Christopher Austin and the Brunel Ensemble devote considerable energy to promote modern and contemporary music; their 1996 performances of works by Robert Saxton, Elisabeth Lutyens, John McCabe, and Malcolm Williamson show the musicians' wide embrace of all styles, techniques, and expressions; and this well-balanced CD is intelligently arranged to give the extremely varied works a clear presentation. Saxton's starkly dramatic Elijah's Violin provides a firm mooring for the program, and its bracing dissonant counterpoint and ...
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Christopher Austin and the Brunel Ensemble devote considerable energy to promote modern and contemporary music; their 1996 performances of works by Robert Saxton, Elisabeth Lutyens, John McCabe, and Malcolm Williamson show the musicians' wide embrace of all styles, techniques, and expressions; and this well-balanced CD is intelligently arranged to give the extremely varied works a clear presentation. Saxton's starkly dramatic Elijah's Violin provides a firm mooring for the program, and its bracing dissonant counterpoint and somber orchestration contrast well with the more delicately atmospheric or dazzling pieces that follow. McCabe's Red Leaves is perhaps the most accessible of these for its tonal references, and its attractive English horn solo evokes the autumnal moods of New England rather effectively. The Symphony No. 7 for strings is also likable for its bright, neo-Classical flavor, and Williamson's admirable craftsmanship is everywhere in evidence. Lutyens, however, is the most fascinating...
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Add this copy of Red Leaves to cart. $5.64, good condition, Sold by Goodwill of Orange County rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Santa Ana, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by Signum UK.
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Good. This item has very light surface scratches that do not affect the use of the disc/s. This is a USED item and case may have light wear. All items unless otherwise noted will include disc, case, and artwork. Codes have been used. Other contents such as booklets may vary, please inquire for details. All items ship Monday-Friday within 2-3 business days.
Add this copy of Red Leaves to cart. $20.39, new condition, Sold by Importcds rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Sunrise, FL, UNITED STATES, published 2005 by Signum UK.
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Elisabeth Lutyens; John McCabe; Malcolm Williamson; Robert Saxton. New. New in new packaging. USA Orders only! Brand New product! please allow delivery times of 3-7 business days within the USA. US orders only please.
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