Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of 20th-century classical music with Gustav Holst's "Discover 20th Century Classical Music." Released on January 1, 1994, under the Imp. label, this album is a meticulously curated collection of some of the most iconic and influential works from the classical repertoire. Spanning a diverse range of compositions, from Holst's own "Planets: Suite for Orchestra, Op. 32" to the hauntingly beautiful "Adagio for Strings, Op. 11" by Samuel Barber, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the evolution of classical music in the 20th century. The album features a blend of orchestral masterpieces, including Rodrigo's "Concierto de Aranjuez" and Khachaturian's "Spartacus: Adagio of Spartacus & Phrygia," as well as intimate chamber pieces like Debussy's "Le Fille Aux Cheveux De Lin." With a total runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this album is a testament to the enduring power and beauty of classical music, showcasing the genius of Gustav Holst and his contemporaries. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Planets: Suite for Orchestra, Op. 32, Jupiter, The Bringer of JollityGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, London Symphony Orchestra, Richard Hickox
String Quartet in F Major: II. Assez vif - Tres rythmeGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, New World String Quartet
Symphony No. 5 in D Minor, Op. 47: II. AllegrettoGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, Hallé, Stanisław Skrowaczewski
Concierto de Aranjuez for Guitar and Orchestra: II. AdagioGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, Michael Conn, Orchestra Of St John's Smith Square, John Lubbock
Fantasia on 'Greensleves'Gustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Wilfried Boettcher
Carmina BuranaDmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, Gustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, London Symphony Orchestra, Southend Boys' Choir, London Symphony Chorus, Richard Hickox
Spartacus: Adagio of Spartacus & PhrygiaGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, London Symphony Orchestra, Yuri Ahronovitch
Le Fille Aux Cheveux De LinGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, Martino Tirimo
Adagio for Strings, Op. 11Gustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, European Community Chamber Orchestra, Eivind Aadland
Scaramouche (Suite for two Pianos): III. BrazillieraGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, John Ogdon, Brenda Lucas
BaïlèroGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, Patricia Rozario, Sir John Pritchard, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto for Piano & Orchestra in F Major: III. Allegro agitatoGustav Holst, Maurice Ravel, Dmitri Shostakovich, Joaquín Rodrigo, Ralph Vaughan Williams, Carl Orff, Aram Khachaturian, Claude Debussy, Samuel Barber, Darius Milhaud, Joseph Canteloube, George Gershwin, London Symphony Orchestra, Gwenneth Pryor, Richard Williams
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