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CD250: WOODWIND TREASURES, Westwood Wind Quintet. August Klughardt: Quintet, op. 79; Luciano Berio: Opus Number Zoo; George Heussenstamm: Seven Etudes for Oboe, Clarinet, and
Bassoon; Boris Pillin: Scherzo; Robert
Linn: Woodwind Quintet; Herman Stein: Sour
Suite.
The Quintet by
August Klughardt (1847-1902) is as close to
Brahms as woodwind ensembles have. This is a lush, Romantic piece and this is
the only recording of it. The other pieces were all first recordings and most are still the only recordings
available.
The Westwood Wind Quintet was founded in 1959 and
performed actively for close to 40 years, during which time it gave over 3000
concerts and recorded more than 15 albums. This CD is made from recordings in
1971 and 1981. In the mid-1980s, Daniel Carriaga,
music critic with the Los Angeles Times, wrote “An Accumulation of
instrumental polish and important repertoire over a long period has resulted in
a treasurable sense of ensemble and musical solidity.”
UPC
009414725028 BUY NOW Click here for cover photo and
details
Klughardt and Berio:
John Barcellona, Flute; Peter Christ, Oboe;
David Atkins, Clarinet; Kenneth Meyer, Bassoon; Calvin Smith, Horn.
Other works: Gretel
Shanley, Flute; Peter Christ, Oboe; David Atkins, Clarinet; Robert Henderson,
Horn; Kay Brightman, Bassoon.
Sound
samples (uses RealPlayer) Click on the link to hear approximately one
minute of the movement shown.
Klughardt Quintet: Mvt 1(Allegro
non troppo) Mvt 2(Allegro
Vivace) Mvt3(Andante) Mvt 4(Adagio) Berio Opus Number Zoo: Tom Cats Grey Mouse Fawn Barn Dance Heussenstam Etudes: Mvt 1(Andante) Mvt 2(Allegro
assai) Mvt 3(Allegretto) Mvt 4(Larghetto) Mvt 5(Allegro
giocoso) Mvt 6(Allegro) Mvt 7(Moderato) Pillin: Scherzo Linn
Quintet: Mvt 1(Allegro) Mvt 2(Adagio) Mvt 3(Allegro) Stein
Sour Suite: Parade Larry's Lullaby Bagatelle Lucky Seven-Eight
CD251: DANZI AND TAFFANEL, Soni Ventorum Wind
Quintet. Franz Danzi: Quintets in F Major, op. 68, no. 2; and D Minor, op. 68, no.
3. Paul Taffanel:Wind Quintet in G Minor.
The two Danzi Quintets presented here were likely the last two of his nine
woodwind quintets. They and the Taffanel Quintet
are superb examples of woodwind writing in the early and late 19th century.
Soni Ventorum Wind
Quintet was active as a concert and recording ensemble from 1961 through
2001. The group was formed when Pablo Casals asked the players to become the
woodwind faculty of his newly founded Conservatory of Music of Puerto Rico. For
many years Soni Ventorum was
the woodwind and horn faculty at the University of Washington. Members on this
recording are Felix Skowronek, flute; Laila
Storch, oboe; William McColl, clarinet; Arthur Grossman, bassoon; and
Christopher Leuba, horn. UPC
009414725127 BUY NOW
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
Danzi: Quintet in F Mvmt 1 Mvmt II Mvmt III Mvmt IV Quintet
in D Minor Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Mvmt IV Taffanel :Quintet in G Minor Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III (to return to
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RICHARDS WIND QUINTET, CD252. Three Woodwind Quintets by Johann PeterMüller. UPC
009414725226. BUY
NOW
The Richards Quintet was in-residence at Michigan State University, and was one of the first resident wind quintets
in the country. The recording was made in 1976 and digitally remastered for CD
in 2020. Performers are Israel Borouchoff,
flute; Daniel Stolper, oboe; Elsa Ludewig-Verdehr, clarinet; Edgar Kirk, bassoon; Douglas
Campbell, horn.
PETER MÜLLER (as he was known) was
born in Germany in 1791 and died in 1877. Though he lived in the Romantic era,
these pieces are delightfully classical in nature.
Dan Stolper was oboe editor of the International
Double Reed Society Journal since its beginning in 1972 and was teacher at
Michigan State University and the Interlochen Center for the Arts for 45 years.
He died 2020.
“These are charming pieces. The Richards
Quintet sports good energy, technique, and phrasing” American Record Guide
“This music is definitely
worth checking out, and this recording represents
some of the finest quintet playing happening in the US during the 1970s. It is
a pleasure to hear Douglas Campbell’s deft horn playing, as he effortlessly
navigates the classical scales and arpeggios. To hear him match the speed and
lightness of his woodwind colleagues is a joy.” The Horn Call (May 2021)
CD252 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
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Quintet No.1 Mvt.1 Larghetto, Allegro Mvt.2 Scherzo Mvt.3 Larghetto Mvt.4 Allegro molto Quintet
No.2 Mvt.1 Allegro con brio Mvt.2Andante con moto Mvt.3 Menuetto Mvt.4 Allegro ma non troppo Quintet
No. 3 Mvt.1 Allegro Mvt.2 Andante Sostenuto Mvt.3 Menuetto Mvt.4 Allegro
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The
International Double Reed Society Journal, Ron Klimko,
Editor, wrote: “The Westwood Wind Quintet
is one of the finest wind quintets in the world. I always enjoy
hearing the Westwood Wind Quintet. Their performances, as well as their fine
recording technique, never disappoints. With all those years of experience
playing together, their ensemble is wonderfully precise, clear
and always exciting. The latter characteristic of excitement is what I hear
most in their performances again and again. Sure, the polish is there, but
never at the expense of excitement and an exuberance. When they play, the music
truly comes alive!”
The
Flutist Quarterly (Keith Pettway) wrote: “wonderful sense of ensemble. It is seldom that one
comes across a recording that with careful listening displays absolutely no major flaws, in performance or engineering.
This is such a recording [Reicha vol. 11]. The
players understand the music, each other, their instruments, and how they fit
into the mix. The result is simply beautiful ensemble playing. The intonation
is about as good as it gets when it comes to any chamber music.”
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the Reicha Woodwind Quintet series
CD261: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 1, Opus 88, Nos. 1 & 2. Westwood Wind Quintet UPC 009414726124 BUY NOW
This, volume one, was the
12th and final release of the 24 Reicha Woodwind
Quintets. We are pleased that we now have all 24 of the Reicha Woodwind Quintets performed by the Westwood
Wind Quintet. This volume has the first two of Reicha’s Quintets, including
the most popular op. 88, no. 2. Although the two quintets in this volume are
shorter and a bit lighter than the other 22 quintets, they are still
masterpieces, symphonic in scope. Opus 88, no. 1 is 21:28 in length. Opus 88,
no. 2 is 26:55 in length. “They are both mature works, and have Reicha’s signature
beautiful melodies, exciting counterpoint, and thrilling allegros...those who
ignore this legacy are missing out not only on some terrific wind music but on
some of the finest music ever penned.” (Ritter, Audiophile Audition).
