Dive into the enchanting world of Carey Blyton's latest release, "A Shoal of Fishes," a captivating exploration of musical artistry set to release on February 2, 2024, under the label Sleeveless. This 55-minute journey is a testament to Blyton's unique compositional style, blending intricate wind instrumentals with evocative themes inspired by nature and classical influences.
The album opens with the nine-movement suite "A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88," each piece named after different fish, offering a rich tapestry of sounds that are both delicate and profound. Following this is "A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49," a sprawling 23-part work that delves into the nuances of various fish species, showcasing Blyton's ability to translate natural imagery into musical form.
Blyton's versatility shines through in "Five Diversions, Op. 1b," a collection of pieces that range from the introspective "Vacilación" to the lively "A Little Waltz." The album also includes standalone gems like "Carp in the Rain, Op. 86" and "The Indian Coffee House Roof Garden Orchestra Tango, Op. 92b," each offering a distinct flavor of Blyton's creative genius.
Rounding out the album is "A Little Trio for Wind Instruments, Op. 18b," a three-part suite that begins with a triumphant "Fanfare," followed by the serene "Faburden 'Brittany Beach'," and culminating in the nostalgic "Finale 'Memories of the Opera'."
"A Shoal of Fishes" is not just an album; it's a celebration of Carey Blyton's musical prowess, inviting listeners to immerse themselves in a world where nature and classical music intertwine in the most beautiful ways.
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Tracks
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: I. TobiuwoCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: II. SuzukiCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: III. EbiCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: IV. Shima-hataCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: V. AiCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: VI. AkodaiCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: VII. BoraCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: VIII. KoiCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Shoal of Fishes, Op. 88: IX. SabaCarey Blyton, Harriet Adie
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: I. PreludeCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: II. The GudgeonCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: III. The LoachCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: IV. The Minnow or PenkCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: V. The CarpCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: VI. The Umber or GraylingCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: VII. The EelCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: VIII. The Luce or PikeCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: IX. The Miller's Thumb or BullheadCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: X. The SticklebackCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XI. The Dace or DareCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XII. The TenchCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XIII. The PearchCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XIV. The Pope of RuffleCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XV. The Chavender of ChubCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XVI. The BreamCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XVII. The TroutCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XVIII. The Bleak or Freshwater SpratCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XIX. The RoachCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XX. The BarbelCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XXI. The RudCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XXII. The SalmonCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet, Ian Partridge
A Catch for Wind Instruments, Op. 49: XXIII. PostludeCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
Five Diversions, Op. 1b: I. VacilaciónCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
Five Diversions, Op. 1b: II. The Lake at EveningCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
Five Diversions, Op. 1b: III. The Girl with the Auburn HairCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
Five Diversions, Op. 1b: IV. Twilit WillowsCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
Five Diversions, Op. 1b: V. A Little WaltzCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
Carp in the Rain, Op. 86Carey Blyton, Derek Foster
The Indian Coffee House Roof Garden Orchestra Tango, Op. 92bCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
A Little Trio for Wind Instruments, Op. 18b: I. FanfareCarey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
A Little Trio for Wind Instruments, Op. 18b: II. Faburden "Brittany Beach"Carey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
A Little Trio for Wind Instruments, Op. 18b: III. Finale "Memories of th Opera"Carey Blyton, Chameleon Arts Wind Quintet
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