
Dennis Russell Davies- Symphony 22: City of Light / Cto Cello & Orchestra (CD)
Hovhaness wrote stunning music, and many of his symphonies are coming into their own both on recordings and in concert halls. Almost unknown, however, is his Cello Concerto, composed early in his career (1936). It's a nice, if not glorious, work, and it foreshadows much of his later output. In particular, in it one gets the sense of his mysticism and spirituality which permeates his symphonies. Janos Starker plays it handsomely, the orchestra is good, and the phonics are excellent. The Symphony No. 22, titled "City of Light," is grand Hovhaness, with massive brass statements and elegant contrapuntal doodling. Again, playing and sound are first-rate. This CD is a beautiful bargain
Tracklist:
- Andante-Maestoso
- Allegro
- Andante
- Allegro Moderato
- Angel Of Light (Largo)
- Allegretto Grazioso
- Finale: Largo Maestoso
UPC > 636943915820
Format > New CD
Label > Naxos American
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Hovhaness wrote stunning music, and many of his symphonies are coming into their own both on recordings and in concert halls. Almost unknown, however, is his Cello Concerto, composed early in his career (1936). It's a nice, if not glorious, work, and it foreshadows much of his later output. In particular, in it one gets the sense of his mysticism and spirituality which permeates his symphonies. Janos Starker plays it handsomely, the orchestra is good, and the phonics are excellent. The Symphony No. 22, titled "City of Light," is grand Hovhaness, with massive brass statements and elegant contrapuntal doodling. Again, playing and sound are first-rate. This CD is a beautiful bargain
Tracklist:
- Andante-Maestoso
- Allegro
- Andante
- Allegro Moderato
- Angel Of Light (Largo)
- Allegretto Grazioso
- Finale: Largo Maestoso
UPC > 636943915820
Format > New CD
Label > Naxos American
Shop online at Darkside Records.
Follow us on Instagram.