The Westwood Wind Quintet
has garnered exceptional praise for the series of Reicha Quintets.
About a previous volume in the Westwood Wind Quintet’s 12 volume series of
the Reicha Woodwind Quintets, the Flutist
Quarterly (Pettway) wrote “it is seldom that one comes across a
recording that with careful listening displays no major flaws, in performance
or engineering. This is such a recording. The players understand the music,
each other, their instruments, and how they fit into the mix. The result is
simply beautiful ensemble playing.”
Westwood Wind Quintet: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; Eugene Zoro, clarinet; Calvin Smith, horn; Patricia Nelson,
bassoon.
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Quintet in E Minor Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet
in Eb Major Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4
CD262: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 2, Opus 88, Nos. 3 & 4. Performed by the Westwood Wind
Quintet. UPC 009414726223 BUY NOW
This is the tenth CD in the
12-CD series of the 24 Woodwind Quintets of Anton Reicha.
These quintets continue to garner the highest praise from musicians and
critics. “These 24 quintets are a pinnacle of achievement, glorious quintets constant
freshness, a feeling of unquenchable invention with radiant good humour. The Westwood Wind Quintet has a standard of
ensemble playing that is nothing short of breathtaking.” (International Record
Review)
The Westwood Wind Quintet,
now in its 52nd season, is “one of the finest wind quintets in the world.” (International Double
Reed Society Journal). “One listens to the Westwood
Wind Quintet as one listens to the finest of string quartets. It is a complete
and completely satisfying musical experience.” Robert Shaw,
formerly conductor, Atlanta Symphony
Westwood Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona,
flute; Peter Christ, oboe; William Helmers, clarinet; Calvin Smith, horn;
Patricia Nelson, bassoon.
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
Quintet in G Major Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet
in D Minor Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 (to return to this page
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CD263: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 3, Opus 88, Nos. 5 & 6. Performed by the Westwood
Wind Quintet. This was the 9th CD released in the 12-CD series of the 24
complete woodwind quintets by Anton Reicha. UPC
009414726322. BUY NOW
“each Reicha Quintet is a masterpiece of the highest order.
Those who ignore this legacy are missing out not only on some terrific wind
music but on some of the finest music ever penned. These pieces are symphonies
in miniature...each one a masterpiece” Audiophile Audition (Ritter)
Ҕhe players seek, find,
and reveal the numerous qualities that have kept Reichaճ Quintets alive for
almost two centuries...performances radiate affection for the music and
technical virtuosity. Exceptional recordings.Ӽ/i> Fanfare.
”the Westwood Wind Quintet is
one of the finest wind quintets in the world. Their ensemble is wonderfully
precise, clear and always exciting. When they play,
the music truly comes alive” International Double Reed Society
Journal (Klimko)
“..probably the best group of
this kind anywhere” New Orleans Courier
Westwood
Wind Quinte on this CDt: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; Richard Spece, clarinet; Charles Kavalovski,
horn; Patricia Nelson, bassoon.
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
Quintet in Bb Major, opus 88, no.5 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet in F Major, opus
88, no.6 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 (to return to this
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CD264: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 4, Opus 91, Nos. 1 & 2. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet. UPC 009414726421 BUY NOW
This was the fifth release in Crystal Records' series of Anton Reicha's 24 woodwind quintets. "Reicha...infused
content of superb musical worth. Those who ignore this legacy are missing out
not only on some terrific wind music but on some of the finest music ever
penned. These pieces are symphonies in miniature, not only in complexity but in
length – 40 minutes is not unusual. If you are collecting this series, you can
certainly continue with confidence, and all others would do well to dip their
hands into Reicha's clean waters." Steven Ritter,
Audiophile Audition
Westwood Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona,
flute; Peter Christ, oboe; Eugene Zoro,
clarinet; Charles Kavalovski, horn; Patricia
Nelson, bassoon.
Sound
samples (mp3 files) Click on the link to hear up to one minute of
the movement shown
Quintet in C Major, opus
91, no. 1: Mvt.1 Allegro moderato/Andante/Tempo
primo Mvt.2 Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto Mvt.4 Finale Quintet in A Minor, opus
91, no. 2: Mvt.1 Adagio/Allegro assai Mvt.2 Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto Mvt.4 Finale
CD265: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 5, Opus 91, Nos. 3 & 4. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet.
UPC 009414726520 BUY NOW
"Westwood's members
succeed in capturing the unique qualities of Reicha's quintets
and do so in a manner that indicates their admiration and respect for the
repertoire. The players seek, find, and reveal the numerous qualities that have
kept this repertoire alive for almost two centuries." Carter, Fanfare Magazine
Westwood Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona,
flute; Peter Christ, oboe; Eugene Zoro,
clarinet; Charles Kavalovski, horn; Patricia
Nelson, bassoon.
“Both the quality of
composition and the playing of the recording are of a high quality
and I recommend it as a good example of Reicha’s quintets.” Australian Clarinet and
Saxophone (Melissa Carter)
CD265 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Quintet in D Major, opus
91, no. 3: Mvt.1 Lento; Allegro Assai Mvt.2 Adagio Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro vivo Mvt.4 Finale. Allegretto Quintet
in G Minor, opus 91, no. 4: Mvt.1 Andante; Allegro Assai Mvt.2 Adagio cantabile Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro Mvt.4 Finale
CD266: ANTON REICHA Woodwind Quintets,Vol. 6, Opus 91,
Nos. 5 & 6. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet. UPC 009414726629 BUY NOW
"The
performances radiate affection for the music and technical virtuosity. This
delightful disc rates a high recommendation." Story, Fanfare Magazine
Westwood
Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona, flute;
Peter Christ, oboe; Eugene Zoro, clarinet; Jack
Herrick, horn; Patricia Nelson, bassoon.
CD266 Sound
samples (mp3
files) Click on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement
shown.
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Quintet in A Major, opus
91, no. 5: Mvt.1 Allegro Mvt.2 Poco Adagio Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro Mvt.4 Finale. Allegro Vivace Quintet
in C Minor, opus 91, no. 6: Mvt.1 Marcia. Poco Adagio; Allegro Vivace Mvt.2 Larghetto Mvt.3 Menuetto. Vivace Mvt.4 Finale
CD267: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 7, Opus 99, Nos. 1 & 2. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet. UPC
009414726728 BUY NOW
This was the third release
in Crystal's exciting project of recording the complete 24 Reicha Woodwind Quintets. "...both the ear and
intellect are gratified by these quintets. The performances are worthy of the
Westwood Wind Quintet's reputation." Raymond Tuttle, International Record Review
Westwood
Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona, flute;
Peter Christ, oboe; Eugene Zoro, clarinet;
Charles Kavalovski, horn; Patricia Nelson,
bassoon.
