The recent partnership of John Wilson and BBC SSO on record reaches this second volume in their invigorating exploration of fascinating orchestral works by Sir Richard Rodney Bennett. Less well known than his widely famous film music (Murder on the Orient Express, Four Weddings and a Funeral, etc.), the orchestral works featured here display the versatility with which Bennett contradicted the dogma of musical modernism at the time of their creation (60s-70s), as well as an evolution of his compositional style towards a musical language that spoke to audiences everywhere in the world. From the glittering Symphony No. 2 - generating subtle yet engaging musical contrasts on a large scale - to the jazzy Concerto for Stan Getz - featuring the saxophonist Howard McGill who has established himself as one of the greats of London's jazz scene - this album features works that break down the false walls between two musical worlds and will appeal to anyone willing to explore, discover, or simply enjoy great music.

Tracklist:

Concerto For Stan Getz: I. Con Fuoco
Concerto For Stan Getz: II. Elegy. Lento
Concerto For Stan Getz: III. Con Brio
Symphony No. 2: Ia. Allegro
Symphony No. 2: Ib. Moderato
Symphony No. 2: Ic. Vivace
Symphony No. 2: Id. Non Troppo Allegro
Serenade: I. Aubade. Allegro
Serenade: II. Siesta. Lento
Serenade: III. Nocturne. Molto Vivace
Partita: I. Intrada. Allegro Giocoso
Partita: II. Lullaby. Andante Con Moto
Partita: III. Finale. Vivo E Giocoso

UPC: 095115521229
Label: Chandos
Release Date: 7.6.18
Format: CD

Bennett / Mcgill - Orchestral Works 2 (CD)