The Nashville Symphony Orchestra presents "The Essential Nashville Symphony Orchestra," a captivating compilation of their finest orchestral performances, set to release on July 6, 2025, under Naxos Special Projects. Spanning a diverse range of genres and styles, this two-hour and twenty-four-minute album showcases the orchestra's versatility and mastery, from classical compositions to contemporary pieces.
Under the baton of Music Director Giancarlo Guerrero, the Nashville Symphony Orchestra delivers a powerful and dynamic performance that highlights their exceptional musicianship. The album features a mix of live recordings and studio works, including pieces from renowned composers and contemporary artists. Notable tracks include "Big Two-Hearted River (Live)," "Scherzo. Vivaco (Perpetuum mobile)," and "America (From 'West Side Story')," offering a rich tapestry of musical experiences.
The orchestra's collaboration with soloists such as Oliver Herbert on cello and Tony Siqi Yun on piano adds depth and nuance to the performances, making this album a testament to the Nashville Symphony Orchestra's artistic excellence. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to orchestral works, this album promises an engaging and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
IV. Muy rápido y rítmicoRoberto Sierra, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
I. Big Two-Hearted River (Live)Michael Daugherty, Zuill Bailey, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
Interlude. Veil of TearsStephen Paulus, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
II. Scherzo. Vivaco (Perpetuum mobile)Amy Beach, Alan Feinberg, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Schermerhorn
IV. Lento maestosoCharles Ives, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Schermerhorn
II. Children's Dance (Live)Howard Hanson, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Schermerhorn
America (From "West Side Story")Leonard Bernstein, Marianne Cooke, Robert Dean, Mike Eldred, Betsi Morrison, Michael San Giovanni, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Schermerhorn
I. Con forzaJoseph Schwantner, Christopher Lamb, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
III. TarantellaBrad Warnaar, Leslie Norton, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
IV. Toccata. O trenzinho do Caipira (the Peasant’s Little Train)Heitor Villa-Lobos, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Kenneth Schermerhorn
IV. Come and Be My BabyRichard Danielpour, Angela Brown, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
Shepherds' DanceGian Carlo Menotti, Ike Hawkersmith, Kirsten Gunlogson, Dean Anthony, Todd Thomas, Kevin Short, Bart Lefan, Nashville Symphony Chorus, Chicago Symphony Chorus, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Alastair Willis
IV. Bydlo (Arr. V. Ashkenazy for orchestra)Modest Mussorgsky, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
III. PitchforkMichael Daugherty, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
I. Fast [Live]Jonathan Leshnoff, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
II. The LakeJohn Adams, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
III. Fanfare Chomelodia (Live)Aaron Jay Kernis, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
II. IberiaTerry Riley, Tracy Silverman, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
Lincoln, the Great CommonerCharles Ives, Nashville Symphony Chorus, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
3 Dance Variations. Variation 3: DanzonLeonard Bernstein, Stephen Kummer, Roger Spencer, Samuel D. Bacco, Abby Burke, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Mogrelia
Made in AmericaJoan Tower, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Leonard Slatkin
I. LexMichael Daugherty, Mary Kathryn Van Osdale, Nashville Symphony Orchestra, Giancarlo Guerrero
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