“The Westwood Wind Quintet
performs these works with real integrity and the approach is serious but never
dour. The ensemble sound is excellent, well balanced, warm
and round and with a clear understanding of the music of Reicha.” Australian Clarinet and Saxophone (Brian Catchlove)
CD267 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Quintet in C Major, opus 99, no. 1: Mvt.1 Lento; Allegro Mvt.2 Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro scherzo Mvt.4 Finale Quintet
in F Minor, opus 91, no. 2:Mvt.1 Larghetto; Allegro Mvt.2 Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto Mvt.4 Finale
CD268: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 8, Op. 99, Nos. 3 & 4. Performed by the Westwood
Wind Quintet. UPC 009414726827 BUY NOW
This was the 7th release
(released July 2009) in the series of 12 CDs of the 24 woodwind quintets by
Anton Reicha. The Westwood Wind Quintet has
completed the recordings of all 24 quintets. Reicha (1770-1836)
was one of the most respected composers of his time. He was a friend of
Beethoven and Haydn, and was the teacher of Berlioz, Liszt, Gounod, and Franck.
Westwood Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona,
flute; Peter Christ, oboe; Richard Spece,
clarinet; Charles Kavalovski, horn; Patricia
Nelson, bassoon.
CD268 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Quintet in A Major, opus 99, no. 3: Mvt.1 Lento; Allegro Mvt.2 Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro Mvt.4 Finale. Andante; Allegro poco vivace Quintet
in D Major, opus 91, no. 4:Mvt.1 Andante; Allegro spirituoso Mvt.2 Poco lento Mvt.3 Menuetto. Scherzo Mvt.4 Finale. Allegro assai
CD269: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 9, Opus 99, Nos. 5 & 6. Performed by the Westwood
Wind Quintet. UPC 009414726926 BUY NOW
This was
the fourth release of Reicha quintets. "Crystal Record's
devotion to Reicha's woodwind quintets is
estimable. [These works] are big, sonorous
and large-scale ones published in 1822 and fully deserving of reclamation in
such expert hands as these.
The opening of Op.99 No.
5 floats in with the most beautiful and well balanced Andante
– a Siciliano of dappled loveliness. The ensuing tumbling, flowing and exciting
extroversion is the perfect riposte: an Allegro of ravenous yet
decorous masculinity. It shows how finely perched these works are between
introspection and well-wrought, technically accomplished self-projection.
They're also formally always of the highest interest, playing tricks with
harmony, structure, form and keys so subtly that you
would barely notice.
Reicha was
a master of the form and wrote voraciously for woodwind quintet. This series is
shaping up to be a major contribution on record...big, symphonic quintets,
cleanly delineated, finely played and bursting with classical ideas and
expertise." MusicWeb International
(Jonathan Woolf)
Westwood
Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona, flute;
Peter Christ, oboe; Dileep Gangolli, clarinet;
Charles Kavalovski, horn; Patricia Nelson,
bassoon.
CD269 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Quintet in B Minor, opus 99, no. 5: Mvt.1 Andante; Allegro Mvt.2 Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro Mvt.4 Finale. Lento; Allegro spirituoso Quintet
in G Major, opus 99, no. 6: Mvt.1 Andante; Allegro poco vivo Mvt.2 Air en fantaisie. Andante Mvt.3 Menuetto. Allegro Mvt.4 Finale. Allegro vivo
CD270: ANTON REICHA Woodwind Quintets,Vol.
10, Opus 100, Nos. 1 & 2. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet. UPC
009414727022 BUY NOW
This was the eighth release
in Crystal Records' series of Anton Reicha's 24
woodwind quintets. (Released November 2009.)
Westwood
Wind Quinte on this CD: John Barcellona, flute;
Peter Christ, oboe; Dileep Gangolli, clarinet;
Charles Kavalovski, horn; Patricia Nelson,
bassoon.
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to one minute of the movement shown.
Quintet in F, opus 100, no. 1 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet in D Minor,
op 100, no.2 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 (to
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CD271: ANTON REICHA Woodwind Quintets,Vol.
11, Opus 100, Nos. 3 & 4. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet. UPC
009414727121 BUY NOW
This was
the sixth release in Crystal Records' series of Anton Reicha's 24
woodwind quintets. (Released Sept. 2008.)
The Westwood Wind Quintet
has now recorded all 24 of the 24 quintets.
”It is seldom that one comes across a recording
that with careful listening displays no major flaws, in performance or
engineering. This is such a recording. The players understand the music, each
other, their instruments, and how they fit into the mix. The result is simply
beautiful ensemble playing.” The Flutist Quarterly
(Pettway)
Westwood
Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona, flute;
Peter Christ, oboe; William Helmers, clarinet; Calvin Smith, horn; Patricia
Nelson, bassoon.
CD271 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Quintet in Eb Major, opus 100, no. 3: Mvt.1 Andante; Allegro poco vivo Mvt.2 Lento Mvt.3 Minuetto. Allegro
scherzo Mvt.4 Finale. Allegro Quintet in E Minor, opus
100, no.4:Mvt.1 Adagio; Allegro Mvt.2 Andante con variazioni Mvt.3 Minuetto. Allegro
vivo Mvt.4 Finale. Allegro vivo
CD272: ANTON REICHA Woodwind
Quintets, Vol. 12, Opus 100, Nos. 5 & 6. Performed by the Westwood Wind Quintet. UPC 009414727220 BUY NOW
“This was the 11th
release in the 12 volume set of Reicha Woodwind Quintets (released October 2011). This
volume has the last two of Reicha’s monumental 24
woodwind quintets. They are symphonies in scope,..each one a masterpiece. Those who
ignore this legacy are missing out not only on some terrific wind music but on
some of the finest music ever penned.” Ritter, Audiophile Audition. This CD is
just under 80 minutes long.
“The two quintets are
mature works, with wonderful fugues and counterpoint, along with Reicha’s gorgeous
melodies. Reicha was the teacher of Liszt,
Berlioz, Adam, Gounod, and Franck, and was one of the most influential and
respected composers of the period. The Westwood Wind quintet
has a standard of ensemble playing that is nothing short of breathtaking” International Record Review.
“Fantastic playing by all 5
soloists! Virtuosic in the 2nd mvt. variations
of the quintet no. 5. Beautiful phrasing, great music making. Calvin Smith his
horn playing is smooth- beautiful and he is a one of a
kind virtuoso. CONGRATULATIONS TO THE VERY FINE WESTWOOD
WIND QUINTET.” – Jose Zarzo,
principal horn, Gran CanariaPhilharmonic (Spain)
The Horn Call (Eldon
Matlock, reviewer) said “The soloists of the
Westwood Quintet are magnificent performers, and it is a joy to hear such a
long-standing ensemble present these marvelous works.”
Westwood Wind Quintet on this CD: John Barcellona,
flute; Peter Christ, oboe; William Helmers, clarinet; Calvin Smith, horn;
Patricia Nelson, bassoon.
