maxwell davies: resurrection - peter maxwell davies
Maxwell Davies: Resurrection
Peter Maxwell Davies
2014
15 tracks
1 uur, 27 min
Album Description
Dive into the provocative and eclectic world of Peter Maxwell Davies' "Resurrection," a parodic opera that challenges conventions and pushes boundaries. Originally conceived in the early 1960s while Davies was studying at Princeton, this ambitious work was completed over two decades later and premiered in 1987. The opera is a bold critique of societal institutions, targeting the state, church, and media with a violent diversity of styles and deliberate stylistic jolts.
"Resurrection" is a two-disc collection that spans nearly 88 minutes, featuring a sprawling narrative that includes a prologue introducing key characters and a main act that delves into various themes, from political rallies to sex history and religious revivalism. The opera's climax is a double resurrection, where the surgical creation of a monster leads to a complex exploration of control and rebellion.
The album showcases Davies' mastery of composition, blending dazzling musical techniques with a sharp, satirical edge. The performances are powerful and nuanced, bringing to life the opera's diverse characters and themes. Whether you're a fan of classical opera or intrigued by avant-garde compositions, "Resurrection" offers a rich and thought-provoking experience.
This Naxos release is a testament to Davies' enduring legacy, capturing the essence of his innovative and provocative style. With detailed notes, analyses, and texts, this album provides a comprehensive look into the mind of one of the most influential composers of the 20th and 21st centuries.
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Tracks
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Mam (Mam, Dad, Quartet, Cat)Peter Maxwell Davies, Christopher Robson, Henry Herford, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Dad (Quartet, Dad, Cat)Peter Maxwell Davies, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Henry Herford, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Sister (Sister, Quartet)Peter Maxwell Davies, Della Jones, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Brother (Younger Brother, Quartet, Cat, Parents)Peter Maxwell Davies, Gerald Finley, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, Christopher Robson, Henry Herford, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Headmaster (Headmaster, Cat)Peter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Vicar (Vicar, Quartet, Cat)Peter Maxwell Davies, Neil Jenkins, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Doctor (Doctor, Quartet, Cat)Peter Maxwell Davies, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Prologue: Prologue: Chorale (Mam, Dad, Sister, Younger Brother, Headmaster, Vicar, Doctor)Peter Maxwell Davies, Christopher Robson, Henry Herford, Della Jones, Gerald Finley, Martyn Hill, Neil Jenkins, Jonathan Best, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection: Transition and Surgeons' Introduction to the Act (Quartet, 4 Surgeons)Peter Maxwell Davies, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Act: Act: Abbot, Minister, Croesus, Comrade Serbsky (4 Surgeons, White Abbot, Rev'd Minister, Sir Croesus Wright, Comrade Serbsky, Quartet)Peter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Act: Act: Political Rally (4 Surgeons, Phoebus Apollo, Crowd, Pluto, Zeus/Hera, Quartet)Peter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Della Jones, Neil Jenkins, Christopher Robson, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Mary Carewe, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Act: Act: Revivalist Rally (4 Surgeons, Hot Gospeller, Crusaders, Quartet, Antichrist)Peter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Neil Jenkins, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Della Jones, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Act: Act: Sex History (4 Surgeons, Quartet, Distraught Mam, Bishop, Policeman, Judge, Trade Union Leader)Peter Maxwell Davies, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Christopher Robson, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Act: Act: Hymn of Satisfaction (Quartet, 4 Surgeons)Peter Maxwell Davies, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, BBC Philharmonic
Resurrection, Act: Act: Song of the New Resurrection (Chorus, Rock Band, Rock Band's Vocalist, Antichrist, Hot Gospeller)Peter Maxwell Davies, Mary Carewe, Della Jones, Neil Jenkins, Christopher Robson, Martyn Hill, Henry Herford, Gerald Finley, Jonathan Best, Lesley-Jane Rogers, Deborah Miles-Johnson, John Bowley, Mark Rowlinson, Blaze, BBC Philharmonic
Peter Maxwell Davies was a renowned English composer, conductor, and teacher, celebrated for his innovative and prolific compositions. Born on 8 September 1934 in Salford, near Manchester, he went on to become one of the most influential British composers of the 20th century. With a career spanning over six decades, Peter Maxwell Davies left a legacy of over 300 compositions, including symphonies, operas, and music-theatre works, often inspired by his love of Scotland and political activism. His notable works include Eight Songs for a Mad King and Symphony No. 9, showcasing his unique ability to combine disparate styles and push boundaries in contemporary music.
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