Immerse yourself in the rich, resonant world of classical clarinet with Thea King's "The Clarinet in Concert, Vol. 2: Spohr, Rietz, Solère & Heinze." Released in 1989 under the Hyperion label, this chamber music album is a testament to King's virtuosity and the timeless compositions of Spohr, Rietz, Solère, and Heinze. Spanning a concise yet captivating hour, the album features nine tracks that showcase King's mastery of the clarinet, accompanied by the English Chamber Orchestra. From the lively "Variations in B-Flat Major, WoO 15" to the intricate "Sinfonie concertante for 2 Clarinets in F Major," each piece is a display of technical brilliance and artistic depth. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a delightful exploration of the clarinet's expressive range and the enduring appeal of these classical compositions.
Variations in B-Flat Major, WoO 15Louis Spohr, English Chamber Orchestra, Thea King, James Judd
Clarinet Concerto in G Minor, Op. 29: I. Allegro agitatoJulius Rietz, Thea King, Andrew Litton, English Chamber Orchestra
Clarinet Concerto in G Minor, Op. 29: II. AdagioJulius Rietz, English Chamber Orchestra, Andrew Litton, Thea King
Clarinet Concerto in G Minor, Op. 29: III. Allegro vivace – Allegro con fuocoJulius Rietz, Andrew Litton, English Chamber Orchestra, Thea King
Sinfonie concertante for 2 Clarinets in F Major: I. Allegro moderatoÉtienne Solère, Thea King, English Chamber Orchestra, Georgina Dobrée, Andrew Litton
Sinfonie concertante for 2 Clarinets in F Major: II. Rondeau. Allegro moderatoÉtienne Solère, Thea King, Georgina Dobrée, English Chamber Orchestra, Andrew Litton
Konzertstück in F Major: I. Allegro agitatoGustav Adolf Heinze, Thea King, James Judd, English Chamber Orchestra
Konzertstück in F Major: II. AllegrettoGustav Adolf Heinze, Thea King, James Judd, English Chamber Orchestra
Konzertstück in F Major: III. Allegro agitatoGustav Adolf Heinze, English Chamber Orchestra, James Judd, Thea King
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