| | James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon CD BBC Philharmonics / Macmillan CDS
| Category | Classical, 20th Century Period, Orchestral/Symphonic, Contemporary, Motet, Chorus, Quintet, Anthem, Elegy, Magnificat, Fanfare, Lamentation |
James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon Music | List Price | $18.97 (You save $4.02) | | Label | Chandos | | Orig Year | 9/24/2002 | | All Time Sales Rank |  30270  | | CD Universe Part number | 4948527 | | Catalog number | 9997 | | Discs | 1 | | Release Date | Sep 24, 2002 | | Recording Time | 1 10 |
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James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon Songs 1. Magnificat, for chorus & orchestra (13:20)  Windows Media  Real Audio | | Common Name | Magnificat For Chorus & Orchestra | | Composer | James MacMillan (1959 - ) | | Conductor | James MacMillan | | Date Written | 1999 | | Period | Contemporary | | Venue | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manche | | Notes | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manchester, England (11/13/2001-11/14/2001) | | 2. Nunc dimittis, for chorus & orchestra (7:29) Windows Media Real Audio | | Composer | James MacMillan (1959 - ) | | Conductor | James MacMillan | | Date Written | 2000 | | Period | Contemporary | | Venue | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manche | | Notes | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manchester, England (11/13/2001-11/14/2001) | | 3. Exsultet, symphonic fanfare (2 versions) (8:20) Windows Media Real Audio | | Composer | James MacMillan (1959 - ) | | Conductor | James MacMillan | | Performer | Jonathan Scott [Keyboardist] (Organ) | | Date Written | 1998-2000 | | Period | Contemporary | | Venue | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manche | | Notes | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manchester, England (11/13/2001-11/14/2001) | | 4. Màiri, for a cappella chorus (10:15) Windows Media Real Audio | | Composer | James MacMillan (1959 - ) | | Conductor | James MacMillan | | Performer | David Roy
Geoffrey Davidson
Richard Bourne
Elizabeth Poole
Eleanor Meynell
Neil MacKenzie
Andrew Murgatroyd
Robert Johnston [Tenor Vocal]
Karen Woodhouse
Simon Birchall
Margaret Feaviour
Stephen Charlesworth | | Genre | Anthem | | Date Written | 1997 | | Period | Contemporary | | Country | Scotland | | Venue | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manche | | Notes | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manchester, England (11/13/2001-11/14/2001) | | 5. The Gallant Weaver, for a cappella chorus (6:48) Windows Media Real Audio | | Composer | James MacMillan (1959 - ) | | Conductor | James MacMillan | | Performer | Margaret Feaviour
Micaela Haslam | | Date Written | 1997 | | Period | Contemporary | | Venue | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manche | | Notes | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manchester, England (11/13/2001-11/14/2001) | | 6. The Birds of Rhiannon, dramatic concerto for orchestra with a mystical coda for choir: Largo - Andan (7:18) Windows Media Real Audio | | Composer | James MacMillan (1959 - ) | | Conductor | James MacMillan | | Date Written | 2001 | | Period | Contemporary | | Venue | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manche | | Notes | Studio 7, New Broadcasting House, Manchester, England (11/13/2001-11/14/2001) |
James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon Music Composers on James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon CD : James MacMillan Conductors on James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon CD : James MacMillan Genres on James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon CD : Anthem Performers on James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon CD : Andrew Murgatroyd, Stephen Charlesworth, David Roy, Eleanor Meynell, Elizabeth Poole, Geoffrey Davidson, Micaela Haslam, Jonathan Scott [Keyboardist], Karen Woodhouse, Margaret Feaviour, Neil MacKenzie, Richard Bourne, Robert Johnston [Tenor Vocal], Simon Birchall Purchase James Macmillan: The Birds Of Rhiannon To buy, Click on price to add to cart | John Adams Chamber Symphony: Grand Pianola CD (1994)
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This may be composer John Adams's most ambitious undertaking to date, one that moves him further out of the "minimalist" category. A massive, sprawling opus, it bombards the listener with a dizzying array of swirling melodies, chugging rhythms, vivid sonic colors, and lush orchestral textures. Yet for all its complexity, this three-movement work never overwhelms the ear. Adams makes the work emotionally compelling by creating a variety of moods that sometimes blend smoothly and at other times collide with a clamor.
Poignant melodies churn and percolate until they explode into raucous climaxes; jubilant fanfares crash into craggy dissonance; motifs that dance and spin as if out of control somehow resolve into peaceful reveries. It all makes for a gripping study of struggle and contrast and an adventurous journey through ever-changing soundscapes. Conductor Esa-Pekka Salonen, to whom this work is dedicated, leads the Los Angeles Philharmonic in an assured performance that crackles with excitement. The accompanying booklet includes an excellent essay by fellow composer Ingram Marshall providing valuable insight and perspective. Kudos to Adams for creating a provocative yet accessible work that challenges listeners without a hint of intimidation.
W/ Esa-Pekka Salonen, L.A.Phil
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