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
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Quintet in A Minor, opus 100, no. 5 Mvmt 1: Lento Mvmt 1: Allegro Mvmt
2: Andante (theme) Variation 1 (horn) Variation 2 (bassoon) Variation 3 (oboe) Variation 4 (clarinet) Variation 5 (flute) Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet
in Bb Major, opus 100, no. 6 Mvmt 1: Poco adagio Mvmt 1: Allegro Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4: Andante Mvmt 4: Allegro assai
CD353: Sextuor à Vent. Harvey Pittel, Alto Saxophone; Westwood Wind Quintet. Darius Milhaud: Scaramouche
for Saxophone and Woodwind Quintet; Bernhard Heiden: Intrada for
Saxophone and Woodwind Quintet; Paul Hindemith: Concert Piece
for Two Saxophones (with Sunil Gadgil,
saxophone); Pierre Max Dubois: Sinfonia da Camera (for
Saxophone and Woodwind Quintet); Jacques Ibert: Trois Pièces Brèves (first
movement) – for Woodwind Quintet; J.S. Bach: Fugue from the Well Tempered Clavier (arr. for Woodwind Trio); Rossini: Quartet
no. 1 in F (first movement) – for Flute, Clarinet, Horn, and Bassoon; Paul
De Wailly: Aubade for Flute, Oboe, and
Clarinet; Adrien Barthe: Passacaille for Woodwind Quintet; Malcolm
Arnold: Divertimento for Flute, Oboe, and Clarinet (first movement);
Rimsky-Korsakov: Flight of the Bumble-Bee (arr. for Woodwind Quintet); Leo
Sowerby: Pop Goes the Weasel (adapted by the Westwood Wind Quintet).
"Harvey Pittel [is a] master of his instrument...the most
beautiful and pure tone I have ever heard from a saxophone." New York Times
The Westwood Wind Quintet is "probably the best
group of this kind anywhere." New Orleans Courier
"Delightful
music, winningly played." Fanfare Magazine UPC
009414735324 BUY NOW
Westwood Wind Quintet: Gretel Shanley, flute;
Peter Christ, oboe; David Atkins, clarinet; Calvin Smith, horn; and Kenneth
Munday, bassoon.
Sound samples (mp3 files) Click on the link to
hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
Milhaud: Scaramouche I: Vif II: Modéré III: Brazileira Heiden: Intrada Hindemith:
Concert Piece for Two Saxophones I: Lebhaft II: Mässig langsam III: Lebhaft Dubois: Sinfonia da
Camera I: Entrée II: Gigue en rondeau III: Variations Ibert: Trois Pièces Brèves (first
mvmt) Bach/arr. Atkins: Fugue Rossini: Quartet no.1 in F (first mvmt) Wailly: Aubade Barthe: Passacaille Arnold: Divertimento (first
mvmt) Rimsky-Korsakov: Flight of the Bumble-Bee Sowerby: Pop Goes the Weasel (to
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BONUS: To have a little joy
to help alleviate CoronaVirus anxiety, hear
the entire Flight of the Bumble-Bee by Rimsky-Korsakov, Westwood Wind Quintet Rimsky-Korsakov
Flight of the Bumble-Bee
CD354: THEN AND NOW, Weiss
Family Woodwinds. Dawn Weiss, Flute; David Weiss, Oboe; Abraham Weiss, Bassoon. With
Zita Carno, Piano. Vivaldi: Sonata in G Minor
(flute, oboe, bassoon, harpsichord); Messiaen: Le Merle Noir (flute, piano); Bourdeau: Premier Solo (bassoon, piano); Hindemith: Sonata
(oboe, piano); Tomas Svoboda: Trio (flute, oboe, bassoon); Worthey: Sandcastles
(flute, oboe, bassoon).
Dawn Weiss was principal flute 25 for years with
the Oregon Symphony. David Weiss was principal oboe for 30 years with the Los
Angeles Philharmonic. Abraham Weiss is principal bassoon with the Rochester
Philharmonic (40 years). The Svoboda and Worthey pieces were recorded live at
their world premieres on April 3, 2010 at the
University of Southern California. The other pieces were originally on Crystal
Records LP S354, released in 1978, and digitally remastered for this CD in
2010. UPC 009414735423 BUY NOW
“played superbly,
marvelous sensitivity” Fanfare
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Vivaldi: Sonata in G Minor Allegro ma cantabile Largo Allegro molto Messiaen: La Merle Noir Bourdeau: Premier Solo Hindemith:
Sonata Munter Sehr Langsam; Lebhaft Svoboda:
Trio Andante Vivace Lento Vivace Andante maestoso Worthey: Sandcastles (to
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CD356: TOUR DE FRANCE,
Webster Trio. Leone Buyse, Flute; Michael Webster, Clarinet; Katherine Collier,
Piano. Gabriel Faure: Dolly Suite (flute, clarinet, and piano; trans.
Webster); Faure: Morceau de concours (flute and piano; arr. Hulme-Brieff); Saint-Saëns: Tarantella, op. 6, (flute, clarinet,
and piano); Debussy: Petite Piece & Premiere Rhapsodie (clarinet
and piano), Syrinx (solo flute), and Prelude à l'apres-midi
d'un faune (flute, clarinet and piano;
trans Webster); Georges Bizet: Jeux d'enfants,
(flute/piccolo, clarinet, and piano; trans Webster). UPC
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“a charming entertainment” Fanfare
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Faure Dolly Ste.: Mvt 1 (Berceuse) Mvt 2 (Mi-a-ou) Mvt 3 (Le jardin) Mvt 4 (Kitty
Valse) Mvt 5 (Tendresse) Mvt 6(Spanish
Dance) Faure: Morceau de concours Saint- Saëns: Tarantella Debussy: Petit Piece Premiere Rhapsodie Syrinx Prelude à l’apres-midi d’un faune Bizet: Jeux d’enfants The Swing The Top The Doll Merry-Go -Round Shuttlecock Trumpet and Drum Soap Bubbles Puss in the Corner Blindman's Bluff Leapfrog Little Husband, Little Wife The Ball
CD357: WORLD WIDE WEBSTER. The Webster
Trio (Leone Buyse, Flute; Michael
Webster, Clarinet; Robert Moeling, Piano).
Antonin Dvorak: Slavonic Dances; Claude
Debussy: Petite Suite; Johannes Brahms: Hungarian Dances; Louis Moreau
Gottschalk: Four Pieces (La Jota Aragonesa, Souvenir de
la Havane, Souvenir de Cuba, Grande
Tarantelle).
Leone Buyse is former principal flutist with the Boston
Symphony. Michael Webster is former principal clarinetist with the Rochester
Philharmonic and the San Francisco Symphony. Robert Moeling is an international soloist and chamber
musician. They are now based at the Shepherd School of Music in Houston, Texas.
The works are superb, exciting transcriptions by Michael Webster from four-hand
piano literature.
"World Wide Webster is a fine new offering...These three
musicians play as one, and their sense of ensemble and creative interpretations
define the essence of chamber music.” Flute Talk "Performances here
are excellent, with a seamless match between the two winds, and a coherent
blend with Robert Moeling's buoyant piano
textures. Recordings are very fine, and give
a notably clear reproduction of Leone Buyse's distinctive,
clear and, well, fluting tone..." Paul Ingram, Fanfare. UPC
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Antonin Dvorak: Slavonic Dances Presto (op.46,no.8) Moderato (op.72,no.14) Poco adagio (op.72,no.13) Allegretto grazioso (op.72,no.12) Poco allegro (op.46,no.6) Claude
Debussy: Petite Suite En bateau Cortege Menuet Ballet Johannes Brahms:
Hungarian Dances No. 6 (Vivace) No.16 (Con moto) No.14 (Un poco andante) No.13 (Andanta grazioso) No.5 (Allegro) No.7 (Allegretto) No.21 (Vivace) Louis
Moreau Gottschalk: La Jota Aragonesa Souvenir de la Havane Souvenir de Cuba Grande Tarantelle
BONUS: To have a little joy
to help alleviate CoronaVirus anxiety, hear
the entire Dvorak Slavonic Dance No. 1, Presto, played by the Webster
Trio.
