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Christopher Gunning Concertos deliver
The composer leads the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra in these performances. To me, it seemed as if Gunning was talking directly to me through the soloists and the ensemble. And I liked what he was saying.
#ClassicsaDay #BlackHistoryMonth Wek 4
This time around, I tried to avoid duplication with previous posts. It was easy to do. There is a lot of classical music by persons of color, both in the past as well as the present. A lot.
Airat Ichmouratov Symphony a tonal masterwork
L'Orchestre de la Francophonie has a good recorded sound. The ensemble blend is quite pleasing, and the soloists performed with exceptional musicality. An album of exceptional music, and one I'll be sharing with my anti-modernist friends.
Weber Piano and Orchestral Music in Good Hands
I have heard period-instrument performances of Weber that seem flat. Not here. There's plenty of dynamic contrast. And even though the ensemble has a different color to it than a modern chamber orchestra, it still engages the ear.
Classical Interviews – I-Jen Fang
Dreams of a New Day - Songs of the Black Experience
Will Liverman has a rich, powerful voice that commands attention. He effectively conveys the emotional substance of these works.
Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival Presents Second Virtual Mini-Festival, March 4 - 7
While the full-scale return of live classical music concerts may be months off, local enthusiasts may continue to enjoy the new virtual performances commissioned by the Charlottesville Chamber Music Festival, featuring international artists.
Niccolò Zingarelli Symphonies Surprise
Zingarelli the opera composer brings his skill to these instrumental works. The slow movements especially have beautifully crafted melodies.
#ClassicsaDay #BlackHistoryMonth Week 3
The Classics a Day team has celebrated Black composers before. This time around, I tried to avoid duplication with previous posts. It was easy to do. There is a lot of classical music by persons of color, both in the past as well as the present. A lot.
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