Dive into the rich, orchestral world of Aaron Copland's film scores with the Eos Orchestra's "Celluloid Copland." Released on January 23, 2001, under the Telarc label, this album is a captivating journey through some of Copland's most evocative and cinematic compositions. Spanning just under an hour, the album is a testament to the Eos Orchestra's skill in bringing these iconic pieces to life.
The album opens with "From Sorcery To Science," a suite that explores the evolution of medicine through a series of vivid, imaginative vignettes. From the mystical "The Chinese Medicine Man" to the industrial "The Modern Pharmacy," each track paints a vivid picture, showcasing the orchestra's versatility and Copland's masterful storytelling.
Next, the "The City" suite offers a dynamic portrait of urban life, from the pastoral "New England Countryside" to the bustling "Taxi Jam" and the hopeful "The New City." The "The North Star" suite is a powerful narrative of resilience and hope, inspired by the eponymous film. Tracks like "Death Of The Little Boy" and "North Star Battle" are particularly stirring, highlighting the orchestra's emotional depth and technical prowess.
The "Cummington Story" suite rounds out the album, offering a poignant glimpse into small-town life. Throughout the album, the Eos Orchestra delivers a performance that is both technically impressive and deeply expressive, making "Celluloid Copland" a standout in their discography and a must-listen for fans of orchestral film scores.
Tracks
From Sorcery To Science: Opening FanfareEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
From Sorcery To Science: The Chinese Medicine ManEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
From Sorcery To Science: The Witch's CauldronEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
From Sorcery To Science: The AlchemistEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
From Sorcery To Science: African VoodooEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
From Sorcery To Science: The Modern PharmacyEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
From Sorcery To Science: Finale - March Of The AmericasEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): I. New England Countryside [Main Title]Eos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): II. The Steel MillEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): III. The Sorrow Of The CityEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): IV. Fire Engines At Lunch HourEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): V. Taxi JamEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): VI. Sunday TrafficEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): VII. The New CityEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The City (Suite): VIII. The Children [End Title]Eos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The Cummington Story (Suite)Eos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): I. Main TitleEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): II. Death Of The Little BoyEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): III. Going To SchoolEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): IV. Damian Is BlindEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): V. Song Of The GuerrillasEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Collegiate Chorale, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): VI. North Star BattleEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): VII. The Children's ReturnEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): VIII. Guerrillas ReturnEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
The North Star (Suite): IX. Leaving The VillageEos Orchestra, Jonathan Sheffer, Aaron Copland
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