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Young Persons Guide/Simple Sym [Import]

Benjamin Britten (Artist) | Format: Audio CD
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1. The Young Person's Guide To The Orchestra, Op.34
2. Simple Symphony, Op.4: I. Boisterous Bourree - Allegro ritmico
3. Simple Symphony, Op.4: II. Playful Pizzicato - Presto Possibile pozzicato sempre
4. Simple Symphony, Op.4: III. Sentimental Saraband - Poco lento e pesante
5. Simple Symphony, Op.4: IV. Frolicsome Finale - Prestissimo con fuoco
6. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Introduction And Theme
7. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Adagio
8. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: March
9. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Romance
10. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Aria Italiana
11. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Bourree Classique
12. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Wiener Walzer
13. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Moto Perpetuo
14. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Funeral March
15. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Chant
16. Variations On A Theme Of Frank Bridge, Op.10: Fugue And Finale

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Back in the 1960s, Benjamin Britten's recordings of his own music set new standards, not only for the quality of the performances, but also for that of the recordings. Take the Young Person's Guide: every solo instrument is naturally highlighted, but within an ambience that allows the full orchestra to make a real impact in the closing fugue. And with Britten giving them their head, the LSO really let rip! There's still no better work to introduce the orchestra to enquiring minds, and the other two works featured here continue that process of learning through enjoyment at which Britten had few equals. The Frank Bridge Variations take a quaint melody by the composer's mentor, and fashion a wealth of new ideas from it--running the gamut of emotions from the uproarious to the tragic. The Simple Symphony is the teenage Britten's artful recycling of a number of tunes written in boyhood--a testament to his startlingly early maturity. The LSO strings combine virtuosity and insight to telling effect. Educational, enlightening and, above all, fun! --Richard Whitehouse

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5.0 out of 5 stars By definition...definitive Dec 6 2003
By Frank C. Adams
Format:Audio CD
Unlike most listeners, I bought this for the 'Frank Bridge' work; I originally had it on LP, from over 20 years ago. The variations are, I think, one of the masterpieces of 20th century music. It was his first commission to receive widesprad attention and for good reason: his mastery of string instrumentation and sonics is truly astonishing. It is a piece I constantly return to.

The 'Young Person's Guide' is totally satisfying as well. Britten's interpretation is much more 'baroque' than the full orchestral sound we are used to; but it is much more convincing, particarly as the theme is by Purcell. And the 'Simple Symphony' is as charming as others have noted. All are recorded with excellent sound.

Britten as interpreted by Britten has to be considered definitive!

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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful recording Jun 9 2001
By A Customer
Format:Audio CD
This is the absolute best recording of Simple Symphony I can find. Var. on Frank Bridge is nice and Young Person's Guide is also excellent.
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5.0 out of 5 stars The Music Itself Nov 27 1998
By chin@midmonet.net -
Format:Audio CD
I am not sure of the CD, but the music itself is just plain beautiful. The Simple Symphony is a fantastic orchestral composition,by the great contemporary composer, Benjamin Britten. All classical music lovers should listen to this selection.
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