Celebrate the virtuosity of Philip Smith, the renowned principal trumpet of the New York Philharmonic, with "The Philip Smith Collection, Album 1: Trumpet Highlights." This captivating album, released in 2015, showcases Smith's extraordinary talent and versatility through a diverse range of orchestral works, all featuring his masterful trumpet playing. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this collection is a testament to Smith's over three-decade-long career with the New York Philharmonic.
The album opens with selections from Beethoven's Symphony No. 5, followed by Mahler's Symphony No. 1, and Mussorgsky's "Pictures at an Exhibition." It also includes iconic pieces like Gershwin's "An American in Paris," Copland's "Fanfare for the Common Man," and Stravinsky's "Petrushka." Each track highlights Smith's technical prowess and expressive depth, making this album a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts and trumpet aficionados alike.
Accompanying the music is a 32-page booklet filled with photos, notes, and essays, providing valuable context and insights into the performances. Conductors Lorin Maazel, Bramwell Tovey, and Alan Gilbert lead the New York Philharmonic, ensuring a rich and dynamic orchestral experience. Additionally, the album features contributions from notable musicians such as Matthew Muckey, Philip Myers, Joseph Alessi, Alan Baer, and Jonathan Lemalu, adding layers of depth and richness to the performances.
"The Philip Smith Collection, Album 1: Trumpet Highlights" is not just a compilation of live performances but a celebration of Philip Smith's enduring legacy and the timeless beauty of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned concertgoer or a casual listener, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor: I. Trauermarsch (opening-bar 89)Gustav Mahler, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Symphony No. 5 in C-Sharp Minor: I. Trauermarsch (from bar 152)Gustav Mahler, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Symphony No. 1 in D Major "Blumine"Gustav Mahler, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Pictures at an Exhibition: PromenadeModest Mussorgsky, Maurice Ravel, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Pictures at an Exhibition: VI. Samuel Goldenberg and SchmuyleModest Mussorgsky, Maurice Ravel, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
An American in Paris: Andantino (bar 5 of rehearsal number 45-47)George Gershwin, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
An American in Paris: rehearsal number 57-67George Gershwin, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
An American in Paris: from rehearsal number 96George Gershwin, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
That's A Plenty (arr. for brass quintet)Anonymous, Lew Pollack, Philip Smith, Matthew Muckey, Philip Myers, Joseph Alessi, Alan Baer
On the Town: II. Lonely Town: Pas de DeuxLeonard Bernstein, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Bramwell Tovey
Fanfare for the Common ManAaron Copland, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Petrushka: Tableau 3: Dance of the BallerinaIgor Stravinsky, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Chant du rossignol (Song of the Nightingale): Fisherman's Song (rehearsal number 68-71)Igor Stravinsky, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Lorin Maazel
Chant du rossignol (Song of the Nightingale): Fisherman's Song (from rehearsal number 96)Igor Stravinsky, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Lorin Maazel
Pini di Roma (Pines of Rome), P. 141: II. Pini presso una catacomba (Pines Near a Catacomb)Ottorino Respighi, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Symphony No. 3 in D Minor: III. Comodo. Scherzando. Ohne Hast (from bar 3 of rehearsal number 13)Gustav Mahler, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Symphony No. 9 in D Major: III. Rondo-Burleske: Allegro assai (bar 9 of rehearsal number 36-bar 23 of rehearsal number 38)Gustav Mahler, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
The Unanswered QuestionCharles Ives, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Messiah, HWV 56: Part III: Aria: The trumpet shall soundGeorge Frideric Handel, Jonathan Lemalu, Philip Smith, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232, Symbolum niceum: Patrem omnipotentemJohann Sebastian Bach, Philip Smith, New York Choral Artists, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
Mass in B Minor, BWV 232, Symbolum niceum: Gloria in excelsis DeoJohann Sebastian Bach, Philip Smith, New York Choral Artists, New York Philharmonic, Alan Gilbert
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