Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of British flute concertos with Emily Beynon, accompanied by the brilliant Bramwell Tovey. Released on April 1, 2012, under the prestigious Chandos label, this album is a captivating journey through a rich tapestry of musical expressions, spanning a little over an hour and seventeen minutes.
The album opens with "The Magic Flute Dances" by Peter Racine Fricker, a four-movement suite that takes you from tentative, light dances to expansive, rapturous cadenzas, and finally to a gently moving conclusion. Next, you'll experience the Concerto for Flute and Wind Instruments by Carl Nielsen, arranged for flute and orchestra, showcasing Beynon's virtuosic prowess in four dynamic movements.
Following this, you'll be treated to Franz Liszt's Flute Sonata, S. 164, a piece that highlights the flute's lyrical and playful qualities. The album concludes with Gerald Finzi's Flute Concerto, Op. 36, a work that beautifully balances melody, rhythm, and emotion in its four movements.
Bramwell Tovey's conducting is a standout feature, bringing out the best in both the soloist and the orchestra. His nuanced interpretations and dynamic leadership elevate this album to a truly memorable listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to delight and inspire.
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Tracks
The Magic Flute Dances: I. Light - Tentative, getting faster and bolderJonathan Dove, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
The Magic Flute Dances: II. Cadenza - Expansive, rapturousJonathan Dove, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
The Magic Flute Dances: III. Angry - Desolate - Gently movingJonathan Dove, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
The Magic Flute Dances: IV. Slow - A little held back - Moving forwardJonathan Dove, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
The Magic Flute Dances: IV. Lively - EntrancedJonathan Dove, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Concerto for Flute and Wind Instruments: I. Allegro ritmico (Arr. for Flute and Orchestra)William Alwyn, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Concerto for Flute and Wind Instruments: II. Allegretto scherzando (Arr. for Flute and Orchestra)William Alwyn, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Concerto for Flute and Wind Instruments: III. Andante sostenuto e semplice (Arr. for Flute and Orchestra)William Alwyn, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Concerto for Flute and Wind Instruments: IV. Allegro vivace (Arr. for Flute and Orchestra)William Alwyn, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Sonata, S. 164: I. Allegro malincolicoFrancis Poulenc, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Sonata, S. 164: II. Cantilena. Assez lentFrancis Poulenc, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Sonata, S. 164: III. Presto giocosoFrancis Poulenc, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Concerto, Op. 36: I. Allegro moderatoLennox Berkeley, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Concerto, Op. 36: II. PrestoLennox Berkeley, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Concerto, Op. 36: III. AdagioLennox Berkeley, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon
Flute Concerto, Op. 36: IV. Allegro vivaceLennox Berkeley, Bramwell Tovey, BBC National Orchestra Of Wales, Emily Beynon