Plunge into the rich symphonic world of Portuguese composer Joly Braga Santos with the album "Braga Santos: Alfama." This captivating collection, performed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra and released by Naxos in 2011, offers a comprehensive journey through Santos' diverse and evocative compositions. The album features a variety of works, including the enchanting "Alfama Suite," a nine-movement orchestral piece that paints vivid musical scenes of Lisbon's historic district. Other highlights include the dramatic "Symphonic Overture No. 3," the poignant "Elegia a Viana da Mota," and the dynamic "Variations for Orchestra." With a duration of 72 minutes, this album showcases Santos' mastery of orchestration and his ability to blend traditional Portuguese influences with classical symphonic forms. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to Santos' work, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Symphonic Overture No. 3, Op. 21Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Elegia a Viana da Mota (Elegy in memory of Vianna da Motta), Op. 14Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: I. Introduction (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: II. Dance of the sailor (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: III. Pas de trois (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: IV. Dance of the fishwives (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: V. Dance of the fishwife and the longshoreman (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: VI. Dance of the girls of the neighbourhood (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: VII. Dance of the boys and girls who fill the square (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: VIII. Dance of the girls around the fire (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Alfama Suite: IX. Final dance (Arr. A. Cassuto)Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 55Joly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
3 Symphonic Sketches, Op. 38: No. 1, AllegroJoly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
3 Symphonic Sketches, Op. 38: No. 2, LentoJoly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
3 Symphonic Sketches, Op. 38: No. 3, AllegroJoly Braga Santos, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Alvaro Cassuto
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