Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Benjamin Britten with this captivating collection of his renowned works. Released on January 1, 1994, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd., this album is a treasure trove of classical and choral masterpieces that showcase Britten's unparalleled musical genius.
The album opens with "Friday Afternoons," Op. 7, a delightful suite of songs originally composed for children. Each track, from the lively "Begone, Dull Care" to the whimsical "There Was a Monkey," exudes a sense of joy and innocence that is quintessentially Britten. The suite is followed by selections from "Holiday Diary," Op. 5, including the serene "Sailing" and the evocative "Night," which offer a glimpse into Britten's ability to paint vivid musical landscapes.
The album also features two of Britten's most celebrated narrative works: "The Ballad of Little Musgrave and Lady Barnard" and "The Golden Vanity - A Vaudeville for Boys & Piano," Op. 78. These pieces demonstrate Britten's mastery of storytelling through music, blending dramatic intensity with lyrical beauty.
With a total runtime of 1 hour and 7 minutes, this album is a perfect introduction to Britten's diverse musical output, spanning genres from classical and choral to opera and neoclassical. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Britten's work, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: I. Begone, Dull CareBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: II. A Tragic StoryBenjamin Britten, Gernot Fuhrmann, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: III. Cuckoo!Benjamin Britten, Michael Matzner, Gernot Fuhrmann, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: IV. Ee-Oh!Benjamin Britten, Gernot Fuhrmann, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: V. A New Year CarolBenjamin Britten, Michael Matzner, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: VI. I Mun Be Married on SundayBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: VII. There Was a Man of NewingtonBenjamin Britten, Michael Matzner, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: VIII. Fishing SongBenjamin Britten, Michael Matzner, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: IX. The Useful PloughBenjamin Britten, Michael Matzner, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: X. Jazz-ManBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: XI. There Was a MonkeyBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Songs from "Friday Afternoons", Op. 7: XII. Old Abram BrownBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Jaume Miranda
Holiday Diary, Op. 5: II. SailingBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov
The Ballad of Little Musgrave and Lady BarnardBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov, Chorus Viennensis, Peter Marschik
Holiday Diary, Op. 5: IV. NightBenjamin Britten, Andrei Gavrilov
The Golden Vanity - A Vaudeville for Boys & Piano, Op. 78Benjamin Britten, Michael Matzner, Gernot Fuhrmann, Wolfgang Wieringer, Thomas Weinhappel, Mark Bittermann, Andrei Gavrilov, Vienna Boys' Choir, Peter Marschik
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