Immerse yourself in the captivating world of William Mathias with his compelling album, "Mathias: Piano Concertos Nos. 2 & 3 and Ceremony After a Fire Raid." Released on October 20, 2017, this choral masterpiece is a testament to Mathias' extraordinary compositional prowess. The album features live performances of his renowned Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 13, and Piano Concerto No. 3, Op. 40, each showcasing a blend of technical brilliance and emotional depth. The concertos are followed by the hauntingly beautiful "Ceremony After a Fire Raid, Op. 63," a three-movement work that explores themes of grief and resilience. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 9 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience. Recorded and released by Ty Cerdd, this collection is a must-explore for fans of classical and choral music, providing a profound glimpse into the artistic vision of William Mathias.
Tracks
Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 13: I. Molto moderato, sempre flessibile (Live)William Mathias, Llŷr Williams, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Grant Llewellyn
Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 13: II. Allegro molto vivace (Live)William Mathias, Llŷr Williams, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Grant Llewellyn
Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 13: III. Lento molto e flessibile (Live)William Mathias, Llŷr Williams, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Grant Llewellyn
Piano Concerto No. 2, Op. 13: IV. Allegro alla danza (Live)William Mathias, Llŷr Williams, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Grant Llewellyn
Piano Concerto No. 3, Op. 40: I. Allegro energico (Live)William Mathias, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Moshe Atzmon
Piano Concerto No. 3, Op. 40: II. Adagio, sempre flessibile - Vivace - Adagio (Live)William Mathias, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Moshe Atzmon
Piano Concerto No. 3, Op. 40: III. Allegro con brio (Live)William Mathias, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Moshe Atzmon
Ceremony After a Fire Raid, Op. 63: I. Myselves the Grievers Grieve. Lento molto (Live)William Mathias, Chris Williams, Andrea Porter, Matt Hardy, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Adrian Partington
Ceremony after a Fire Raid, Op. 63: II. I Know Not Whether Adam or Eve. Andante (Live)William Mathias, Chris Williams, Andrea Porter, Matt Hardy, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Adrian Partington
Ceremony after a Fire Raid, Op. 63: III. Into the Organpipes and Steeples. Allegro moderato e maestoso (Live)William Mathias, Chris Williams, Andrea Porter, Matt Hardy, BBC National Chorus of Wales, Adrian Partington
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