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Paul Wranitzky Works for Oboe -- Works for Me!
The Wranitzky Kapelle, directed by Marek Stilec provides solid support for the soloists. The ensemble plays with clarity. And also with a spritely energy that keeps things moving.
WorldView Episode 15: Edward Elgar’s 165th Birthday
#ClassicsaDay #PrideMonth Week 1
For the month of June, Classics a Day celebrates Pride Month. And the challenge is to post works from classical composers who self-identified as other than heteronormative.
Johann Vanhal Symphonies, Volume 5 -- More, please!
Czech Chamber Philharmonic Orchestra Pardubice turns in another set of fine performances. Under Michael Halász's direction, the ensemble has a nice, full sound.
The Silver Screen Soundtrack Hour: Swords and Sandals
This week’s episode of The Silver Screen Soundtrack samples a variety of music from the Swords and Sandals genre, including works by Enzo Masetti, Hans Zimmer, Bernard Herrmann, and many more.
Bacewicz and Tansman Piano Quintets --Three Takes on Neoclassicism
Bacewicz and Tansman are woefully underrepresented in performances. Especially given the quality of their compositions. Give this release a listen. I think you'll agree.
Johann Heinichen Dresden Vespers hit sweet spot
Not completely operatic, not completely pared-down Protestant, nor completely overblown Catholic. Heinichen's music sits at the intersection of all three, in an undeniably sweet spot.
WorldView Post: Episodes Fourteen
#ClassicsaDay #UkrainianClassics Week 4
The challenge is to post music from Ukrainian composers. Some were subjects of Imperial Russia. Others were citizens of the USSR. And some live in the independent nation of Ukraine.
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