A Cruel Angel’s Thesis (Neon Genesis Evangelion) // Magnificent Danger

Composed by Neko Oikawa, Toshiyuki Ōmori, and Hidetoshi Satō
Arranged by Ed Goroza

This is our take on one of the gold standards of anime music, Neon Genesis Evangelion’s “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis.” We’ve been recording a lot of music over the past few months, and this is the first of many videos you’ll see this year. We’re releasing new videos all year, so stay tuned!

Magnificent Danger is a collective of mobile brass and percussion dishing out weird and funky mashups of iconic tunes from your favorite video games and anime. The band's eclectic fusion of big band, New Orleans second line, riot jazz, funk, and hip-hop creates a bizarre but danceable party appreciated by musicians and nerds alike.

Andrew McPherson - Trombone Soloist

Lucas Paquette - Alto Sax
Marta Siemieniaka - Alto Sax
Cameron Glass - Tenor Sax
Caleb Rawlinson - Bari Sax

Jay Souweine - Trumpet
Justin Ward - Trumpet
Michaela Olson - Trumpet
Nathan Powers - Trumpet
Zack Wong - Trumpet

Andrew Collins - Trombone
Andrew McPherson - Trombone
Daniel Gu - Trombone
Connor Higgins - Bass Trombone
Ed Goroza - Bass Trombone

Benjamin Ruesch - Sousaphone
Brian Arsenault - Snare Drum, Cymbals, Toms
Natalia McDermott - Aux Percussion
Nathan Weber - Bass Drum

Production - Lucas Paquette, Ed Goroza, Andrew Collins
Recording Engineer - Dylan Foley
Editing, Mixing & Mastering - Lucas Paquette
Video Production & Editing - Erica Arsenault
Camera - Erica Arsenault, Brian Arsenault, Ashley Enderlin, Daniel Gu, Cameron Glass
Project Management - Cameron Glass

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[nathanweber]

Yo I saw these goons play at PAX east last year and it was AWESOME I hope to see them live again soon!

[linkwannabe]

I heard you guys at MAGfest and I'm SO glad I caught this live in the atrium! I was just about foaming at the mouth when the chorus hit. Amazing work!

[philipbudihard]

I love this.
"Get into my playlist, song"

[maximilianwilfinger]

the sousaphone bell cam never disappoints

[Smorgan]

I walked into this performing live at MAGfest.... Great Job!

[blitzwolf]

i found this on a random google search due to me being obsessed with jazz and anime. exactly what i was looking for, excellent job! the trombone solo was amazing!

[vontaday]

You guys were amazing last night at magfest night 1

[IAmPhantomStuff]

5 Stars. "Magnificent. So magnificent some might say it's... Dangerous!"

[lauraolson]

Loved watching this!! Such beautiful music. Great talent!!

[joannaolson]

a great cover of a great song!! y'all are killing it as always 😉

[Artms_]

This is great! Is it on Spotify? I can't find it and I would love to put it on my playlist! :D

[thomascraciun]

Amazing! It’s awesome seeing you guys doing something you really enjoy. Marta and Mr. Powers you both were awesome!

[samuelcouture]

How can I get the music sheets ( this is not a joke )