Ian Mitchell is a leading performer on all members of the clarinet family and has made recordings with most of them. Here, a range of contemporary pieces (and one Romantic) demonstrate the range and mellifluousness of the bass clarinet, in music of several styles from the jazz-influenced to vocal and ensemble pieces. Works by leading American and British composers and some who deserve wider recognition based on the fine pieces presented here are featured. Included is a suite by William O. Smith, better known as jazz legend Bill Smith, for two bass clarinets. Ian Mitchell has for many years also led the Gemini ensemble, which is very highly regarded in the UK for it's work in modern music. Guest appearances from Friends complete a fine line up of expert musicians.

Tracklist:

Phantasy Quintet, Op. 93
Jazz Set For 2 Bass Clarinets: I. Swinging
Jazz Set For 2 Bass Clarinets: II. Moderato
Jazz Set For 2 Bass Clarinets: III. Slow
Jazz Set For 2 Bass Clarinets: IV. Energetic
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Owl Of The Hazels: I. I Woke Up Early
Owl Of The Hazels: II. I Am Lost, Mother
Aragonesca: I. Tempo Di Son
Aragonesca: II. Tempo Di Danzón - Mambo
Aragonesca: III. Tempo Di Rumba
Double
Birds, Earth, Sun, Sky & Water: I. Across The Red Sky
Birds, Earth, Sun, Sky & Water: II. The Awakening River
Concertino For Bass Clarinet & String Trio: I. Robotic
Concertino For Bass Clarinet & String Trio: II. Suave, Serene
Concertino For Bass Clarinet & String Trio: III. Valse
The Riot

UPC: 809730857928
Label: Metier
Release Date: 9.21.18
Format: CD

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