Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major CD

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major Track Listing of songs: I've Got the World On a String; Fun to Be Fooled; I Had Myself a True Love; Down With Love; Don't Like Goodbyes; In Separate Rooms; Alice Rodd; Susannah Fry; Three Sisters; Thomas Logge; A Midget; No Voice to Scold; Ann Poverty; Be Very Quiet Now; Poetry Reading; Poetry Reading; Nature, the Gentlest Mother; There Came a Wind Like a Bugle; Poeetry Reading; Poetry Reading; Why Do They Shut Me Out of Heaven?; The World Feels Dusty; Poetry Reading; Poetry Reading; Heart, We Will Forget Him; Dear March, Come In!; Poetry Reading; Sleep Is Supposed to Be; Poetry Reading; When They Come Back; Poetry Reading; I Felt a Funeral in My Brain; Poetry Reading; Poetry Reading; I've Heard An Organ Talk Sometimes; Going to Heaven!; Poetry Reading; The Chariot;

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major About the Film Shakespeare's Merchant is a fast-paced modern re-telling of William Shakespeare's The Merchant of Venice. The society in which Shakespeare's story is set is one where casual racism is an accepted fact of life, and the "outsider" is always suspect. This adaptation takes an unflinching view of this society and the actions of its inhabitants. The film's dialogue consists of Shakespeare's text, although it somewhat updated for the sake of clarity. The film's setting is not Shakespeare's Venice, but an unspecified place and time that resembles the present day. More info at shakespearesmerchant ---------------About the Score Shakespeare's Merchant is a short movie with an epic score. In many places music is used in a way that resembles opera, where the orchestra frequently carries the subtext and the emotional weight. Helping to set a scene where people are routinely nasty to each other, Michael Kaulkin's score is mostly dark and tense, with some lyrical and humorous moments. ---------------- About the Composer San Francisco-based composer Michael Kaulkin's works for orchestra, chorus and the musical stage have been performed in venues around the world. He holds a Master of Music degree from the San Francisco Conservatory, and previously studied at the Franz Liszt Academy in Budapest, Hungary. Shakespeare's Merchant is his first film score. Kaulkin's music has been praised for its lyrical style and dramatic scope. A lifetime enthusiasm for live theater informs his orchestral and choral works, as well as his music for the stage. More information is available at michaelkaulkin .

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major  

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major  

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major  

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major Track Listing of songs: Jean d'Arc, overture for orchestra after F. von Schiller, Op. 91; Piano Concerto No. 6 in B flat major 'Fantastique', Op. 90: Allegro con spirito; Piano Concerto No. 6 in B flat major 'Fantastique', Op. 90: Andante espressivo; Piano Concerto No. 6 in B flat major 'Fantastique', Op. 90: Allegro agitato; Symphony in C major, Op. 81: Adagio non troppo; Symphony in C major, Op. 81: Adagio; Symphony in C major, Op. 81: Scherzo: Allegro con fuoco; Symphony in C major, Op. 81: Adagio;

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major  

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major  

Vivaldi/Respigh: Sonata in D major; Stravinsky: Duo Concertante; Mendelssohn: Sonata in F major About this recording Shigeru Hamada, Japan's most prestigious music critic, has written: "This is the debut album of the young harpist Tomoko Sugawara. Although young, she has long been active internationally and exudes calmness and confidence in her performance. The selection draws from both the standard and non-standard repertoire. Among the former are Glinka's variations on a theme by Mozart, 'La Source' by Hasselmans, 'Au Matin' by Turnier, and 'Chanson dans la nuit,' 'Tango,' and 'Rumba' by Salzedo. Most of these are original harp pieces, unique and rich in sprit. Some, like 'Clair de Lune' by Debussy and 'Ebb Tide' by Maxwell, are arranged pieces. There are also ensemble pieces, 'Entr'acte' and 'Deux Interludes' for flute and violin by Ibert. Tomoko Sugawara has fine technique and excellent ability to bring out the melody and emphasize its structure. In addition, I like to mention her suppleness and flexibility. I am happy to report that a new promising player has appeared in the harp world. In particular, I would single out 'Deux Interludes' which have received few recordings, although one imagines there would have been many." Sumire Kuwajima, a former Professor of Harp at Tokyo University of Fine Arts adds: "The harp is called 'queen of instruments' for its graceful shape and sounds. It is so delicate, moody, and hard to handle that it often annoys its players. But Ms. Sugawara's harp seems to be a part of her body, and she can make it sing at will. Her sincere enjoyment of the sounds allows the audience to imagine the world as she hears it. Her warm nature, artistic quality, and prodigious talent give her listeners a relaxed, heart-warming sensation. I hope this CD will be enjoyed by people all over the world. - This CD was created using the finest recording technique which emphasize the ...