Bliss: The Olympians

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the grand orchestral spectacle of Arthur Bliss's "Bliss: The Olympians," a monumental work released on June 10, 2008, under the Opera d'Oro label. Spanning an impressive two hours and two minutes, this album is a testament to Bliss's mastery of orchestral composition. With twenty tracks, all titled "The Olympians," the album offers a deep dive into Bliss's evocative and powerful musical language. Each track is a journey through the mythical and heroic, showcasing Bliss's ability to convey grandeur and drama through his compositions. This is a piece that demands attention and rewards patience, offering a rich and immersive experience for classical music enthusiasts.

10 juni 20082008 Opera d'Oro2008 Opera d'Oro

Tracks

The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Ann Pashley, Polyphonia Orchestra, Ambrosian Singers, Raimund Herincx, Bryan Fairfax
3:39
The OlympiansRaimund Herincx, Polyphonia Orchestra, Ann Pashley, Ambrosian Singers, William McAlpine, Bryan Fairfax
4:14
The OlympiansAnn Pashley, Polyphonia Orchestra, Raimund Herincx, William McAlpine, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
3:55
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Ambrosian Singers, Ann Pashley, Raimund Herincx, Polyphonia Orchestra, Bryan Fairfax
7:05
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Polyphonia Orchestra, Ann Pashley, Ambrosian Singers, Raimund Herincx, Bryan Fairfax
6:17
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Ann Pashley, Raimund Herincx, Ambrosian Singers, Polyphonia Orchestra, Bryan Fairfax
11:53
The OlympiansRaimund Herincx, Ann Pashley, William McAlpine, Polyphonia Orchestra, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
4:02
The OlympiansRaimund Herincx, Ann Pashley, William McAlpine, Ambrosian Singers, Polyphonia Orchestra, Bryan Fairfax
3:40
The OlympiansAnn Pashley, William McAlpine, Raimund Herincx, Ambrosian Singers, Polyphonia Orchestra, Bryan Fairfax
4:43
The OlympiansAmbrosian Singers, Polyphonia Orchestra, William McAlpine, Raimund Herincx, Ann Pashley, Bryan Fairfax
6:00
The OlympiansPolyphonia Orchestra, Ambrosian Singers, William McAlpine, Raimund Herincx, Ann Pashley, Bryan Fairfax
6:36
The OlympiansAnn Pashley, Polyphonia Orchestra, Raimund Herincx, William McAlpine, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
8:34
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Raimund Herincx, Ambrosian Singers, Ann Pashley, Polyphonia Orchestra, Bryan Fairfax
4:40
The OlympiansAnn Pashley, Raimund Herincx, Polyphonia Orchestra, William McAlpine, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
6:30
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Ann Pashley, Raimund Herincx, Polyphonia Orchestra, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
9:53
The OlympiansPolyphonia Orchestra, William McAlpine, Ambrosian Singers, Raimund Herincx, Ann Pashley, Bryan Fairfax
7:05
The OlympiansAnn Pashley, Ambrosian Singers, Polyphonia Orchestra, Raimund Herincx, William McAlpine, Bryan Fairfax
3:15
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Ann Pashley, Raimund Herincx, Polyphonia Orchestra, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
4:39
The OlympiansWilliam McAlpine, Ann Pashley, Polyphonia Orchestra, Raimund Herincx, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
5:16
The OlympiansPolyphonia Orchestra, William McAlpine, Ann Pashley, Raimund Herincx, Ambrosian Singers, Bryan Fairfax
10:32

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About Arthur Bliss

Arthur Bliss was a prominent English composer and conductor, born in 1891 and passing away in 1975. His work spans a wide range of genres, from orchestral and choral pieces to operas and film scores. Bliss's compositions are known for their rich harmonies, evocative melodies, and dynamic rhythms, often reflecting his deep connection to nature and his experiences during World War I. As a conductor, he was highly respected for his insightful interpretations and ability to bring out the best in orchestras. Bliss's contributions to music left a lasting impact, making him a significant figure in 20th-century classical music.

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