Ernest Bloch - Bloch: Suite for Viola and Orchestra - Vaughan Williams: Flos Campi (LP)

Ernest Bloch's "Bloch: Suite for Viola and Orchestra - Vaughan Williams: Flos Campi" is a captivating classical album released on January 1, 1991, under Centaur Records, Inc. This album showcases Bloch's remarkable compositional skills through a four-movement suite for viola and orchestra, each movement offering a unique blend of emotional depth and technical virtuosity. The suite begins with "Lento - Allegro - Moderato," setting a contemplative yet lively tone, followed by the playful "Allegro ironico." The third movement, "Lento," brings a sense of introspection, while the final "Molto vivo" concludes the suite with energetic fervor. Complementing Bloch's suite is Ralph Vaughan Williams' "Flos Campi," a serene and evocative work that adds a pastoral charm to the album. Clocking in at just under an hour, this album is a testament to Bloch's enduring influence in the classical music realm, offering a rich and varied listening experience.