New Zealand Symphony Orchestra, Preman Tilson, James Judd - Elgar: Orchestral Miniatures (2006)

Tracklist

01. Froissart Overture, Op. 19
02. May Song
03. Carissima
04. Romance, Op. 62
05. 3 Characteristic Pieces, Op. 10: No. 1. Mazurka
06. Minuet, Op. 21
07. No. 2. Serenade Mauresque,
08. No. 3. Contrasts: The Gavotte
09. Chanson de Matin, Op. 15, No. 2
10. Chanson de Nuit, Op. 15, No. 1
11. 3 Bavarian Dances: No. 1
12. 3 Bavarian Dances: No. 2
13. 3 Bavarian Dances: No. 3

With their engaging, wistful charm and immediate melodic appeal, Elgar’s miniatures represent a less familiar side to the composer’s music. The early Froissart Overture, inspired by chivalric lines from John Keats, was Elgar’s first published work to achieve national recognition. The finely crafted Romance for bassoon and orchestra explores the lyrical possibilities of the solo instrument. Originally composed as violin pieces, the Chanson de Matin and Chanson de Nuit are among his most popular miniatures in both versions.

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