ROCO in Concert: A Timeless Feast, released on February 1, 2018, under the ROCO label, is a captivating classical music album that spans a mere 57 minutes, yet offers a rich and diverse musical journey. This collection showcases the exceptional talent of the ensemble ROCO, delivering a feast of timeless compositions that span centuries and styles.
The album opens with George Frideric Handel's "Alexander's Feast," a dramatic and powerful orchestral suite that sets the tone for the rest of the collection. It continues with Joseph Haydn's Symphony No. 101 in D Major, "The Clock," a charming and inventive work that highlights Haydn's mastery of musical form and structure. The symphony's famous "tick-tock" theme in the second movement is a delightful centerpiece.
The album also features Johann Sebastian Bach's Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, a vibrant and energetic work that showcases the ensemble's virtuosity. The second half of the album is dedicated to William Walton's "Belshazzar's Feast: Suite," a dramatic and evocative orchestral suite that draws on Walton's rich musical language and vivid imagination.
Throughout the album, ROCO's performances are marked by their precision, passion, and expressive depth. The ensemble's commitment to bringing these works to life is evident in every note, making ROCO in Concert: A Timeless Feast a compelling and enjoyable listening experience for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Tracks
Alexander's Feast, HWZ 75, Overture: Part IGeorge Frideric Handel, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Alexander's Feast, HWZ 75, Overture: Part IIGeorge Frideric Handel, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Alexander's Feast, HWZ 75, Overture: Part IIIGeorge Frideric Handel, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, "The Clock", Hob.I:101: I. Adagio - PrestoJoseph Haydn, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, "The Clock", Hob.I:101: II. AndanteJoseph Haydn, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, "The Clock", Hob.I:101: III. Menuetto - AllegrettoJoseph Haydn, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Symphony No. 101 in D Major, "The Clock", Hob.I:101: IV. VivaceJoseph Haydn, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: I. Allegro moderatoJohann Sebastian Bach, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: II. AndanteJohann Sebastian Bach, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Brandenburg Concerto No. 2 in F Major, BWV 1047: III. Allegro assaiJohann Sebastian Bach, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Belshazzar's Feast: Suite, I. Oriental MarchJean Sibelius, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Belshazzar's Feast: Suite, II. SolitudeJean Sibelius, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Belshazzar's Feast: Suite, III. NocturneJean Sibelius, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
Belshazzar's Feast: Suite, IV. Khadra's DanceJean Sibelius, Roco, Joseph Swensen, Joseph Foley, Conductorless
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