Composer and “American Mystic” Alan Hovhaness found a unique way to express his reverence for our earth and all its creatures. Revisiting this wonderful recording may provide a momentary respite at this time of heartbreaking disaster in the Gulf of Mexico. “Mysterious Mountain” is probably Hovhaness’ most famous symphonic work. “And God Created Great Whales”…
MOZART: Clarinet Concerto • Clarinet Quintet David Shifrin, clarinet Gerard Schwarz, conductor Mostly Mozart Orchestra Chamber Music Northwest: Ida Kavafian, violin • Theodore Arm, violin • Toby Apel, violin • Fred Sherry, cello. Clarinet Concerto in A Major, K. 622: Allegro • Adagio • RondoClarinet Quintet in A Major, K. 581: Allegro * Larghetto *…
THE SOUND OF TRUMPETS Gerard Schwarz, conductor, trumpet New York Trumpet Ensemble New York Chamber Symphony[DE 3002] Record of the Year —Stereo Review “an audiophile’s dream come true” —The New York Times ALTENBURG: Concerto in D Major: Allegro • Andante • Vivace • Gerard Schwarz (piccolo A) • Mark Gould (piccolo A) • Ed Carroll…
Romance ClassicsDE 1602 Here is a special collection of great classics in the romantic vein. The booklet’s introduction, quoted below, is meant to set the stage for a romantic interpretation of the CD’s contents, and to suggest a romantic writer’s view of the program. Music is an invitation to explore a particular terrain, experience a…
