Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Percy Grainger with "The Grainger Edition, Vol. 15," a captivating collection of his diverse and innovative compositions. Released on August 1, 2000, under the esteemed Chandos label, this album spans a rich hour and ten minutes of music, showcasing Grainger's unique blend of folk influences, modernist techniques, and orchestral brilliance.
The album features a compelling array of tracks, from the lively "Green Bushes" and the evocative "Hill-Song No. 2" to the poignant "Danny Boy" and the spirited "English Dance No. 1 (Version for Orchestra)." Grainger's fascination with folk music shines through in pieces like "Irish Tune from County Derry" and "Ye Banks and Braes O' Bonnie Doon," while his experimental side is evident in works such as "The Immovable Do" and "The Power of Rome and the Christian Heart: Thanksgiving Song."
This volume is a testament to Grainger's enduring legacy as a composer and arranger, offering a glimpse into his creative genius and his ability to transcend musical boundaries. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Grainger's work or a newcomer to his oeuvre, "The Grainger Edition, Vol. 15" promises a rewarding and engaging listening experience.
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Tracks
Green Bushes, BFMS 12Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
Hill-Song No. 2Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
The Merry King, BFMS 39Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott, Paul Janes
Youthul Suite: IV. Eastern IntermezzoPercy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
Colonial Song: Colonial song (1919 Version)Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
Spoon River, AFMS 2Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
Lord Maxwell's Goodnight, BFMS 14Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
The Power of Rome and the Christian Heart: Thanksgiving SongPercy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
The Immovable DoPercy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
Irish Tune from County Derry, BFMS 29, "Danny Boy"Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
Ye Banks and Braes O' Bonnie Doon, BFMS 31Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott
English Dance No. 1 (Version for Orchestra)Percy Grainger, Richard Hickox, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Jonathan Scott