

[@sup_boiiiii6550]

The tuba part is actually fun

[@Aydenmarrero]

im trumpet one in this in band its so fun i love it

[@TwiggyTheFenenc]

I'm working on this song in band right now, I'm a Second Chair First trumpet

[@petersenslayer]

117 give me the chills I love it so much

[@bailey8631]

playing this in band

[@scp096sson2]

pro

[@luckylotty6657]

Right now I am going to perform this for a band festival, I remember having not enough time to listen to the story as it is a bit long. Ha.

[@RileyAuger]

I am in middle school rn playing this for our concert

[@TubaTiesTan]

same

[@jdgiunta5769]

Respect the trumpets

[@somerandom5511]

THE TRUMPET PART EATS BABY EATS AND SLAYS MY BABYS ALL TRUMPETS ARE HOT ALL TRUMPET PARTS ARE HOT I JUS LOVE TRUMPET ITS SO GOOD IT SOUNDS AMAZING OMG AND WHEN THEY PLAY IT I SMILE SM AND THIS PEICE ADDS TO THE CAKE ADDS TO IT I LOVE IT SM

[@Scourgymus]

Sounds like avengers

[@grantfowler19]

Romans 10:9