Immerse yourself in the masterful artistry of Dennis Brain with this exquisite collection of chamber music, released on July 9, 2014, by Heritage Records. Spanning over two and a half hours, this album showcases the extraordinary talent of one of the most renowned horn players of the 20th century. Dennis Brain's virtuosity is on full display through a diverse range of compositions, from the elegant Horn Sonata in F Major, Op. 17, to the lively Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, K. 417. The album features iconic works by Mozart, including his Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452, and the Symphony No. 31 in D Major, Hob.I 31, 'Horn Signal.' Additionally, you'll find lesser-known gems like the playful Villanelle and the intricate Partita in D Major. This compilation is a testament to Brain's technical brilliance and musical sensitivity, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Dennis Brain or new to his work, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
(C) 2014 Heritage Records
Tracks
Horn Sonata in F Major, Op. 17Ludwig van Beethoven, Dennis Brain, Denis Matthews
Divertimimento in E-Flat Major, K. 289: I. MinuetWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The Dennis Brain Wind Ensemble, Dennis Brain
Divertimimento in E-Flat Major, K. 289: II. AdagioWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The Dennis Brain Wind Ensemble, Dennis Brain
Partita in D Major: IV. Minuet and TrioCarl Ditters von Dittersdorf, The London Baroque Ensemble, Dennis Brain, Karl Haas
VillanellePaul Dukas, Dennis Brain, Gerald Moore
Symphony No. 31 in D Major, Hob.I 31, 'Horn Signal': I. AllegroJoseph Haydn, Dennis Brain, Neill Sanders, Edmund Chapman, Alfred Cursue, Gareth Morris, Jack Westrup, Philharmonia Orchestra
Adagio and Allegro, Op. 70: I. AdagioRobert Schumann, Dennis Brain, Gerlad Moore
Adagio and Allegro, Op. 70: II. AllegroRobert Schumann, Dennis Brain, Gerald Moore
Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452: I. Largo - Allegro moderatoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The Dennis Brain Wind Ensemble, Dennis Brain, Colin Howsley
Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452: II. LarghettoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The Dennis Brain Wind Ensemble, Dennis Brain, Colin Horsley
Quintet for Piano and Winds in E-Flat Major, K. 452: III. RondoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, The Dennis Brain Wind Ensemble, Dennis Brain, Colin Horsley
Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, K. 417: I. Allegro maestosoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Dennis Brain, Walter Susskind, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, K. 417: II. AndanteWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Dennis Brain, Walter Susskind, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, K. 417: III. RondoWolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Dennis Brain, Walter Susskind, Philharmonia Orchestra
Concerto for Hose-pipe and Strings: III. FinaleLeopold Mozart, Dennis Brain, Norman Del Mar, The Hoffnung Symphony Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 11: I. AllegroRichard Strauss, Dennis Brain, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 11: II. AndanteRichard Strauss, Dennis Brain, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, Op. 11: III. AllegroRichard Strauss, Dennis Brain, Alceo Galliera, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 132: I. AllegroRichard Strauss, Dennis Brain, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 132: II. Andante con motoRichard Strauss, Dennis Brain, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto No. 2 in E-Flat Major, Op. 132: III. RondoRichard Strauss, Dennis Brain, Wolfgang Sawallisch, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto: I. Moderately FastPaul Hindemith, Dennis Brain, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto: II. Very FastPaul Hindemith, Dennis Brain, Philharmonia Orchestra
Horn Concerto: III. Very SlowPaul Hindemith, Dennis Brain, Philharmonia Orchestra
Trio for Violin, Horn and Piano, Op. 44: I. AllegroLennox Berkeley, Dennis Brain, Manoug Parikian, Colin Horsley
Trio for Violin, Horn and Piano, Op. 44: II. LentoLennox Berkeley, Dennis Brain, Manoug Parikian, Colin Horsley
Trio for Violin, Horn and Piano, Op. 44: III. Theme and VariationsLennox Berkeley, Dennis Brain, Manoug Parikian, Colin Horsley
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