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A. Schaposhnikov - Sonata
01 -
Andante con moto 5min 36 sec
02 -
Minuet 2min 44 sec
03 -
Allegro molto 3min 38 sec
04 -
J. Jongen - Danse Lente 4min 40 sec
05 -
M. Ravel - Pièce en Forme de habanera 2min 32 sec
06 -
G. Fauré - Pavane 6min 02 sec
07 -
H. Harty - In Ireland 6min 21 sec
08 -
C. Debussy - La Plus Que Lente 5min 02 sec
09 -
C. Salzedo - Chanson dans la nuit 4min 02 sec
10 -
A. Honegger - Danse de la Chèvre 3min 26 sec
A. Scott - Sonata
11 -
I 5min 22 sec
12 -
II 4min 24 sec
13 -
III 4min 51 sec
About this Recording
SONATA (ARA 101)
Recorded and edited byTim Redpath Artworkwww.horizonmusicproduction.com Produced and mixed byTim Redpath,
Lauren Scott and Russell Gillespie
Recorded atSt Mary the Virgin Church,
Weaverham, Cheshire
Photos - Daniel Parker www.danielparker.co.uk
This cd is framed by two substantial sonatas for flute and harp; one 20th century, the other 21st century, with dance and folk themes central to all the pieces on this recording.
The Schaposhnikov Sonata was written in 1925 and is a virtuostic showpiece for the flute and harp. The first movement is lyrical and French influenced, the second movement is a charming minuet, and the third movement is a lively folk inspired finale.
The sonata by Andy Scott was written in 2002 for the Arabesque Duo, and is a premier recording of this new piece for flute and harp. This sonata is influenced both by eastern European folk rhythms and jazz harmony. The writing calls for special effects and timbres, including using the harp as a percussion instrument to create rhythmic intensity.
The heart of this cd is the Hamilton Harty "In Ireland". This work dates from 1918 when it was originally composed for flute & piano (and was later adapted by the composer for flute, harp and orchestra). To set the scene, Harty has given the performers a taste of what is to come in one short sentence - "In a Dublin street at dusk two wandering street musicians are playing....."
The Ravel "Habanera", Debussy "La plus que lente" and Faure "Pavanne" are particular favourites of ours, all of them evocative French pieces based upon dances, that we have arranged for the duo. Honneger "Danse de la Chevre" and Salzedo "Chanson Dans la nuit" are pieces for solo flute and solo harp respectively. The Honneger was written in 1932 and portrays a day in the life of a goat! The Salzedo was written in 1927 and is a sultry dance of the night. They are both as fresh and timeless as the day they were written.
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Tranquil Classics
Arabesque Duo Flute - Russell Gillespie Harp - Lauren Scott
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Relax and unwind with 22 tranquil classics.
Over sixty minutes of beautifully played music by the Arabesque Duo.
Perfect for inspiration, entertainment, leisure and pleasure.
Enjoy!
Recorded and edited byTim Redpath Artworkwww.horizonmusicproduction.com Produced and mixed byTim Redpath,
Lauren Scott and Russell Gillespie
Recorded atSt Mary the Virgin Church,
Weaverham, Cheshire
Photos - Daniel Parker www.danielparker.co.uk
If you are in the UK, buy now from astute music Ltd Your purchase of this CD will be handled by our Publishers Astute Music Ltd. Please note that all payments for CDs are now only handled securely via PayPal. You do not need an account with PayPal and can pay with most major cards.