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ENSEMBLES 2025

The Tivoli Youth Guard

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The Tivoli Youth Guard, a world-renown ensemble steeped in tradition, proudly represents both Tivoli Gardens and Denmark on the world stage. Their iconic uniform, with its striking black bearskin hat, vibrant red jacket, and crisp white trousers, commands joy and respect wherever they perform. The Tivoli Youth Guard is composed of three distinct corps. The Tivoli Guard, founded in 1844 by Tivoli's founder, Georg Carstensen, became the world's first youth guard and an instant success. Today, it remains one of Tivoli's oldest attractions and is still active.

 

 

 

Gregers Thue Bast Nisson

Gregers Thue Bast Nisson

Conductor

Gregers Thue Bast Nisson, 15 years old. Gregers has been a member of the Tivoli Youth Guard since 2017. As Conductor he is responsible for the band’s musical direction. At concerts and events he ensures that tempo, balance and expressions are on point, and he is part of the first row of musicians when marching parades. During rehearsals he works closely with the group to shape their overall sound.

 

 

Lucas Juel Facius

Lucas Juel Facius

Captain

Lucas Juel Facius, 16 years old. Lucas has been a member of the Tivoli Youth Guard since 2019. Lucas is the Captain and member of the Color Guard. He serves as an honorary leader and plays a central role in drills and performances. The Captain gives orders, keeps everyone in line and leads by example. During rehearsals he supports the instructors and represents the group at official events. This role calls for a strong sense of responsibility, excellent oversight and effective teamwork skills.

 

 

Marius Fink-Jensen

Marius Fink-Jensen

The Drum Major

Marius Fink-Jensen, 17 years old. Marius has been a member of the Tivoli Youth Guard since 2021. As Drum Major he is positioned at the very front of the parade and leads the marching of the guard. As Drum Major he provides the visual cues needed to set the tempo, execute turns and musical changes, all signaled by the mace. He ensures the coordination between the marching and the music, and plays a key role in the guard's visual presentation.

 

 

 

Celebration Program

 

Martin Holtegaard   Det Muntre Hjørne, Wellerman & Karavanen
Franz Von Suppé   Ouverture Leichte Kavallerie, Arr. Stig Gustafson
Donald Bridger   The Shanghai Salior - Soloist: Frej E. A. Christiansen
Astor Piazolla   Liebertango, Arr. Henrik Madsen
H.C. Lumbye   Champagne Galop
Axel Frederiksen   Københavner March

 

 

Additional Concerts Program

 

Martin Holtegaard   Det Muntre Hjørne, Wellerman & Karavanen
Composer   Royal Danish March surprise
Franz Von Suppé   Ouverture Leichte Kavallerie, Arr. Stig Gustafson
Martin Holtegaard   Silent drill
Larry Neeck   Concerto for Drumset
John Williams   John William Symphonic Marches, Arr. John Higgins
Martin Holtegaard   Jazz
Michael Jackson   Heal the world, Arr. Mogens Andresen
H.C. Lumbye   Champagne Galop
Axel Frederiksen   Københavner March