Affirmations and Aspirations is the first orchestral CD release from Mark John McEncroe. It includes a symphonic suite in four movements, accompanied by two symphonic poems, a collection of works which take inspiration from all genres of musical endeavours. McEncroe's aim is to create an emotional response to his compositions, as is echoed in the titles of his works.

These superb recordings are performed by The Janacek Phillharmonic Orchestra in Ostrava, in the Czech Republic. Conducted by Anthony Armore with orchestration by Mark J Saliba.

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The CD includes Fanfare Suite, a symphonic suite in four movements and two symphonic poems.