Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century CD

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Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century  

Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century  

Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century  

Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century Willie "The Lion" Smith was one of the last remaining giants from the stride piano era when he made this studio recording for Decca in 1965. Although seven of the 15 tracks are Smith's compositions, they are not his better known works, adding to the value of this release. One can hear how a performance like the driving "In a Minor Groove" could have influenced Duke Ellington early in his career. There are also strong takes of oldies like "Ain't She Sweet" and "Some of These Days," along with an elaborate arrangement of George Gershwin's "Summertime" that likely dazzled the composer if he had the opportunity to hear it during his many visits to Harlem. Smith delves into the works of his comrades in stride, including James P. Johnson's demanding and unjustly obscure "Steeplechase" and protégé Fats Waller's well-known "Honeysuckle Rose." This CD reissue adds three previously unreleased tracks, among them a playful reworking of Fryderyk Chopin's "Polonaise" and Smith's own "All Out of Breath" and "Music on My Mind," both adding his friendly (if somewhat hoarse) vocals. Recommended. ~ Ken Dryden Digitally remastered using 24 bit technology. Presented in digipak form and includes brand new liner notes.

Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century  

Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century Track Listing of songs: Mazurka No. 11 In E Minor, Op. 17, No. 2; Mazurka No. 12 In A Flat Major, Op. 17, No. 3; Mazurka No. 13 In A Minor, Op. 17, No. 4; Mazurka No. 15 In C Major, Op. 24, No. 2; Mazurka No. 17 In B Flat Minor, Op. 24, No. 4; Mazurka No. 20 In D Flat Major, Op. 30, No. 3; Polonaise No. 3 In A Major, Op. 40, No. 1, "Military"; Nocturne No. 14 In F Sharp Minor, Op. 48, No. 2; Scherzo No. 1 In B Minor, Op. 20; Impromptu No. 2 In F Sharp Major, Op. 36; 12 Etudes, Op. 10: 12 Etudes, Op. 10: No. 5 In G Flat Major, Op. 10, No. 5, "Black Keys"; Waltz No. 5 In A Flat Major, Op. 42; Waltz No. 6 In D Flat Major, Op. 64, No. 1, "Minute"; Andante Spianato And Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22: Andante Spianato And Grande Polonaise Brillante, Op. 22: Grande Polonaise Brillante;

Passion and Lament: Choral Masterworks of the 17th Century Founded in 1996 by Artistic Director Daniel Hughes, The Choral Project has performed throughout Northern California in concert performances, interfaith services, and choral festivals, including performances for conventions of the American Choral Directors Association and the California Music Educators Association, showcase concerts for the National Association of Composers of the USA (NACUSA) as well as a performance by invitation to represent the State of California on October 20th, 2002 at the National Cathedral in Washington DC, as part of the California State Day Celebration Service. In June of 2001, The Choral Project received rave reviews and standing ovations at concert performances during their first international tour to Mexico and Costa Rica, which included highly acclaimed performances on Mexican National Radio, and a joint concert with the Cafe Chorale in Costa Rica. The ensemble has recorded four compact discs. They have performed world premieres of compositions by numerous composers including Brent Heisinger, Brian Holmes, and Theodore Lucas. The ensemble is composed of 35 multi-talented singers from various parts of the San Francisco Bay Area. Committed to a brighter future for our world, The Choral Project makes yearly contributions to charitable organizations. These contributions include Toys-for-Tots, Resource Area for Teachers, Aris, Big Brothers/Big Sisters, The Rain Forest Project, and SARDUS (Search and Rescue Dogs of the United States). Our Mission Statement: To heal the world through music and words, weaving powerful choral works with a flowing narration of prose and poetry, creating an evocative tapestry illustrating how more alike we are than different. No matter where or when in the world we may be, we are all affected by the basic organic and spiritual forces that motivate and inspire us, and we are equally touched on the same level by these similar universal themes. Music styleMedieval to Contemporary choral music, accompanied and un-accompanied. Artist historyAbout our Director:Daniel Hughes, Artistic Director and Conductor of The Choral Project, is in constant demand as a conductor, accompanist, coach and choral clinician in the Bay Area. Under his direction The Choral Project has begun to receive international recognition. The ensemble has recorded four compact discs, most recently completing a recording featuring of the music of Eric Whitacre as well as selections by Lauridsen, Clausen, Taverner and other. The CD is available on the Clarion label. They received rave reviews and standing ovations at concert performances during their first international tour to Mexico and Costa Rica, which included highly acclaimed performances on Mexican National Radio, and a joint concert with the Cafe Chorale in Costa Rica. The choir has performed world premieres of compositions by numerous composers including Brent Heisinger, Brian Holmes, and Theodore Lucas. The Choral Project has performed for ACDA and CMEA Conventions and represented the State of California on October 20th, 2002 at the National Cathedral in Washington DC, as part of the California State Day Celebration Service. Mr. Hughes also serves the Artistic Director of the Silicon Valley Gay Men's Chorus, an organization of diverse men dedicated to achieving excellence in music, maintaining a high sense of personal and collective pride, promoting fellowship with the Silicon Valley gay and lesbian communities, and winning the respect and admiration of all people through musical performance. Albums"Americana", "Of Christmastide", "The Cycle of Life", "Water & Light" LocationSan Jose, California - USA