Immerse yourself in the profound and intricate world of Peter Maxwell Davies' "Resurrection," a monumental orchestral work that blends drama, narrative, and music into a compelling experience. Released on August 5, 2014, under the prestigious Naxos label, this album spans an engaging 1 hour and 27 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that delve into themes of rebirth and transformation.
The album is structured around a series of prologues and acts, each introducing different characters and scenarios that collectively weave a complex story. From the intimate reflections of family members in the prologues to the grand spectacles of political rallies and revivalist gatherings in the acts, Davies masterfully crafts a narrative that is both deeply personal and universally resonant.
Featuring a diverse cast of characters, including an Abbot, a Minister, a Comrade, and a Doctor, the music oscillates between intimate solos and powerful chorales, showcasing Davies' versatility and depth as a composer. The album culminates in the "Song of the New Resurrection," a triumphant and uplifting finale that encapsulates the album's overarching theme of renewal.
Peter Maxwell Davies, known for his innovative and often controversial compositions, brings his signature style to "Resurrection," creating a work that is as thought-provoking as it is musically rich. Whether you're a longtime fan of Davies' work or a newcomer to his compositions, "Resurrection" offers a captivating exploration of the human experience, set against a backdrop of stunning orchestral arrangements.
Tracks
Resurrection, Prologue: MamPeter Maxwell Davies, Christopher Robson, Henry Herford, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: DadPeter Maxwell Davies, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Henry Herford, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: SisterPeter Maxwell Davies, Della Jones, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: BrotherPeter Maxwell Davies, Gerald Finley, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, Christopher Robson, Henry Herford, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: HeadmasterPeter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: VicarPeter Maxwell Davies, Neil Jenkins, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: DoctorPeter Maxwell Davies, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Prologue: ChoralePeter Maxwell Davies, Christopher Robson, Henry Herford, Della Jones, Gerald Finley, Martyn Hill, Neil Jenkins, Jonathan Best, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection: Transition and Surgeons' Introduction to the ActPeter Maxwell Davies, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Act: Abbot, Minister, Croesus, Comrade SerbskyPeter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Act: Political RallyPeter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Della Jones, Neil Jenkins, Christopher Robson, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Act: Revivalist RallyPeter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Neil Jenkins, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Della Jones, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Act: Sex HistoryPeter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Christopher Robson, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Act: Hymn of SatisfactionPeter Maxwell Davies, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Resurrection, Act: Song of the New ResurrectionPeter Maxwell Davies, Mary Carewe, Della Jones, Neil Jenkins, Christopher Robson, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Blaze, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
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