Dive into the world of Sabine Meyer with her captivating album "Homage to Benny Goodman," released in 1998. This 18-track masterpiece pays tribute to the legendary Benny Goodman, blending classical elegance with jazz sophistication. The album spans a rich hour and ten minutes, featuring a diverse range of compositions that showcase Meyer's virtuosity on the clarinet.
The album kicks off with Carl Maria von Weber's Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115, followed by a stunning performance of Stravinsky's Ebony Concerto. Meyer's rendition of Leonard Bernstein's "Prelude, Fugue and Riffs" adds a dynamic layer, highlighting her versatility and technical prowess. The album also includes iconic pieces like "Sing, Sing, Sing" and "Tiger Rag," offering a delightful mix of classical and jazz influences.
Recorded under the Warner Classics label, this album is a testament to Meyer's artistic depth and her ability to seamlessly navigate between genres. Whether you're a classical aficionado or a jazz enthusiast, "Homage to Benny Goodman" promises an enriching listening experience.
Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op.115: I. Allegro vivaceMalcolm Arnold, Bamberg Symphony, Ingo Metzmacher, Wolfgang Meyer
Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op.115: II. LentoMalcolm Arnold, Bamberg Symphony, Ingo Metzmacher, Wolfgang Meyer
Clarinet Concerto No. 2, Op. 115: III. Allegro non troppo (The Pre-Goodman Rag)Malcolm Arnold, Bamberg Symphony, Ingo Metzmacher, Wolfgang Meyer
Concerto for Clarinet and String Orchestra with Harp and Piano (1948): Slowly and expressivelyAaron Copland, Sabine Meyer/Bamberger Symphoniker/Ingo Metzmacher/Rosmarie Schmid-Münster/Andreas Weimer, Ingo Metzmacher, Bamberg Symphony
Concerto for Clarinet and String Orchestra with Harp and Piano (1948): Rather fastAaron Copland, Sabine Meyer/Bamberger Symphoniker/Ingo Metzmacher/Rosmarie Schmid-Münster/Andreas Weimer, Ingo Metzmacher, Bamberg Symphony
Bernstein: Prelude, Fugue and Riffs: No. 1, Prelude for the BrassLeonard Bernstein, Wolfgang Meyer/Bamberger Symphoniker/Ingo Metzmacher, Ingo Metzmacher, Bamberg Symphony
Bernstein: Prelude, Fugue and Riffs: No. 2, Fugue for the SaxesLeonard Bernstein, Wolfgang Meyer/Bamberger Symphoniker/Ingo Metzmacher, Ingo Metzmacher, Bamberg Symphony
Bernstein: Prelude, Fugue and Riffs: No. 3, Riffs for EveryoneLeonard Bernstein, Wolfgang Meyer/Bamberger Symphoniker/Ingo Metzmacher, Ingo Metzmacher, Bamberg Symphony
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