Immerse yourself in the timeless genius of Gustav Holst with "Holst Essentials," a comprehensive collection that spans over two hours of orchestral mastery. This album, set to release on December 7, 2024, under the UME - Global Clearing House label, is a celebration of Holst's enduring legacy in the classical music world. Featuring 37 tracks, "Holst Essentials" showcases some of the composer's most iconic works, including selections from his renowned suites, "The Planets," and other beloved compositions.
The album opens with pieces from Holst's Suite No. 1 and Suite No. 2 for Military Band, offering a rich tapestry of marches, intermezzos, and chaconnes that highlight the composer's versatility and innovation. Fans of Holst's orchestral works will delight in the inclusion of "The Planets," a suite that explores the astrological characters of the planets, each movement imbued with Holst's unique harmonic language and vivid imagery. From the martial intensity of "Mars, the Bringer of War" to the ethereal beauty of "Neptune, the Mystic," this suite is a cornerstone of the classical repertoire.
"Holst Essentials" also features Holst's "Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra," a delightful exploration of the orchestra's various instruments, and "Music for the Royal Fireworks," a suite commissioned for a grand outdoor performance. The album concludes with the hauntingly beautiful "In the Bleak Midwinter," a choral piece that showcases Holst's gift for melody and harmony.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Holst's music, "Holst Essentials" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. This album is a testament to Holst's enduring influence and a fitting tribute to his remarkable body of work. So, sit back, relax, and let the music of Gustav Holst transport you to a world of sound and beauty.
Tracks
Suite No. 1 for Military Band in E-Flat Major, Op. 28, H. 105: II. IntermezzoGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Suite No. 1 for Military Band in E-Flat Major, Op. 28, H. 105: III. MarchGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Suite No. 1 for Military Band in E-Flat Major, Op. 28, H. 105: I. ChaconneGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Suite No. 2 for Military Band in F Major, Op. 28, H. 106: I. MarchGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Suite No. 2 for Military Band in F Major, Op. 28, H. 106: II. Song Without WordsGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Suite No. 2 for Military Band in F Major, Op. 28, H. 106: III. Song of the BlacksmithGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Suite No. 2 for Military Band in F Major, Op. 28, H. 106: IV. Fantasia on the DargasonGustav Holst, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Fantasia in G Major, BWV 572: II. GravementJohann Sebastian Bach, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: I. OuvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: II. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: III. La paixGeorge Frideric Handel, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: IV. La réjouissanceGeorge Frideric Handel, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351: V. Minuet - TrioGeorge Frideric Handel, Frederick Fennell, The Cleveland Symphonic Winds
The Planets, Op. 32: I. Mars, the Bringer of WarGustav Holst, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: VI. Uranus, the MagicianGustav Holst, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: VII. Neptune, the MysticGustav Holst, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. B, OboesBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. C, ClarinetsBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. D, BassoonsBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. E, ViolinsBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. F, ViolasBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. G, CellosBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. H, DoublebassesBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. I, HarpBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. J, HornsBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. K, TrumpetsBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. L, Trombones & TubaBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: Var. M, Timpani & PercussionBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra, Op. 34: FugueBenjamin Britten, Paavo Järvi, Cincinnati Symphony Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: II. Venus, the Bringer of PeaceGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: III. Mercury, the Winged MessengerGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: IV. Jupiter, the Bringer of JollityGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: V. Saturn, the Bringer of Old AgeGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: VII. Neptune, the MysticGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Brighton Festival Chorus
In the Bleak MidwinterGustav Holst, Robert Shaw, Robert Shaw Chamber Singers
The Planets, Op. 32: I. Mars, the Bringer of WarGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
The Planets, Op. 32: VI. Uranus, the MagicianGustav Holst, André Previn, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra
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