CD358: PAS de TROIS. Kenneth Tse, Saxophone; Benjamin Coelho, Bassoon; Alan Huckleberry,
Piano. Bernard Van Beurden: Pas de trois; Jindrich Feld:
Trio Giocoso; David Froom: Arirang Variations; Perry Goldstein: Noir; Don
Freund: Louder than Words.
Saxophone, Bassoon, and Piano is an unusual
combination that creates an exciting and vibrant sound. The works on this
CD represent some of the finest writing for this combination, and the
performers are three of the best practitioners of their art.
Kenneth Tse "plays with
seductive tonal beauty" (American Record Guide) and is "a brilliant
saxophonist...worthy of any stage in the world." (Eugene Rousseau). Benjamin
Coelho's "playing is unfailingly sonorous, expressive and
alert." (Gramophone) Alan Huckleberry has "technical mastery
and interpretive panache." (Fanfare) The
three musicians are on the faculty at the University of Iowa and perform
internationally. UPC
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Van Beurden: Pas de trois: Ouverture Pastorale Tarantella Feld: Trio
Giocoso: Allegro Andante Allegro vivo Froom: Arirang Variations Goldstein: Noir Freund: Louder
than Words: Part I Part II
CD601: NIELSEN, HINDEMITH, SCHULHOFF. The Westwood Wind
Quintet. Carl
Nielsen: Quintet, op. 43; Paul Hindemith: Kleine Kammermusik für fünfBläser,
op.24, no. 2; Erwin Schulhoff: Divertissement
for Oboe, Clarinet, & Bassoon.
Westwood Wind Quintet: Gretel Shanley, Flute;
Peter Christ, Oboe; David Atkins, Clarinet; Allen Guse,
Horn; David Breidenthal, Bassoon.
High Fidelity Magazine,
speaking of this recording of Nielsen and Hindemith Quintets, wrote "Extraordinary tone
quality. The Westwood performers manifest a technical finesse and a richness of
tone that one would normally expect only from a solo concerto artist. I cannot
imagine a better performance than the one given here by the Westwood Wind
Quintet." UPC 009414760128 BUY NOW
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Nielsen: Quintet Mvt 1 (Allegro Ben Moderato) Mvt 2(Menuet) Mvt 3 (Praeludium & Theme and
Variations)
Hindemith: Kleine Kammermusik Mvt 1 (Lustig, Massig schnelle Viertel) Mvt 2 (Walzer, Durchweg sehr leise) Mvt 3 (Ruhig und einfach.
Achtel) Mvt 4 (Schnelle Viertel) Mvt 5 (Sehr
lebhaft) Schulhoff:
Divertissement Mvt 1 (Ouverture) Mvt 2 (Burlesca) Mvt 3 (Romanzero) Mvt 4
(Charleston) Mvt 5 (Tema con Variazioni e fugato) Mvt 6 (Florida) Mvt 7 (Rondino-Finale)
CD646: MOZART SERENADE NO. 10
IN Bb, K. 361 for 12 Winds and Double Bass. Toronto Chamber Winds, Winston Webber,
Conductor. UPC 00941476462. BUY
NOW
Mozart's Serenade No. 10 in
Bb, K.361, for 12 Winds and Double Bass, is a masterpiece in every respect. It
is one of his longest instrumental works and
is a musical blockbuster. It is written for 2 oboes, 2 clarinets, 2 basset
horns, 2 bassoons, 4 horns, and double bass. The Toronto Chamber winds include
members of the Toronto Symphony, the Canadian Ballet Orchestra, and the
Hamilton Philharmonic. Oboes: Harry Sargous,
David Sussman; Clarinets: James Campbell, Gwillym Williams; Basset Horns: David
Bourque, Daniel Leeson; Bassoons: Christopher Weait, Mitchell Clarke; Horns: R. Scott
Wilson, Miles Hearn, Wayne Jeffrey, Gary Pattison; Double Bass: Peter Madgett.
Serenade
K. 361, Over 49 minutes, consists of seven movements of
extraordinary contrast, requiring unusual instrumental resources whose
characteristic colors were exploited as never before and rarely since. This
performance by the Toronto Chamber Winds is one of the only recorded
performances that adheres to the original Mozart manuscript. There are many
differences between this and the corrupted versions that are usually heard and
have been recorded previously.
This recording was
originally on Crystal LP S646, released 1982, and was the first recording of
the work under the guidance of Daniel Leeson, who was one of the editors of the Serenade for
the Bärenreiter publication of the complete
edition of Mozart’s music. The performance is embellished in a style
appropriate to the time of composition.
“This recording
represents the best in North American wind performance.” The Horn Call (Chris Leuba)
“The performing on this
recording is exquisite. Lyrical, sonorous, perfectly balanced, the musicians
are all to be lauded for this hallmark achievement. For an exemplary recording
of the Gran Partita, one need look no
further.” The Horn
Call (Lydia Van Dreel)
“the
composer’s crowning achievement in the serenade genre, an undisputed
masterpiece…a fine performance. The Toronto Chamber Winds are more
than worthy for serious consideration.” Fanfare (Jerry Dubins)
“interpretation
by the Toronto Chamber Winds of this masterpiece is exemplary…lively, refined,
and spiritual…remarkable virtuosity and an irreproachable musicality.” Sonances (Jacques Boulay)
“Masterfully performed…
lush performance and a master-class in knowing when to
lead and when to get out of the way. This is a worthy addition to every
band director's collection and teachers should make a point of sharing this
with their double reed, clarinet, and horn players.” Instrumentalist (April 2020)
“The playing is polished
and professional; and the group produces a rich and resonant sound. Solo
passages are clear and lyrical; and the accompanying lines have excellent
balance and rhythm.” American
Record Guide (July/August 2020, Hanudel)
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Serenade in Bb, K. 361 (370a) I. Largo; Allegro molto II. Menuetto;Trio 1,Trio
2 III. Adagio_sample.mp3 IV. Menuetto; Trio 1, Trio 2 V. Romanze VI. Thema_mit_Variationen VII. Finale:Rondo Allegro
molto
BONUS: To have a little joy
to help alleviate CoronaVirus anxiety, hear
the entire Finale of the Mozart Serenade K.361. Toronto Chamber Winds,
Winston Webber, Conductor.
CD647: VIOLA AND THE WINDS.
James Dunham, Viola; Westwood Wind Quintet; Jack Sanders, Guitar. Gustav
Holst: Terzetto for Flute, Oboe, & Viola; Jerzy Sapieyevski:
Concerto for Viola and Winds; Anthony Plog: Four
Miniatures for Viola and Wind Quintet; Karl Kohn: Colla Voce
for Viola and Guitar. UPC 009414764720. BUY NOW Click Here for CD cover photo and
details.
