Emma Johnson, a renowned clarinetist with a distinguished career on the concert stage, presents "The Art of Emma Johnson," a comprehensive 5-CD box set released in 2004 by Decca (UMO). This extensive collection showcases her mastery of chamber and classical music, featuring 51 tracks that span a total duration of 5 hours and 54 minutes.
The album is a testament to Emma Johnson's versatility and artistry, encompassing a wide range of compositions from various composers. Highlights include the Clarinet Concerto in A, K622 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, works by Carl Maria von Weber, and pieces from other notable composers. The collection is meticulously curated, offering a blend of well-known classics and lesser-known gems that showcase the depth and breadth of Emma Johnson's repertoire.
Each of the five CDs comes with an individual printed slipcase, all housed in an elegant hinged box. The set also includes a 12-page booklet with notes in English, providing valuable context and insights into the music and performances. This box set is not just a compilation of tracks but a carefully crafted journey through the world of clarinet music, highlighting Emma Johnson's exceptional skill and musicality.
Whether you are a longtime fan of Emma Johnson or a newcomer to her work, "The Art of Emma Johnson" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. It is a must-have for any classical music enthusiast and a fitting tribute to one of the most accomplished clarinetists of our time.
Tracks
Clarinet Concerto in A, K622: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Raymond Leppard
Clarinet Concerto in A, K622: 2. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Raymond Leppard
Clarinet Concerto in A, K622: 3. Rondo. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Raymond Leppard
Concerto No. 1 in E-flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 1: 1. AllegroBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Günther Herbig
Concerto No. 1 in E-flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 1: 2. AdagioBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Günther Herbig
Concerto No. 1 in E-flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 1: 3. Rondo (Allegretto)Bernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Günther Herbig
Concertino for clarinet and strings, Op. 26: Adagio ma non troppo - Tema con Variazioni, Andante - AllegroCarl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: 1. Zart und mit AusdruckRobert Schumann, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: 2. Lebhaft, leichtRobert Schumann, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Fantasiestücke, Op. 73: 3. Rasch und mit FeuerRobert Schumann, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F minor, Op. 73: 1. AllegroCarl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Yan Pascal Tortelier
Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F minor, Op. 73: 2. Adagio ma non troppoCarl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Yan Pascal Tortelier
Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F minor, Op. 73: 3. Rondo (Allegretto)Carl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Yan Pascal Tortelier
Concerto No. 2 in F minor for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 5: 1. AllegroBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Concerto No. 2 in F minor for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 5: 2. Andante pastoraleBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Concerto No. 2 in F minor for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 5: 3. RondoBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Clarinet Quintet in B flat, Op. 34: 1. AllegroCarl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in B flat, Op. 34: 2. Fantasia (Adagio)Carl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in B flat, Op. 34: 3. MenuettoCarl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in B flat, Op. 34: 4. RondoCarl Maria von Weber, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in A, K581: 1. AllegroWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in A, K581: 2. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in A, K581: 3. MenuettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Clarinet Quintet in A, K581: 4. Allegretto con variazioniWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Emma Johnson, Gábor Takács-Nagy, Rebecca Hirsch, Tim Boulton, Andrew Shulman
Concerto No. 3 in B-flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 11: 1. Allegro risolutoBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Gerard Schwarz
Concerto No. 3 in B-flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 11: 2. Andante moderatoBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Gerard Schwarz
Concerto No. 3 in B-flat Major for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 11: 3. Alla polaccaBernhard Henrik Crusell, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Gerard Schwarz
Adagio for clarinet and strings in D flat "Wagner's Adagio"Heinrich Joseph Baermann, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Clarinet Concerto in A minor, Op. 80: Allegro moderato -Charles Villiers Stanford, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Clarinet Concerto in A minor, Op. 80: Andante con moto quasi ma piu tranquillo -Charles Villiers Stanford, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Clarinet Concerto in A minor, Op. 80: Tempo 1 Allegro moderatoCharles Villiers Stanford, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Première rhapsodie, L. 116Claude Debussy, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Yan Pascal Tortelier
Concerto No. 1 for clarinet and strings, Op. 20: 1. AllegroMalcolm Arnold, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Ivor Bolton
Concerto No. 1 for clarinet and strings, Op. 20: 2. Andante con motoMalcolm Arnold, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Ivor Bolton
Concerto No. 1 for clarinet and strings, Op. 20: 3. Allegro con fuocoMalcolm Arnold, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Ivor Bolton
Sonata for clarinet and piano (1934): 1. Molto moderatoArnold Bax, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
Sonata for clarinet and piano (1934): 2. VivaceArnold Bax, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano (1962): 1. Allegro tristamente (Allegretto)Francis Poulenc, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano: 2. RomanzaFrancis Poulenc, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano (1962): 3. Allegro con fuoco (Tres anime)Francis Poulenc, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Concerto for Clarinet and Strings in C minor, Op. 31: 1. Allegro vigoroso - allegro liricoGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Concerto for Clarinet and Strings in C minor, Op. 31: 2. AdagioGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Concerto for Clarinet and Strings in C minor, Op. 31: 3. Rondo (Allegro giocoso)Gerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Royal Philharmonic Orchestra, Sir Charles Groves
Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115: 1. Allegro vivaceMalcolm Arnold, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Ivor Bolton
Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115: 2. LentoMalcolm Arnold, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Ivor Bolton
Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115: 3. (The Pre-Goodman Rag) Allegro non troppoMalcolm Arnold, Emma Johnson, English Chamber Orchestra, Ivor Bolton
Fantasy Sonata in E flat (1943)John Ireland, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano in E flat, Op. 167: 1. AllegroCamille Saint-Saëns, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano in E flat, Op. 167: 2. Allegro animatoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Sonata for Clarinet and Piano in E flat, Op. 167: 3. LentoCamille Saint-Saëns, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
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