Dive into the eclectic and enchanting world of Lord Berners with the 2000 release "Berners: Songs / Piano Music." This captivating collection offers a unique blend of songs and piano compositions that showcase Berners' distinctive style and versatility. The album spans a variety of genres and moods, from the playful "Polka" and whimsical "Red Roses and Red Noses" to the introspective "Fragments psychologiques" series and the dramatic "The Expulsion from Paradise." Berners' wit and sophistication shine through in pieces like "Dialogue between Tom Filuter and his Man by Ned the Dog Stealer" and "The Green-Eyed Monster," while his melodic prowess is evident in the tender "Lullaby" and the spirited "Valse." With a running time of just over 51 minutes, this album provides a rich and engaging exploration of Berners' musical genius, making it a delightful addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
(C) 2000 Marco-Polo(P) 2000 Marco-Polo
Tracks
PolkaLord Berners, Len Vorster
Lieder Album: No. 1, Du bist wie einer BlumeLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
Lieder Album: No. 2, Konig WiswamitraLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
Lieder Album: No. 3, WeihnachtsliedLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
Le poisson d'orLord Berners, Len Vorster
Dispute entre le papillon et le crapaudLord Berners, Len Vorster
3 Chansons: No. 1, RomanceLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 Chansons: No. 2, L' etoile filanteLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 Chansons: No. 3, La fiancee du timbalierLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 Petites marches funebres: No. 1, Pour un Homme d'etatLord Berners, Len Vorster
3 Petites marches funebres: No. 2, Pour un canariLord Berners, Len Vorster
3 Petites marches funebres: No. 3, Pour une tante a heritageLord Berners, Len Vorster
3 English Songs: No. 1, LullabyLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 English Songs: No. 2, The Lady Visitor in the Pauper WardLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 English Songs: No. 3, The Green-Eyed MonsterLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
Fragments psychologiques: La haineLord Berners, Len Vorster
Fragments psychologiques: Le rireLord Berners, Len Vorster
Fragments psychologiques: Un soupirLord Berners, Len Vorster
Dialogue between Tom Filuter and his Man by Ned the Dog StealerLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
MarchLord Berners, Len Vorster
The Expulsion from ParadiseLord Berners, Len Vorster
3 Songs: The Rio Grande (Capstan Shanty)Lord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 Songs: Theodore, or the Pirate KingLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
3 Songs: A Long Time Ago (Hilliard's Shanty)Lord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
ValseLord Berners, Len Vorster
Red Roses and Red NosesLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
Come on AlgernonLord Berners, Ian Partridge, Len Vorster
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