James Dunham was violist with the Grammy Award winning Cleveland Quartet. He
presently teaches at the Shepherd School of Music in Houston, Texas.
The Westwood Wind Quintet,
founded in 1959, has performed thousands of concerts and has been described as "probably the best
group of this kind anywhere." New Orleans Courier. “the reputation of the
Westwood Wind Quintet is once more re-asserted by their playing on this recording.” IDRS Journal.
Westwood Wind Quintet: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; David Atkins,
clarinet; Calvin Smith, horn; Kenneth Meyer, bassoon.
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Sapieyevski: Concerto Holst
Terzetto: Mvt 1(Allegretto) Mvt 2(Un
poco vivace) Plog Miniatures: Mvt 1(Pastoral) Mvt 2(Toccata) Mvt 3(Chorale) Mvt 4(Allegro) Kohn: Colla Voce
CD717 – AMERICAN WEBSTER. Libby Larsen, Barn Dances; Robert
Sirota, Birds of Paradise; Anthony Brandt, Round Top
Trio; Richard Toensing, Children
of Light; Paul Schoenfeld, Sonatina. UPC
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Leone Buyse Flute; Michael Webster, Clarinet; Robert Moeling, Piano. Click here for CD cover photo and
Webster Trio details.
Libby Larsen is one of
America’s most performed living composers, having created a catalog of over 500
works. She was a Grammy Award winner and has established a permanent place for
her works in concert repertory. Similarly the
other composers are recognized as tops in their field. These are premiere
recordings of works written and/or premiered by the Webster Trio.
The Webster Trio is
in-residence at the Shepherd School of Music at Rice University in Houston,
Texas. Leone Buyse was previously principal
flute with the Boston Symphony and Michael Webster was principal clarinet with
the San Francisco Symphony. Robert Moeling is
an acclaimed chamber pianist and soloist. These are premiere recordings of
works most of which were written for the Webster Trio.
“This line-up of
lollipops yields light and sexy delights.” Gramophone
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Larsen: Barn Dances I. Forward Six and Fall Back Eight II. Divide the Ring III. Varsouvianna IV. Rattleshake Twist Sirota: Birds of Paradise Brandt: Round Top Trio Toensing: Children of Light I. Dawn Processional II. Song of the Morning Stars III. The Robe of Light IV. Silver Lightning, Golden Rain V. Phos Hilarioin Schoenfeld: Sonatina I. Charleston II. Rag III. Jig
CD750: WESTWOOD WIND QUINTET. Samuel Barber: Summer
Music; Gyorgi Ligeti: Six
Bagatelles; William Mathias: Quintet; Mark
Carlson: Nightwings (tape &
woodwind quintet). UPC 009414775023 BUY NOW
“Magnificent American
group. Superlative playing...a recording which, equally good in tone-quality, balance and clarity, can also be described as superlative.” Gramophone Magazine
(London)
Westwood Wind Quintet: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; David Atkins,
clarinet; Kenneth Meyer, bassoon; Calvin Smith, horn.
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Ligeti Bagatelles: Allegro Rubato Allegro Presto Adagio Molto Vivace Barber: Summer Music Mathias:
Quintet Mvt 1(Intro
and March) Mvt 2(Waltz) Mvt 3(Scherzo) Mvt 4(Elegy) Mvt 5(Recitative
and Dance) Carlson: Nightwings
CD751: WESTWOOD WIND QUINTET. Ingolf Dahl: Allegro
and Arioso; Karel Husa: Serenade
for Piano and Wind Quintet; Jerzy Sapieyevski: Arioso
for Trumpet and Wind Quintet; Louis Moyse: Quintet. UPC 009414775122 BUY NOW
Westwood Wind Quintet: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; David Atkins,
clarinet, David Muller, bassoon; and Joseph Meyer, horn. With Lisa Bergman,
piano; Richard Pressley, trumpet.
"..an accumulation of
instrumental polish & important repertory over a long period has resulted
in a treasurable sense of ensemble and musical solidity." Los Angeles Times. "As usual, the
Westwood Wind Quintet plays with spirit, finesse, polish, and magnificent
articulation. Very fine recording." Fanfare.
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Dahl: Allegro and Arioso Husa Serenade: Mvt 1(La
Montagne) Mvt 2(La
Nuit) Mvt 3(La
Danse) Sapieyevski: Arioso Moyse: Quintet Mvt 1(Allegro) Mvt 2(Poco
Lento) Mvt 3(Presto) Mvt 4(Allegro
molto vivo)
CD752: WESTWOOD WIND QUINTET. Bergsma: Concerto
for Wind Quintet; Rochberg: To
the Dark Wood; Carter: Woodwind Quintet 1948; Biggs: Scherzo; Plog: Animal Ditties; Schuller: Suite; Schuman: Dances
for Woodwind Quintet and Percussion with Matthew Kocmieroski,
percussion. UPC 009414775221 BUY NOW
Westwood Wind Quintet: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; David Muller,
bassoon; David Atkins, clarinet; and Joseph Meyer, horn.
“A feast of ...virtuoso
music for winds. Performances are excellent.” In-Tune Magazine. “A superb performing
group; first-rate in every way.” Washington D.C. Sunday Star
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Bergsma Concerto: Mvt 1(Allegro) Mvt 2(Andante) Mvt 3(Allegro
assai) Rochberg: To the Dark Wood Carter
Quintet: Mvt 1(Allegretto) Mvt 2 Niggs: Scherzo Plog: Animal Ditties Mvt 1(Osterich) Mvt 2(Guppies) Mvt 3(Canary) Mvt 4(Kangaroo) Mvt 5(Fly) Schuller:
Suite Prelude Blues Toccata Schuman: Dances
CD753: WIND CHAMBER MUSIC
OF THEODOR BLUMER. Quintett, Op. 52; Sextett (Originalthema mit Veränderungen), Op. 45; Tanz-Suite, Op. 53. Moran Woodwind Quintet: John
Bailey, flute; William McMullen, oboe: Eric Ginsberg, clarinet; Gary Echols,
bassoon; and Allen French, horn. With Shirley Irek, piano. UPC
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“I found this disc quite
refreshing and enlightening. [Blumer's] lush, late romantic style reminds me of
Richard Strauss.” American Record Guide.
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Quintett Op. 52: Mvt 1(Sehr frisch) Mvt 2(Romanze) Mvt 3(Leicht fliebend) Mvt 4(Finale) Sextett: Mvt 1(Thema) Mvt 2(Improvisation) Mvt 3(Capriccio) Mvt 4(Pastorale) Mvt 5(Slavischer Tanz) Mvt 6(Romance) Mvt 7(Humoreske) Mvt 8(Finale) Tanz Suite: Mvt 1(Rigaudon) Mvt 2(Sarabande) Mvt 3(Menuett) Mvt 4(Ungarischer Tanz) Mvt 5(Valse
Boston) Mvt 6(One
Step)
CD754: POSTCARDS FROM THE CENTER. Moran Woodwind Quintet.
