Orchestra Nova under respected conductor George Vass return to Resonus with a recording of major works for soloists, choir and orchestra by contemporary British composer James Francis Brown. In an album of world premiere recordings, this enterprising ensemble is joined by Benjamin Nabarro, Rachel Roberts and Gemma Rosefield for the exquisite Trio Concertante, while Catriona Scott and The Choir of Royal Holloway vividly bring to life Brown's Clarinet Concerto (Lost Lanes - Shallow Groves) and his inspired trio of psalm settings The Heavens and the Heart. James Francis Brown studied composition at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He has made significant contributions to chamber music, and has arranged several well-known pieces for the Royal Opera House and the City of London Festival. He has held multiple fellowships and composer-in-residence titles, including at the International Musicians Seminar, Prussia Cove, and Ulverston Festival.

Tracklist:

Trio Concertante
Clarinet Concerto (Lost Lanes - Shadow Groves): I. Broad Sky - Interlude I
Clarinet Concerto (Lost Lanes - Shadow Groves): II. Dark Lane - Interlude II
Clarinet Concerto (Lost Lanes - Shadow Groves): III. Around The Church - Interlude III
Clarinet Concerto (Lost Lanes - Shadow Groves): IV. The Far Grove
The Heavens And The Heart: I. Caeli Enarrant Gloriam Dei (Psalm 19)
The Heavens And The Heart: II. Si Vere Utique Justitiam Loquimini (Psalm 58)
The Heavens And The Heart: III. Bonum Est Confiteri Domino (Psalm 92)

UPC: 5060262791349
Label: Resonus Classics
Release Date: 11.16.18
Format: CD

Orchestra Nova - Heavens & Heart (CD)