Raymond Yiu's debut album, "The World Was Once All Miracle," is a captivating journey through the composer's unique musical landscape, recorded live in two of London's most iconic venues: Barbican Hall and the Royal Albert Hall. Released on February 12, 2021, via Delphian Records, this album showcases Yiu's distinctive voice and his ability to blend evocative instrumental writing with a sense of playfulness and exploration.
The album features three of Yiu's works, each offering a different perspective on his compositional style. "The London Citizen Exceedingly Injured" is a symphonic game for orchestra, while "The World Was Once All Miracle" is a six-movement work that explores a range of moods and tempos. The final piece, "Symphony," is a multi-movement work that demonstrates Yiu's mastery of orchestral writing.
Performances on the album are led by Andrew Watts (countertenor) and Roderick Williams (baritone), with the BBC Symphony Orchestra under the baton of conductors Edward Gardner and David Robertson. The album's live recordings capture the energy and excitement of the performances, providing an authentic and engaging listening experience.
With a duration of just over an hour, "The World Was Once All Miracle" is a testament to Raymond Yiu's talent and his ability to create music that is both accessible and innovative. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply looking to discover new sounds, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
The London Citizen Exceedingly Injured: Symphonic Game for Orchestra - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, David Robertson, Andrew Davis, Edward Gardner
The World Was Once All Miracle: I. Allegro impulsivo - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis, Roderick Williams, David Robertson, Edward Gardner
The World Was Once All Miracle: II. Adagio pensieroso - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis, Roderick Williams, David Robertson, Edward Gardner
The World Was Once All Miracle: III. Adagio malinconico, poco austero - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis, Roderick Williams, David Robertson, Edward Gardner
The World Was Once All Miracle: Iv. Allegro scorrevole - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis, Roderick Williams, David Robertson, Edward Gardner
The World Was Once All Miracle: V. Lento, inquieto - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis, Roderick Williams, David Robertson, Edward Gardner
The World Was Once All Miracle: VI. Moderato grazioso – Debonair, l’istesso tempo - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis, Roderick Williams, David Robertson, Edward Gardner
Symphony: I. - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Edward Gardner, Andrew Watts, David Robertson, Andrew Davis
Symphony: II. Strong with Cadence Multiply Song - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Edward Gardner, David Robertson, Andrew Davis
Symphony: III. - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Edward Gardner, Andrew Watts, David Robertson, Andrew Davis
Symphony: IV. - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Edward Gardner, Andrew Watts, David Robertson, Andrew Davis
Symphony: Intermezzo - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Edward Gardner, David Robertson, Andrew Davis
Symphony: V. - LiveRaymond Yiu, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Edward Gardner, Andrew Watts, David Robertson, Andrew Davis
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