Dive into the rich history and versatility of the simple-system clarinet with Colin Lawson's "100 Years of the Simple-System Clarinet." Released on January 1, 2003, under the Clarinet and Saxophone Classics label, this chamber music album is a celebration of the instrument's enduring legacy. Spanning a little over an hour and nineteen minutes, the album features a diverse collection of pieces that showcase the clarinet's expressive range and technical brilliance.
Colin Lawson, a renowned clarinetist and scholar, curates this album with a keen eye for both classic and lesser-known works. The tracklist includes a variety of compositions, from the playful "Pensées fugitives" to the serene "Pastorale & Bourrée," and the dynamic "Phantasy Suite, Op. 91." Each piece is meticulously performed, highlighting the clarinet's unique timbre and Lawson's virtuosic skill.
This album is not just a collection of music but a historical journey through the evolution of the simple-system clarinet. It offers a glimpse into the instrument's past while also showcasing its continued relevance in contemporary chamber music. Whether you're a seasoned clarinet enthusiast or a newcomer to the instrument, "100 Years of the Simple-System Clarinet" promises an enriching and enjoyable listening experience.
(C) 2003 Clarinet and Saxophone Classics(P) 2003 Clarinet and Saxophone Classics
Tracks
Pensées fugitives: I. Mélodie-capriceJoseph Williams, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Pensées fugitives: II. BoleroJoseph Williams, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Sweet Dreams, Op. 300Charles Oberthür, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Romance for Clarinet & PianoArthur Somervell, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Duo concertante (Version for Clarinet & Piano)Charles Harford Lloyd, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Pastorale & Bourrée (Version for Clarinet & Piano): I. PastoraleEdward German, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Pastorale & Bourrée (Version for Clarinet & Piano): II. BourréeEdward German, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
4 Meditations, Set 2: No. 1, Andante espressivoRichard Henry Walthew, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
4 Meditations, Set 2: No. 2, Allegretto quasi allegroRichard Henry Walthew, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
4 Meditations, Set 2: No. 3, Poco lentoRichard Henry Walthew, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
4 Meditations, Set 2: No. 4, Allegro tranquilloRichard Henry Walthew, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Souvenir d'IspahanAlfred Pratt, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
6 Mezzotints, Op. 55: No. 1 in C Minor, Nocturne. Larghetto sostenuto (Version for Clarinet & Piano)Joseph Holbrooke, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Idyll for Clarinet & PianoRalph Greaves, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Romance & Waltz: I. RomanceWilliam Lovelock, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Romance & Waltz: II. WaltzWilliam Lovelock, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Happy TuneAdam Carse, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Gavotte for Clarinet & PianoCharles Robert Yuille-Smith, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Phantasy Suite, Op. 91: I. Andante espressivoThomas Dunhill, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Phantasy Suite, Op. 91: II. AllegrettoThomas Dunhill, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Phantasy Suite, Op. 91: III. Allegro con fuocoThomas Dunhill, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Phantasy Suite, Op. 91: IV. Andantino seriosoThomas Dunhill, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Phantasy Suite, Op. 91: V. Vivace assaiThomas Dunhill, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
Phantasy Suite, Op. 91: VI. Andante espressivoThomas Dunhill, Colin Lawson, Francis Pott
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