Frederick Fennell, a renowned conductor and advocate for wind ensembles, presents a captivating collection of his favorite works in "Fennell Favorites!". Released on March 1, 2012, this album is a testament to Fennell's distinguished career and his ability to bring out the best in the Dallas Wind Symphony. Spanning a concise yet engaging 59 minutes, the album is a diverse journey through classical and contemporary pieces, showcasing the versatility and richness of wind symphony music.
The album opens with a grand introduction, setting the stage for a performance that is both technically impressive and emotionally resonant. It features a mix of well-known classics and lesser-known gems, including Bach's "Passacaglia and Fugue in C Minor", arranged by D. Hunsberger, and the charming "Woodland Sketches" by Edward MacDowell, arranged by F. Winterbottom. These pieces are interspersed with works by less familiar composers, such as the "Symphony No. 1, Op. 26 'Ländliche Hochzeit'" by Vincent d'Indy and the "The Love for 3 Oranges Suite, Op. 33bis" by Sergei Prokofiev, offering a broad palette of sounds and styles.
Fennell's conducting is marked by a deep understanding of the music and a keen ear for detail, resulting in performances that are both precise and expressive. The Dallas Wind Symphony, under his baton, delivers a powerful and nuanced performance, showcasing the full range of the ensemble's capabilities. The album is a fitting tribute to Fennell's legacy and a delightful exploration of the wind symphony repertoire.
Introduction: Ladies and gentlemen Frederick Fennell and the Dallas Wind SymphonyAnnouncer, Jan. 8, 1992 - Meyerson Symphony Center
Passacaglia and Fugue in C Minor, BWV 582 (arr. D. Hunsberger)Johann Sebastian Bach, Donald Hunsberger, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
11 Chorale Preludes, Op. 122: No. 8. Es ist ein Ros' entsprungenJohannes Brahms, Ralph R. Guenther, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
11 Chorale Preludes, Op. 122: No. 7. O Gott, du frommer GottJohannes Brahms, Ralph R. Guenther, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Bojarernes intogsmarsch (Entry March of the Boyars) (arr. F. Fennell)Johan Halvorsen, Frederick Fennell, Dallas Wind Symphony
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 1. To a Wild RoseEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 2. Willo' the WispEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 3. At an Old Trysting PlaceEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 4. In AutumnEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 5. From an Indian LodgeEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 6. To a Water-lilyEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 7. From Uncle RemusEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 8. A Deserted FarmEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 9. By a Meadow BrookEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Woodland Sketches, Op. 51 (Arr. F. Winterbottom): No. 10. Told at SunsetEdward MacDowell, Frank Winterbottom, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Symphony No. 1, Op. 26 "Ländliche Hochzeit": Brautlied: IntermezzoKarl Goldmark, H. Kappey, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
Symphony No. 1, Op. 26 "Ländliche Hochzeit": Serenade: ScherzoKarl Goldmark, H. Kappey, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
The Love for 3 Oranges Suite, Op. 33bis: IV. ScherzoW.J. Duthoit, Sergei Prokofiev, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
The Love for 3 Oranges Suite, Op. 33bis: III. MarchW.J. Duthoit, Sergei Prokofiev, Dallas Wind Symphony, Frederick Fennell
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