Katherine Ann Murdock: Postcards from the Center; Bernhard Heiden: Woodwind Quintet; Peter Lieuwen:
Savannah; Jennifer Higdon: Autumn Music. The Moran Quintet is in residence at
the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. UPC 009414775429 BUY NOW
“playing
is excellent. Well worth exploring.” Gramophone
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Lieuwen: Savannah Murdock
Postcards: Mvt 1(Prairie Sentinal) Mvt 2(Interstate
70) Mvt 3(Kansas
Winter) Mvt 4(Punching
Cattle) Mvt 5(Fireworks) Higdon: Autumn Music Heiden: Quintet Mvt 1(Variations) Mvt 2(Capriccio) Mvt 3(Intermezzo) Mvt 4(Finale)
CD755: WOODWIND MUSIC BY THEODOR BLUMER. Performed by the Moran
Woodwind Quintet. Theodor Blumer's Schweizer Quintett; Kinderspielzeug, op. 64; and Sextett,
op. 92, with pianist Paul Barnes. Theodor Blumer (1881-1964) writes in a Romantic style. He is a German composer who lived most of
his life in Dresden, Leipzig, and Berlin. The music is extremely attractive and
recently has drawn much interest to American audiences. UPC 00941475528 BUY NOW
"Once again the
Moran woodwind Quintet...splendidly brings these substantial works into our
ears, with brilliance, effervescence and sophistication." The Clarinet, June 2005. "The Moran Woodwind
Quintet...play Blumer's music with superb attention to phrasing and ensemble
finesse. The performances overflow with purposeful expressivity." Gramophone.
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Schweizer Quintett: Mvt 1 (Prelude) Mvt 2 (Gavotte) Mvt 3 (Arietta) Mvt 4 (Introduktion) Mvt 5 (Thema) Variation 1 Variation 2 Variation 3 Variation 4 Variation 5 Variation 6 Variation 7 Kinderspielzeug: Mvt 1 (Ball) Mvt 2 (Teddybar) Mvt 3 (Puppe) Mvt 4 (Aufmarsch der Puppen) Mvt 5 (Alte Spieluhr) Mvt 6 (Schlitten) Sextett: Mvt 1 (Allegro
ma no troppo) Mvt 2 (Scherzo:
Presto) Mvt 3 (Andante
sostenuto) Mvt 4 (Rondo,
Molto vivace)
CD756: CAMERATA WOODWIND QUINTET. Jacques Hetú: Quintette, opus 13; Anthony Iannaccone:
Woodwind Quintet No. 2, Scenes after Hart Crane; John Steinmetz: Quintet. UPC
009414775627 BUY NOW Click here for cover photo and
details
Stellar new works for woodwind quintet, which may come to be regarded as
masterworks for the genre, performed by the Camerata Woodwind Quintet,
ensemble-in-residence at Western Illinois University since 1966.The group
regularly tours the U.S. and Europe, presenting commissioned works as well as
traditional repertoire.
“a really top-notch
ensemble, and they have chosen great pieces.” American Record Guide
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the movement shown.
H_(c)tu: Quintette, opus 13 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Iannaccone: Woodwind Quintet No. 2 The Bridge The Harbor Dawn Atlantis Steinmetz:
Quintet Prelude Mvmt 1 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Mvmt 5 Mvmt 6
CD757: THEODOR BLUMER Woodwind Music, Vol. 3. John Bailey, Flute,
Mark Clinton, Piano, Moran Woodwind Quintet. Serenade and Theme and
Variations, op. 34 for Woodwind Quintet. Ten Waltzes (Hausmusik),
op. 56 for Flute and Piano. From the Animal Kingdom, op. 57a for Flute and
Piano. From the Plant World, op. 57b for Flute and Piano. Theodor Blumer
(1881-1964) was director and principal conductor of the Dresden Radio Orchestra
and the Middle German Radio Orchestra in Leipzig. UPC
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“Blumer’s lush,
late-romantic style reminds me of Richard Strauss. [His music] is refreshing
and enlightening.” American Record Guide.
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Serenade Theme
and Variations Waltz
1 Waltz
2 Waltz
3 Waltz
4 Waltz
5 Waltz
6 Waltz
7 Waltz
8 Waltz
9 Waltz
10 From the Animal World: Mvt
1 Mvt
2 Mvt
3 Mvt
4 Mvt
5 Mvt
6 From the Plant
World: Mvt
1 Mvt
2 Mvt
3 Mvt
4 Mvt
5 Mvt
6
CD758: ALEC WILDER Woodwind Quintets 5, 7, 8, 10, & 12.
Solaris Woodwind Quintet. UPC 009414775825. BUY NOW
Alec Wilder (1907-1980) had
a reputation in many genres of music. He first made a name as a composer of
popular song. His classical works were performed often, and he even had a
recording with Frank Sinatra conducting. The Solaris Wind Quintet
, since its formation in 1976 as ensemble-in-residence at the University
of Akron, has established a reputation as one of the foremost woodwind quintets
in the world, with tours throughout the United
States and in Italy, Brazil, and Sweden.
“The works leave the
listener with a feeling of great happiness.” Audiophile Audition
“The performances are terrific” Flute Talk
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Quintet No. 5 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet
No. 10 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet No.
12 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Mvmt 5 Quintet No.
8 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4 Quintet No.
7 Mvmt 1 Mvmt 2 Mvmt 3 Mvmt 4
CD759: RAINBOW SUNDAE, Westwood Wind
Quintet. Trios, Quartets, and Quintet. Nikolai Tschemberdschi: Concertino for Flute, Oboe, Clarinet,
and Bassoon; Joao Guilherme Ripper: Wind Trio for Oboe,
Clarinet, and Bassoon; Arthur Berger: Quartet for Flute, Oboe,
Clarinet, and Bassoon; Walter Piston: Three Pieces for Flute,
Clarinet, and Bassoon; Walter Hartley: Woodwind Quartet for
Flute, Oboe, Clarinet, and Bassoon; Martin Scot Kosins: Rainbow Sundae for Woodwind Quintet. UPC 009414775924. BUY NOW
This CD features some of
the most interesting and appealing music for woodwinds from the 20th century.
Incorporating different styles, the six works are marvels of woodwind writing.
The Tschemberdschi piece is little known but is a
wonderful example of Russian composition from the mid-20th century. There is
nothing else quite like it for woodwinds. South American beauty and rhythms
permeate Ripper’s delightful Trio, and Berger’s Quartet was
called “one of the most satisfactory pieces for winds in the whole
modern repertory” by Virgil Thomson. Walter Piston’s Three Pieces is
a wonderful trio that deserves more hearings. Walter Hartley is well-known for
his marvelous writing for winds. Martin Scot Kosins’ Rainbow
Sundae is a very listenable work in the style of his other pieces,
some of which have become favorites on Crystal.
The
Westwood Wind Quintet, founded n 1959, is possibly the most-esteemed
wind quintet in the world. Having just released the well-received 12-CD set of
the complete 24 Quintets by Anton Reicha, the
group has garnered rave reviews from critics and the public for its more than
27 albums, starting with the ground-breaking recording of the Schönberg Wind Quintet on Columbia Records (now Sony),
through the Nielsen, Hindemith, Barber, Dahl, etc., Quintets, and now this Rainbow
Sundae.
