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rorem, n.: quaker reader / views from the oldest house - ned rorem

Ned Rorem - Rorem, N.: Quaker Reader / Views From the Oldest House (LP)

Ned Rorem

1989
17 tracks
53 min
neoclassical

Rorem, N.: Quaker Reader / Views From the Oldest House

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Product Description

Ned Rorem's 1989 release, "Quaker Reader / Views From the Oldest House," is a captivating blend of neoclassical and avant-garde compositions that span a concise yet impactful 53 minutes. The album is divided into two distinct suites, each offering a unique auditory experience. The first suite, "A Quaker Reader," is a deeply reflective journey through ten movements, each inspired by Quaker texts and themes, offering a meditative exploration of spirituality and simplicity. The second suite, "Views from the Oldest House," presents six evocative pieces that paint a vivid sonic landscape, drawing inspiration from natural and architectural elements. Rorem's masterful composition and the intricate performances make this album a standout in his discography, showcasing his ability to merge intellectual depth with emotional resonance.

Tracks

A Quaker Reader: I. First-Day ThoughtsNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
4:17
A Quaker Reader: II. Mary Dyer did hang as a flag …Ned Rorem, Catharine Crozier
3:36
A Quaker Reader: III. Evidence of Things Not SeenNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
4:01
A Quaker Reader: IV. There Is a Spirit That Delights to Do No Evil …Ned Rorem, Catharine Crozier
1:55
A Quaker Reader: V. The World of SilenceNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:31
A Quaker Reader: VI. Bewitching attire of the most charming simplicity …Ned Rorem, Catharine Crozier
3:16
A Quaker Reader: VII. A Secret PowerNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:01
A Quaker Reader: VIII. … No darkness at all …Ned Rorem, Catharine Crozier
1:25
A Quaker Reader: IX. One Sigh Rightly BegottenNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:21
A Quaker Reader: X. Return Home to WithinNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:59
A Quaker Reader: XI. Ocean of LightNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
5:10
Views from the Oldest House: I. Sunrise on Sunset HillNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
3:28
Views from the Oldest House: II. ElmsNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:00
Views from the Oldest House: III. The Nest in Old North ChurchNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:41
Views from the Oldest House: IV. SpiresNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
2:37
Views from the Oldest House: V. Rain Over the Quaker GraveyardNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
5:50
Views from the Oldest House: VI. Sunday NightNed Rorem, Catharine Crozier
3:38

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Rorem, N.: Quaker Reader / Views From the Oldest House
Artist: Ned Rorem
Album release date: 1 januari 1989
Label: Delos
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 53 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Neoclassical
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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