Embark on a captivating journey through the realms of classical music with the National Symphony Orchestra's latest album, set to release on June 13, 2025, under Universal Music Australia Pty. Ltd. This exquisite collection spans a little over an hour and fourteen minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase the orchestra's virtuosity and the timeless appeal of the featured works.
The album opens with Handel's "Music for the Royal Fireworks," masterfully orchestrated by Harty, presenting a regal and celebratory atmosphere. The four movements, from the grand "Overture" to the lively "Menuetto," provide a splendid introduction to the orchestra's prowess. Following this, the suite from "The Good-Humoured Ladies" by Scarlatti, arranged by Tommasini, brings a playful and spirited energy, with its five movements ranging from "Presto" to "Non presto, in tempo di ballo."
Grieg's "Lyric Suite, Op. 54" adds a touch of Nordic charm, with its evocative pieces like "Shepherd Boy" and "Notturno," culminating in the whimsical "March of the Dwarfs." The album concludes with overtures from Rossini's "Semiramide," Berlioz's "Béatrice et Bénédict," and Weber's "Dichter und Bauer," each offering a unique blend of drama and elegance.
This album is a testament to the National Symphony Orchestra's exceptional artistry, offering a diverse and enriching listening experience that highlights the beauty and depth of classical music.
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351 (Orch. Harty): I. OvertureGeorge Frideric Handel, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351 (Orch. Harty): II. Alla SicilianaGeorge Frideric Handel, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351 (Orch. Harty): III. BourréeGeorge Frideric Handel, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Music for the Royal Fireworks, HWV 351 (Orch. Harty): IV. MenuettoGeorge Frideric Handel, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
The Good-Humoured Ladies, Suite: I. PrestoDomenico Scarlatti, Vincenzo Tommasini, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
The Good-Humoured Ladies, Suite: II. AllegroDomenico Scarlatti, Vincenzo Tommasini, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
The Good-Humoured Ladies, Suite: III. AndanteDomenico Scarlatti, Vincenzo Tommasini, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
The Good-Humoured Ladies, Suite: IV. Non presto, in tempo di balloDomenico Scarlatti, Vincenzo Tommasini, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
The Good-Humoured Ladies, Suite: V. PrestoDomenico Scarlatti, Vincenzo Tommasini, London Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Lyric Suite, Op. 54: I. Shepherd BoyEdvard Grieg, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Lyric Suite, Op. 54: II. Norwegian MarchEdvard Grieg, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Lyric Suite, Op. 54: III. NotturnoEdvard Grieg, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Lyric Suite, Op. 54: IV. March of the DwarfsEdvard Grieg, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Semiramide: OvertureGioachino Rossini, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Béatrice et Bénédict, H. 138: OvertureHector Berlioz, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
Dichter und Bauer: OvertureFranz von Suppé, National Symphony Orchestra, Sir Malcolm Sargent
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