Westwood Wind Quintet: John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; William Helmers,
clarinet; Patricia Nelson, bassoon; John Cox, horn.
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Tschemberdschi Concertino: Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Mvmt IV Ripper Wind
Trio: Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Berger Quartet
in C Major: Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Piston Three
Pieces: Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Hartley Woodwind
Quartet: Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Mvmt IV Mvmt V Kosins Rainbow Sundaes: Mvmt I Mvmt II Mvmt III Mvmt IV Mvmt V
CD790 – FATE & FIRE: Alvin Etler, Woodwind Quintets Nos. 1 & 2; Dan Welcher, Woodwind Quintet No. 2; Dan Welcher, The Moerae,
for Flute, Oboe, Bassoon, and Piano. Westwood Wind Quintet (John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; William Helmers,
clarinet; John Cox, horn; Patricia Nelson, bassoon) with Lisa Bergman,
Piano. UPC 009414779021. BUY NOW
The Moerae deals with the fate of humanity, and fire is
displayed by the intensity of that piece and the Quintets by Etler and Welcher. All of these works are either now or will be stalwart
standards of woodwind literature. PLEASE PAY SPECIAL ATTENTION TO THIS RELEASE. We are particularly proud
of the recordings on this CD. We have been told by the many people that have
heard them that the CD is not only one of the best woodwind recordings ever
made but stands up with the best of any kind of classical recording. All the
spirits were with us: repertoire, performance, sound, recording all clicked.
The two Etler Quintets are staples in the woodwind quintet
literature and have long been thought to be woodwind masterpieces. The Welcher Quintet No. 2 will also gain that stature.
While we were recording this all the members of the Westwood Wind Quintet felt
that it is probably one of the two or three best quintets ever written. The Moerae, with its interesting instrumentation,
fascinating story line, and beautiful melodies, is a true work of art. “The Moerae” are the three fates who spin the thread of life,
measure it, and cut it when they please.
The works were all
recorded in late 2014. This is a world premiere recording of Welcher’s The Moerae and Quintet No. 2. “[Welcher’s Quintet]
enchants at every poetic and colorful turn of phrase.” Gramophone. The Moerae, with its fascinating story line and beautiful
melodies, is a true work of art. It “vibrantly evokes the
mythological Greek take of the three fates.” Gramophone
“a most stimulating
release, beautifully recorded.” Fanfare
The Westwood Wind Quintet,
established in 1959, has “an accumulation of instrumental polish and
important repertory over a long period [which] has resulted in a treasurable
sense of ensemble and musical solidity” – Los Angeles Times. “The Westwood Wind
Quintet has a standard of ensemble playing that is nothing short of
breathtaking.” – International Record Review
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Welcher The Moerae Etler Woodwind Quintet No. 1 Andante Allegro Lento Vivace Woodwind
Quintet No. 2 Andante con moto Allegro commodo Adagio Vivace Welcher Woodwind Quintet No. 2 Driven, Intense Adagio Passacaglia
CD791: Westwood Wind Quintet
“Augmented”. Westwood Wind Quintet (John Barcellona, flute; Peter Christ, oboe; William Helmers,
clarinet; John Cox, horn; Patricia Nelson, bassoon) with Doug Reneau, trumpet; Carol Robe, bass clarinet; Lisa Bergman,
piano. UPC 009414779120. BUY NOW
Paul Hindemith, Septet for woodwind
quintet, trumpet, and bass clarinet; William Mathias, Concertino
for flute, oboe, bassoon, and piano; Bruce Stark, Americana Wind
Quintet; Leoš JanáĊek, Mládi (Jugend) for woodwind
quintet and bass clarinet. Photo of Mt. Hood was taken by Peter Christ from
the Crystal Records recording studio, where these recordings were made.
Hindemith, Janácek, and Mathias are three of the most outstanding
composers of the 20th century. The Hindemith and Janácek works
are stalwarts in the repertoire for woodwind quintet with other winds. Fabulous
pieces of music, they show the colors that can be garnered with the addition of
just one or two instruments. Mathias’ Concertino captures piano, flute, oboe,
and bassoon in all their glory – wonderful melodies and driving rhythms. We
believe this is the first recording of this work.
Bruce Stark’s Americana
Wind Quintet is also a world-premiere recording.“Stark's four movement,
Americana Wind Quintet...there is something about it that is unmistakably
American in sound and spirit that's hard to describe. Above all, I find it
to be an exquisitely beautiful piece and one that has grown on
me with repeated hearings and moved me deeply.What extraordinarily beautiful and how
extraordinarily beautiful is the playing of the Westwood Wind Quintet. How
sweet and flowing is John Barcellona's flute,
how pure and focused is Peter Christ's oboe, how warm and woodsy is William Helmers'
clarinet, how mellow is John Cox's horn, and how present yet blended is
Patricia Nelson's Bassoon. This is woodwind playing and music-making of the
highest order. Urgently recommended.” Fanfare (Jerry Dubins)
“refreshing life to all
of the music, embracing the diversity of textures and styles with crisp and
sensitive authority.. [Janacek is] a delightful
and affectionate gem from one of music’s true originals...Stark’s Quintet
abounds in poetic and dramatic flights spiced with savoury flavours and rhythmic twists.” Gramophone (Donald
Rosenberg)
“The Westwood Wind
Quintet presents a thoroughly diverse, classy and
fascinating programme. The whole production,
from the beautiful recording quality to the well-written liner notes, leaves
one totally satisfied. All in all, it offers pleasurable listening and
top-notch musicianship.” Music Web (June 2020, Stephen Greenbank)
Westwood Wind Quintet, one of the world’s
premiere ensembles, was established in 1959. “An accumulation of
instrumental polish and important repertory over a long period has resulted in
a treasurable sense of ensemble and musical solidity.” (Los Angeles
Times).
Doug Reneau is asst. principal trumpet of the Oregon
Symphony. Carol Robe is bass clarinetist of the Portland Opera and clarinet
instructor at the University of Oregon. Lisa Bergman has toured internationally
with many of the most esteemed vocalists and violinists. Along with her
playing, she is presently a radio announcer with KING-FM in Seattle.
CD791 Sound samples (mp3 files) Click
on the link to hear up to 35 seconds of the movement shown.
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Hindemith: Septett I. Lebhaft II. Intermezzo III. Variationen IV. Intermezzo V. Fuge. Alte Berner Marsch Mathias: Concertino I. Moderato II. Andante mesto III. Allegro capriccioso Stark:
Americana Wind Quintet I. Serenade II. Hymn to the Dawn III. River Song IV. City Shuffle JanáĊek: Mládí I. Allegro II. Andante sostenuto III. Vivace IV. Allegro animato
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TREASURES ENSEMBLE: Adrienne Tworek-Gryta,
soprano; Ronald Richards, oboe/English
horn; Darlene Jussila, bassoon; Carlo
Pinto, piano. music by Fortunati, Brod, Lalliet,
Pinto. 009414764942 Cassette
only. Call or write Crystal Records to order.
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