Benjamin Britten's "Britten: Music for Oboe; Piano Music" is a captivating classical album released in 1995 under the Hyperion label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this collection showcases Britten's mastery of composition across various genres, including classical, neoclassical, and choral pieces. The album features a diverse range of tracks, from the intricate "Phantasy, Oboe Quartet, Op. 2" to the evocative "6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49," each piece demonstrating Britten's unique ability to blend technical brilliance with emotional depth. The album also includes the playful "5 Waltzes" and the serene "Night Piece 'Notturno,'" offering a rich tapestry of musical experiences. Performed by the Delmé Quartet, Sarah Francis, and Michael Dussek, this album is a testament to Britten's enduring influence in the world of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to Britten's work, this album promises a rewarding listening experience.
Phantasy, Oboe Quartet, Op. 2Benjamin Britten, John Underwood, Jonathan Williams, Sarah Francis, Galina Solodchin
Holiday Diary, Op. 5: I. Early Morning BathBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
Holiday Diary, Op. 5: II. SailingBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
Holiday Diary, Op. 5: III. Fun-FairBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
Holiday Diary, Op. 5: IV. NightBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49: I. Pan, Who Played upon the Reed Pipe Which Was Syrinx, His BelovedBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis
6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49: II. Phaeton, Who Made upon the Chariot of the Sun for One Day and Was Hurled into the River Padus by a ThunderboltBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis
6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49: III. Niobe, Who, Lamenting the Death of Her 14 Children, Was Turned into a MountainBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis
6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49: IV. Bacchus, at Whose Feast Is Heard the Noise of Gaggling Women's Tattling Tongues and Shouting Out of BoysBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis
6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49: V. Narcissus, Who Fell in Love with His Own Image and Became a FlowerBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis
6 Metamorphoses After Ovid, Op. 49: VI. Arethusa, Who, Flying from the Love of Alpheus the River God, Was Turned into a FountainBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: I. Theme. Andante rubatoBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: II. Oration. Lento quasi recitativoBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: III. March. Alla marciaBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: IV. Exercises. Allegro molto e fuocoBenjamin Britten, Sarah Francis, Michael Dussek
Temporal Variations: V. Commination. Adagio con fuocoBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: VI. Chorale. Molto lentoBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: VII. Waltz. Allegretto rubatoBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: VIII. Polka. Tempo di Polka – AllegroBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Temporal Variations: IX. Resolution. Maestoso, ma non troppo lentoBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
5 Waltzes: I. Rather Fast and NervousBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
5 Waltzes: II. Quick, with WitBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
5 Waltzes: III. DramaticBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
5 Waltzes: IV. Rhythmic, Not FastBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
5 Waltzes: V. Variations. Quiet and Simple; Flowing; Slow and SadBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
2 Insect Pieces: I. The GrasshopperBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
2 Insect Pieces: II. The WaspBenjamin Britten, Michael Dussek, Sarah Francis
Night Piece "Notturno"Benjamin Britten, Michael Dussek
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