Dive into the rich and expressive world of William Primrose, the renowned Scottish violist, with his captivating album "Primrose: Recital, Vol. 1." Released on November 1, 2011, under the Naxos label, this chamber music collection is a testament to Primrose's mastery and his advocacy for new music. The album spans a diverse range of compositions, from classical pieces like "Allegretto in the style of Boccherini" and "Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178, 'from the New World': II. Largo" to arrangements of beloved works such as "Ellens Gesang III (Ave Maria!)" and "Carnival of the Animals: XIII. The Swan." Primrose's collaborations with other esteemed musicians, including Joseph Kahn and Franz Rupp, add depth and richness to the performances. With a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, this album is a treasure trove of musical brilliance, showcasing Primrose's expressive phrasing and rich tone. Whether you're a classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful journey through the world of chamber music.
Tracks
Allegretto in the style of Boccherini (Arr. For viola and piano)Fritz Kreisler, William Primrose, Joseph Kahn
Zigeunermelodien, Op. 55, B. 104, No. 4. Als die alte Mutter (Songs my Mother Taught Me): Zigeunermelodien, Op. 55, B. 104: No. 4, Als die alte Mutter [Songs my Mother Taught Me] [arr. F. Kreisler for viola and piano]Antonín Dvořák, William Primrose, Franz Rupp
Symphony No. 9 in E Minor, Op. 95, B. 178, "from the New World": II. Largo (Arr. F. Kreisler for viola and piano)Antonín Dvořák, William Primrose, Franz Rupp
8 Humoresques, Op. 101, B. 187: No. 7 in G-Flat Major (Arr. E. De Luca for viola and orchestra)Antonín Dvořák, William Primrose, Victor Symphony Orchestra, Charles O'Connell
Elegie (Arr. For voice, viola and piano)Jules Massenet, Marian Anderson, William Primrose, Franz Rupp
Liebesfreud (Arr. For viola and piano)Fritz Kreisler, William Primrose, Harry Isaacs
Liebesleid (Arr. For viola and piano)Fritz Kreisler, William Primrose, David Stimer
Praeludium and Allegro in the style of Pugnani (Arr. For viola and piano)Fritz Kreisler, William Primrose, Franz Rupp
Londonderry Air (Arr. P. Hughes for viola and harp)Traditional, William Primrose, Sidonie Goossens
Nocturne No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 9, No. 2 (Arr. P. Sarasate for violin and piano)Frédéric Chopin, William Primrose, Studio pianist
Ellens Gesang III (Ave Maria!), Op. 52, No. 6, D. 839, "Hymne an die Jungfrau" [arr. A. Wilhelmj for viola and harp]Franz Schubert, William Primrose, Sidonie Goossens
String Quartet No. 1 in D Major, Op. 11: II. Andante cantabile (Arr. F. Kreisler for viola and piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, William Primrose, David Stimer
6 Romances, Op. 6, No. 6. None but the Lonely Heart: 6 Romances, Op. 6: No. 6, None but the Lonely Heart (Arr. W. Primrose for viola and piano)Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky, William Primrose, Harry Isaacs
6 Songs, Op. 4, No. 4. In the Silence of the Night: 6 Songs, Op. 4: No. 4, In the Silence of the Night (Arr. For voice, viola and piano)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Marian Anderson, William Primrose, Franz Rupp
Violin Partita No. 3 in E Major, BWV 1006: III. Gavotte en rondeau (Arr. F. Kreisler for violin and piano)Johann Sebastian Bach, William Primrose, Studio pianist
Solfeggio in C Minor, Wq. 117/2, H. 220 (Arr. W. Primrose for viola and piano)Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach, William Primrose, Joseph Kahn
Les fetes d'Hebe: Tambourin (Arr. F. Kreisler for viola and piano)Jean-Philippe Rameau, William Primrose, Joseph Kahn
2 Jamaican Pieces, No. 2. Jamaican Rumba: 2 Jamaican Pieces: No. 2, Jamaican Rumba (Arr. For viola and piano)Arthur Benjamin, William Primrose, Vladimir Sokoloff
2 Jamaican Street Songs: No. 1, Mattie Rag (Arr. For viola and piano)Arthur Benjamin, William Primrose, Vladimir Sokoloff
2 Jamaican Street Songs: No. 2, Cookie (Arr. For viola and piano)Arthur Benjamin, William Primrose, Vladimir Sokoloff
From San Domingo (Arr. For viola and piano)Arthur Benjamin, William Primrose, Vladimir Sokoloff
Carnival of the Animals: XIII. The Swan (Arr. For viola and piano)Camille Saint-Saëns, William Primrose, David Stimer
CapriceBoris Myronoff, William Primrose, David Stimer
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