Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of English melody with Victoria Soames-Samek's "On the Winds of English Melody," a captivating chamber music album released in 1999 under the Clarinet and Saxophone Classics label. This exquisite collection showcases Soames-Samek's virtuosity on the clarinet, accompanied by piano, as she navigates a diverse repertoire that spans sonatas, folk song studies, and bagatelles.
The album opens with Beethoven's Clarinet Sonata, Op. 129, a cornerstone of the clarinet repertoire, followed by Ralph Vaughan Williams' Six Studies in English Folk Song, beautifully arranged for clarinet and piano. These pieces offer a glimpse into the rich tapestry of English folk music, each study named after a different folk song and evoking the spirit of its melody.
Soames-Samek's interpretation of the Fantasy-Sonata in E-Flat Major and the Clarinet Sonatina in G Minor, Op. 29, by Carl Reinecke, demonstrates her technical prowess and musical sensitivity. The album also includes the charming Five Bagatelles, Op. 23, by Gerald Finzi, and a serene Pastoral, rounding out this diverse and engaging program.
With a duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, "On the Winds of English Melody" is a testament to Victoria Soames-Samek's artistry and her deep connection to the music she performs. Whether you're a seasoned clarinet enthusiast or new to the world of chamber music, this album offers a delightful and enriching listening experience.
(C) 1999 Clarinet and Saxophone Classics(P) 1999 Clarinet and Saxophone Classics
Tracks
Clarinet Sonata, Op. 129: I. Allegro moderatoCharles Villiers Stanford, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
Clarinet Sonata, Op. 129: II. Caoine. Adagio quasi fantasiaCharles Villiers Stanford, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
Clarinet Sonata, Op. 129: III. Allegro graziosoCharles Villiers Stanford, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
6 Studies in English Folk Song (Version for Clarinet & Piano): No. 1, Lovely on the Water. AdagioRalph Vaughan Williams, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
6 Studies in English Folk Song (Version for Clarinet & Piano): No. 2, Spurn Point. Andante sostenutoRalph Vaughan Williams, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
6 Studies in English Folk Song (Version for Clarinet & Piano): No. 3, Van Diemen's Land. LarghettoRalph Vaughan Williams, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
6 Studies in English Folk Song (Version for Clarinet & Piano): No. 4, The Lady and the Dragon. LentoRalph Vaughan Williams, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
6 Studies in English Folk Song (Version for Clarinet & Piano): No. 5, She Borrowed Some of Her Mother's Gold. Andante tranquilloRalph Vaughan Williams, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
6 Studies in English Folk Song (Version for Clarinet & Piano): No. 6, As I Walked over London Bridge. Allegro vivaceRalph Vaughan Williams, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
Fantasy-Sonata in E-Flat Major: III. Andante, cantando ed un poco misterioso - Variations - AndanteJohn Ireland, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
5 Bagatelles, Op. 23: No. 1, PreludeGerald Finzi, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
5 Bagatelles, Op. 23: No. 2, RomanceGerald Finzi, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
5 Bagatelles, Op. 23: No. 3, CarolGerald Finzi, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
5 Bagatelles, Op. 23: No. 4, ForlanaGerald Finzi, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
5 Bagatelles, Op. 23: No. 5, FughettaGerald Finzi, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
PastoralArthur Bliss, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
Clarinet Sonatina in G Minor, Op. 29: I. Allegro con brioMalcolm Arnold, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
Clarinet Sonatina in G Minor, Op. 29: II. AndantinoMalcolm Arnold, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
Clarinet Sonatina in G Minor, Op. 29: III. FuriosoMalcolm Arnold, Victoria Soames-Samek, John Flinders
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