Dream Carousels: I. And Shadow Theatre Begins…Anthony Gilbert, Royal Northern College Of Music Wind Orchestra, Timothy Reynish
Dream Carousels: II. Cyclone Breeze in the House of Infinity…Anthony Gilbert, Royal Northern College Of Music Wind Orchestra, Timothy Reynish
Dream Carousels: III. Moths… Batter the Dark… Orbit the SkullAnthony Gilbert, Royal Northern College Of Music Wind Orchestra, Timothy Reynish
Quartet of Beasts: I. SirensAnthony Gilbert, Mary Owen, Rachel Ager, Benjamin Hudson, Karen Twitchett
Quartet of Beasts: II. Those Which, from a Distance, Look like FliesAnthony Gilbert, Mary Owen, Rachel Ager, Benjamin Hudson, Karen Twitchett
Quartet of Beasts: III. Those Which Are Mythological or FabulousAnthony Gilbert, Mary Owen, Rachel Ager, Benjamin Hudson, Karen Twitchett
Quartet of Beasts: IV. Frenzied CreaturesAnthony Gilbert, Mary Owen, Rachel Ager, Benjamin Hudson, Karen Twitchett
Igórochki: I. LullabyAnthony Gilbert, John Turner, James Dickenson, Richard Laing, James Slater, Peter Lawson, Kristofer Wahlander, Edward Cervenka, Benjamin Palmer, Stephen Whibley, Clark Rundell
Igórochki: II. SongAnthony Gilbert, John Turner, James Dickenson, Richard Laing, James Slater, Peter Lawson, Kristofer Wahlander, Edward Cervenka, Benjamin Palmer, Stephen Whibley, Clark Rundell
Igórochki: III. DanceAnthony Gilbert, John Turner, James Dickenson, Richard Laing, James Slater, Peter Lawson, Kristofer Wahlander, Edward Cervenka, Benjamin Palmer, Stephen Whibley, Clark Rundell
Igórochki: IV. ImprovisationAnthony Gilbert, John Turner, James Dickenson, Richard Laing, James Slater, Peter Lawson, Kristofer Wahlander, Edward Cervenka, Benjamin Palmer, Stephen Whibley, Clark Rundell
Igórochki: V. Moto perpetuoAnthony Gilbert, John Turner, James Dickenson, Richard Laing, James Slater, Peter Lawson, Kristofer Wahlander, Edward Cervenka, Benjamin Palmer, Stephen Whibley, Clark Rundell
Six of the Bestiary: No. 1, Stray DogsAnthony Gilbert, Kintamarni Saxophone Quartet
Six of the Bestiary: No. 2, Those Drawn with a Fine Camelhair BrushAnthony Gilbert, Kintamarni Saxophone Quartet
Six of the Bestiary: No. 3, Those Which Have Just Broken the Water PitcherAnthony Gilbert, Kintamarni Saxophone Quartet
Six of the Bestiary: No. 4, Those EmbalmedAnthony Gilbert, Kintamarni Saxophone Quartet
Six of the Bestiary: No. 5, Those Which Are Included in This ClassificationAnthony Gilbert, Kintamarni Saxophone Quartet
Six of the Bestiary: No. 6, Suckling PigsAnthony Gilbert, Kintamarni Saxophone Quartet
Towards Asāvari: I. Softly Crying CranesAnthony Gilbert, Peter Lawson, Royal Northern College of Music New Ensemble, Clark Rundell
Towards Asāvari: II. Movements to Embrace a SerpentAnthony Gilbert, Peter Lawson, Royal Northern College of Music New Ensemble, Clark Rundell
Towards Asāvari: III. Swift Movements of Arm and CloudAnthony Gilbert, Peter Lawson, Royal Northern College of Music New Ensemble, Clark Rundell
Towards Asāvari: IV. Movements of Shining WindAnthony Gilbert, Peter Lawson, Royal Northern College of Music New Ensemble, Clark Rundell
Anthony Gilbert's "Dream Carousels & Other Works," released on April 1, 2012, under NMC Recordings, is a captivating journey through the neoclassical genre, spanning a total of 77 minutes. This album is a testament to Gilbert's compositional prowess, offering a rich tapestry of intricate and evocative pieces.
The album opens with the three-part "Dream Carousels," each section painting a vivid sonic landscape. Following this is the "Quartet of Beasts," a four-movement suite that explores a menagerie of creatures through music. The "Igórochki" suite, consisting of five movements, showcases Gilbert's versatility, ranging from lullabies to frenetic moto perpetuo.
The "Six of the Bestiary" offers six distinct musical vignettes, each inspired by different creatures or objects. The album concludes with the four-part "Towards Asāvari," a series of movements that build in intensity and complexity.
Anthony Gilbert's "Dream Carousels & Other Works" is a remarkable collection that highlights his ability to craft intricate, engaging, and imaginative musical narratives. Whether you're a seasoned neoclassical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rewarding and immersive listening experience.
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