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Bt scottish ensemble plays shostakovich

In a passionate and emotionally gripping recording, Scottish Ensemble performs Shostakovich's deeply personal Chamber Symphony, a transcription by Rudolf Barshai of the composer's monument to 'the victims of fascism and war'. Originally released in 2000 'Shostakovich: Chamber Symphony' has been re-issued as part of Linn's ECHO series which offers a second chance to enjoy the best of the label's award-winning catalogue. The Chamber Symphony is a gripping portrayal of the brutality of con?ict. It's jagged, dynamic rhythms in the central sections are contrasted by elegiac outer movements that never fail to move the listener. In contrast the Piano Concerto is one of the most exuberant examples of Shostakovich's wonderfully subversive sense of humour. Sophia Rahman and John Wallace are the highly accomplished soloists who excel in this repertoire. The programme concludes with the rarely heard Two pieces for string octet which includes the feverishly brilliant Scherzo. Re-defining the string orchestra, Scottish Ensemble inspires audiences with vibrant and powerful performances. Scottish Ensemble is the UK's only professional string orchestra, built around a core of twelve outstanding string players. The ensemble is known both in the UK and internationally for it's versatility and ambitious programming. Performing standing up, the individual layers bring an energetic and passionate dynamic to every performance.

Country of Pressing	US
Artist	Fitz-Gerald
Released	2000
Music Genre	Classical
Label	LINN RECORDS
Condition	New
UPC	691062009539
SKU	al-691062009539

1.1 CHM Sym in C, Op.110A: I. Largo - BT Scottish Ensemble
1.2 CHM Sym in C, Op.110A: II. Allegro Molto - BT Scottish Ensemble
1.3 CHM Sym in C, Op.110A: III. Allegretto - BT Scottish Ensemble
1.4 CHM Sym in C, Op.110A: IV. Largo - BT Scottish Ensemble
1.5 CHM Sym in C, Op.110A: V. Largo - BT Scottish Ensemble
1.6 Pno Con No.1 in C, Op.35: I. Allegro Moderato - John Wallace/Sophia Rahman
1.7 Pno Con No.1 in C, Op.35: II. Lento - John Wallace/Sophia Rahman
1.8 Pno Con No.1 in C, Op.35: III. Moderato - John Wallace/Sophia Rahman
1.9 Pno Con No.1 in C, Op.35: IV. Allegro Con Brio - John Wallace/Sophia Rahman
1.10 Two Pieces, Op.11: PRLD: Adagio - BT Scottish Ensemble
1.11 Two Pieces, Op.11: Scherzo: Allegro Molto - BT Scottish Ensemble