Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of neoclassical music with the New London Orchestra's captivating album, released on June 21, 1989, under the Hyperion label. This exquisite collection showcases the talents of the New London Orchestra as they bring to life the works of Francis Poulenc and Reynaldo Hahn.
The album opens with Poulenc's Sinfonietta, a four-movement piece that is a delightful blend of energy and lyricism. The first movement, Allegro con fuoco, sets the tone with its fiery intensity, while the second movement, Molto vivace, brings a sense of playfulness. The third movement, Andante cantabile, offers a moment of serene beauty, and the finale, Prestissimo et très gai, concludes the Sinfonietta with a burst of joyous energy.
The second half of the album is dedicated to Poulenc's Aubade, a seven-movement suite that is a testament to the composer's mastery of orchestral color and texture. The suite begins with the Toccata, a virtuosic display of orchestral brilliance, and concludes with the Adieux et départ de Diane, a poignant farewell.
The album concludes with Reynaldo Hahn's Le bal de Béatrice d'Este, a suite of seven dances that is a delightful blend of elegance and wit. The suite begins with the Entrée pour Ludovic le More, a grand and ceremonial introduction, and concludes with the Salut final au Duc de Milan, a triumphant finale.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 4 minutes, this album is a journey through the neoclassical repertoire, showcasing the New London Orchestra's exceptional musicianship and the timeless beauty of Poulenc and Hahn's compositions.
Tracks
Sinfonietta, FP 141: I. Allegro con fuocoFrancis Poulenc, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Sinfonietta, FP 141: II. Molto vivaceFrancis Poulenc, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Sinfonietta, FP 141: III. Andante cantabileFrancis Poulenc, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Sinfonietta, FP 141: IV. Finale. Prestissimo et très gaiFrancis Poulenc, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Aubade, FP 51a: I. ToccataFrancis Poulenc, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp, Julian Evans
Aubade, FP 51a: II. Récitatif. Les compagnes de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Julian Evans, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Aubade, FP 51a: III. Rondeau. Diane et compagnesFrancis Poulenc, Julian Evans, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Aubade, FP 51a: IV. Entrée de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra, Julian Evans
Aubade, FP 51a: V. Sortie de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra, Julian Evans
Aubade, FP 51a: VI. Presto. Toilette de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Ronald Corp, Julian Evans, New London Orchestra
Aubade, FP 51a: VII. Récitatif. Introduction à la variationFrancis Poulenc, Julian Evans, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Aubade, FP 51a: VIII. Andante. Variation de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra, Julian Evans
Aubade, FP 51a: IX. Allegro féroce. Désespoir de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Julian Evans, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Aubade, FP 51a: X. Conclusion. Adieux et départ de DianeFrancis Poulenc, Julian Evans, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: I. Entrée pour Ludovic le MoreReynaldo Hahn, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra, Julian Evans
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: II. LesquercadeReynaldo Hahn, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra, Julian Evans
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: III. RomanesqueReynaldo Hahn, Julian Evans, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: IV. IbérienneReynaldo Hahn, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp, Julian Evans
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: V. Léda et l'oiseauReynaldo Hahn, Julian Evans, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: VI. CouranteReynaldo Hahn, Julian Evans, Ronald Corp, New London Orchestra
Le bal de Béatrice d'Este: VII. Salut final au Duc de MilanReynaldo Hahn, New London Orchestra, Ronald Corp, Julian Evans
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