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Porgy and Bess (Oper in 3 Akten): Fantasie f?r Violine und Orchester (bearb. von Alexander Courage) 01. "1. It ain't necessarily so"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : II I got Plenty o'nuttin' 02. "2. I got plenty o' nuttin'"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : III My Man's Gone Now 03. "3. My man's gone now"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : IV Summertime 04. "4. Summertime"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : V There's a Boat that's Leavin' 05. "5. There's a boat that's leavin'"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : VI Bess You is My Woman Now 06. "6. Bess you is my woman now"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : VII Andantino con molto calore 07. "7. Andantino con molto calore"
Fantasy on Porgy & Bess : VIII Cadenza and Finale 08. "8. Cadenza - Finale"
Serenade f?r Violine und Orchester (nach Platos Symposium) (1954) 09. "1. Phaedrus (Pausanias): Lento - Allegro"
Serenade after Plato's Symposium : II Aristophanes [Allegretto] 10. "2. Aristophanes: Allegretto"
Serenade after Plato's Symposium : III Eryximachus [Presto] 11. "3. Eryximachus: Presto"
Serenade after Plato's Symposium : IV Agathon [Adagio] 12. "4. Agathon: Adagio"
Serenade after Plato's Symposium : Socrates Alcibiade [Molto tenuto and Allegro molto vivace] 13. "5. Socrates (Alcibiades): Molto tenuto - Allegro molto vivace" 14. "Carmen-Fantasie (nach Georges Bizet) (f?r Violine und Orchester)"
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Rachel Kolly D'alba |
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| Description: | Liner notes in English and French
Recording location: La Cit?, Le Centre des Concerts de Nantes, October & November 2011
Publishers: Schott & Co. (Porgy and Bess Fantasy); Unoversal Music Publishing (Serenade; Carmen Fantasie)
Booklet editing: WLP Ltd
Introductory note ? 2012 Rachel Kolly d'Alba
Translation ? 2012 Warner Classics, Warner Music UK Ltd
All photos except p.17 ? Tom Barnes
Stylist Desir?e Lederer @ OBrepresents wearing Purple one-shoulder dress by Suzanne Neville
& flower ring by Butler and Wilson
Black dress and fluffy blue shrug by Bernshaw
Stylist Desir?e Lederer @ OBrepresents wearing cream beaded silk dress by Ritva Westenius
Black silk and crystal corset and skirt by Suzanne Neville
Made in the EU"American Serenade" on CD is an elegant and emotionally rich recording by violinist Rachel Kolly D'Alba, released by the renowned classical label Warner Classics. The program focuses on American repertoire and American-inspired sound worlds, blending lyrical, singing melodies with rhythmic vitality and a modern, cinematic color palette. Listeners can expect a journey through atmospheric, often introspective pieces alongside more virtuosic and passionate works, all captured in high-fidelity sound that highlights the warmth and nuance of the violin. The album is curated as a cohesive serenade: intimate in tone, yet wide in emotional range - ideal both for focused listening and as an evocative companion for quiet evenings.
Rachel Kolly D'Alba is known for her expressive playing, refined technique and strong narrative sense in music-making. Over the years she has established herself on the international classical scene with acclaimed concerto appearances and recital programs, as well as a series of recordings that underline her versatility and artistic depth. Her interpretations are often praised for their combination of precision and spontaneity, conveying both structural clarity and heartfelt emotion. On "American Serenade", this musical personality comes to the fore in long-breathed phrasing, subtle color changes and a natural, unforced virtuosity that serves the character of each piece rather than mere display.
Warner Classics, the producer of this CD, is one of the leading global labels in classical music. With a rich catalog that spans historical archive recordings and cutting-edge contemporary productions, the label has a long tradition of working with world-class artists, orchestras and ensembles. Warner Classics is known for its high production standards, carefully curated repertoire and strong editorial vision, making it a trusted reference for discerning classical listeners. The release of "American Serenade" under this imprint situates the album within a distinguished catalogue and ensures both excellent sound quality and thoughtful presentation, from recording to booklet and packaging. |
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Concerto
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- Accordion 6- Bassoon 18- Bugle 35- Cello 201- Clarinet 62- Double Bass 8- Early Instrum. 11- Flute 84- Guitar 28- Harp 17- Harpsichord 26- Lute 4- Mandolin 4- Oboe 45- Organ 34- Other Concerto 9- Other Concerto 1.299- Percussion 7- Piano 729- Recorder 18- Saxophone 19- Solo Instruments 33- Trombone 15- Trumpet 85- Tuba 9- Viola 23- Violin 559Other Classic 3.451Symphonic Music 14.562
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