Michael Tippett's "New Year" is a captivating neoclassical album set to release on March 14, 2025, under NMC Recordings. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 52 minutes, this album is a profound exploration of Tippett's compositional genius, divided into three acts, each with its own preludes, scenes, and interludes. The tracklist is a journey through intricate musical narratives, with titles that evoke a sense of mystery and drama, such as "Children of the Terror Town," "Manifest, Manifest Am I," and "The Paradise Dance." Tippett's mastery of neoclassical composition shines through in this ambitious work, offering a rich and immersive listening experience. The album is a testament to Tippett's ability to weave complex themes and emotions into a cohesive musical tapestry, making "New Year" a significant addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
New Year, Act I: Prelude: Our World Is Wicked...Michael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 1: Safe, Safe, SafeMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 1: Donny, Donny, Why Are You Here?Michael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 1: Children of the Terror TownMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 1: Donny’s SkaradeMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 1: Stop Now for That’s EnoughMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 1: Waifs and Orphans…Michael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I: Interlude: Nowhere…Is Where We Dream We MayMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 2: Tomorrow’s LaboratoryMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 2: Who Is That?Michael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 2: Manifest, Manifest Am IMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I: Interlude: Mysterious Is the DreamMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act I Scene 3: I Am Pelegrin…Michael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II: Prelude: Watch While They DanceMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 1: Mummers and MountebanksMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 1: The Shaman DanceMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 1: The Hunt - Round and About... - The Beating OutMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 2: Thrice Magic MachineMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 2: Who, Who Are You, Strange People?Michael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 2: Pelegrin…You Betrayed MeMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 2: Stand Back, Stand BackMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act II Scene 3: Hand Clap HimMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III: Prelude: Our World’s Still Wicked - When the Dreaded MomentMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 1: Donny, Donny, Nan Is HereMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 1: That Will Do NowMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 1: Donny’s DreamMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 1: Pelegrin Is HereMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III: Interlude: Oh, If We Could See Them in Their SaucerMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 2: Dark, Dark, DarkMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 2: The Paradise DanceMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Interlude: Dancers We Must Hurry, HurryMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III Scene 3: FinaleMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
New Year, Act III: Go, Go, Go - Time Must Stand StillMichael Tippett, Martyn Brabbins, BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, BBC Singers
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