"The Essential Emma Johnson" is a comprehensive compilation album that showcases the extraordinary talent of renowned clarinetist Emma Johnson. Released in 1999 under the Decca (UMO) label, this collection spans a generous 2 hours and 29 minutes, featuring 37 tracks that encapsulate the essence of Emma Johnson's artistry.
The album is a rich tapestry of chamber music and classical pieces, highlighting Emma Johnson's mastery of the clarinet. It includes iconic works such as Mozart's Clarinet Concerto in A, K622, Weber's Concerto No. 2 in F minor for Clarinet and Orchestra, Op. 5, and Brahms' Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115. Additionally, the album features a variety of compositions by other renowned composers, including Rachmaninoff, Debussy, and Saint-Saëns, offering a diverse and engaging listening experience.
Emma Johnson's interpretive skills shine through in each piece, whether it's the delicate nuances of "Adagio for clarinet and strings in D flat 'Wagner's Adagio'" or the lively energy of "Scaramouche - suite." The album also includes lesser-known gems like "The Victorian Kitchen Garden - Suite" and "Woodland Sketches, Op. 51," showcasing Johnson's versatility and depth as a musician.
"The Essential Emma Johnson" is not just a collection of tracks but a testament to Emma Johnson's enduring contribution to the world of classical music. It's a must-listen for both longtime fans and those new to her work, offering a comprehensive overview of her remarkable career. The album's careful curation and high-quality recordings ensure that every note is a testament to Emma Johnson's exceptional talent and the timeless beauty of the music she brings to life.
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. 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
Adagio for clarinet and strings in D flat "Wagner's Adagio"Heinrich Joseph Baermann, Emma Johnson, English Chamber 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
The Victorian Kitchen Garden - Suite: PreludePaul Reade, Emma Johnson, Skaila Kanga
The Victorian Kitchen Garden - Suite: SpringPaul Reade, Emma Johnson, Skaila Kanga
The Victorian Kitchen Garden - Suite: MistsPaul Reade, Emma Johnson, Skaila Kanga
The Victorian Kitchen Garden - Suite: ExoticaPaul Reade, Emma Johnson, Skaila Kanga
The Victorian Kitchen Garden - Suite: SummerPaul Reade, Emma Johnson, Skaila Kanga
The Tale of Tsar Saltan - Arr. Johnson / Drake: Flight of the Bumble BeeNikolai Rimsky-Korsakov, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
Vocalise, Op. 34 No. 12Sergei Rachmaninoff, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
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
La Fille Aux Cheveux de LinClaude Debussy, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Pavane pour une infante défunteMaurice Ravel, Emma Johnson, Gordon Back
Scaramouche - suite: 1. VifDarius Milhaud, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
Scaramouche - suite: 2. ModéréDarius Milhaud, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
Scaramouche - suite: 3. BrazileiraDarius Milhaud, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
Gymnopedie No. 1Erik Satie, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
3 Preludes - Arr. Cohn: 1. Allegro ben ritmatoGeorge Gershwin, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
3 Preludes - Arr. Cohn: 2. Andante con moto e poco rubatoGeorge Gershwin, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
3 Preludes - Arr. Cohn: 3. Allegro ben ritmato e decisoGeorge Gershwin, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51: To a Wild RoseEdward MacDowell, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
5 Bagatelles for clarinet and piano, Op. 23: 1. Prelude - Allegro decisoGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
5 Bagatelles for clarinet and piano, Op. 23: 2. Romance - Andante tranquilloGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
5 Bagatelles for clarinet and piano, Op. 23: 3. Carol - Andantino sempliceGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
5 Bagatelles for clarinet and piano, Op. 23: 4. Forlana - Allegretto graziosoGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
5 Bagatelles for clarinet and piano, Op. 23: 5. Fughetta - Allegro vivaceGerald Finzi, Emma Johnson, Malcolm Martineau
Walking in the Air from The SnowmanHoward Blake, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
Jamaican RumbaArthur Benjamin, Emma Johnson, Julius Drake
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