Thomas Clamor - Russian Classics (2017)

Once again, the Saxon Wind Philharmonic under Thomas Clamor unleashes a veritable display of musical fireworks: On their new GENUIN CD the musicians take us to Russia and all who are not yet fans of this fantastic ensemble would do well to come along! The recording offers numerous highlights: the syncopations of Shostakovich's Jazz Suite, the fairy tales of Stravinsky's Firebird, Tchaikovsky's buoyant Capriccio Italien and, not least, the fairy tale "Ruslan and Lyudmila." Once again, the Wind Philharmonic’s overwhelming splendor and captivating virtuosity are impressive. Hop on go east!

TRACKLIST

01. Ruslan & Lyudmila, Op. 5: Overture (Arr. M. Nestler for Wind Ensemble)
02. Suite for Variety Orchestra (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): I. March
03. Suite for Variety Orchestra (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): II. Lyric Waltz
04. Suite for Variety Orchestra (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): III. Dance No. 2
05. Suite for Variety Orchestra (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): IV. Waltz No. 2
06. Suite for Variety Orchestra (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): V. Finale
07. The Gadfly Suite, Op. 97a: III. Folk Feast (National Holiday) (Arr. G. Baumann for Wind Ensemble)
08. Capriccio Italien, Op. 45 (arr. P. Stalmeier for wind ensemble): Italian Capriccio, Op. 45, TH 47 (Arr. P. Stalmeier for Wind Ensemble)
09. Romeo & Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts) (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): I. The Montagues and the Capulets
10. Romeo & Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts) (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): II. The Street Awakens
11. Sachsische Blaserphilharmonie - Romeo & Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts) (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): III. Morning Dance
12. Romeo & Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts) (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): IV. At Friar Laurence's
13. Romeo & Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts) (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): V. Departure of the Guests
14. Romeo & Juliet, Op. 64 (Excerpts) (Arr. J. de Meij for Wind Ensemble): VI. The Montagues and the Capulets (Reprise)
15. The Firebird Suite (1919 Version) (Arr. R. Earles for Wind Ensemble): VI. Berceuse
16. The Firebird Suite (1919 Version) (Arr. R. Earles for Wind Ensemble): VII. Finale