Immerse yourself in the timeless brilliance of Edward Elgar with this captivating album, "Elgar: The Dream of Gerontius & Cello Concerto." Released in 2011 under the ABC Classic label, this collection showcases two of Elgar's most profound works, blending the orchestral grandeur of the Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85 with the spiritual depth of the oratorio "The Dream of Gerontius," Op. 38. The Cello Concerto, a masterpiece of emotional resonance and technical virtuosity, is performed with exquisite sensitivity, while "The Dream of Gerontius" unfolds as a powerful narrative journey through life, death, and the afterlife, based on the poetic text by John Henry Newman. This album features the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra under the skilled direction of Nicholas Collon, with standout vocal performances by Anna Stéphany, Nicky Spence, and Andrew Foster-Williams. Spanning over two hours, this recording offers a rich and immersive experience, perfect for classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the haunting beauty of the Cello Concerto or the dramatic intensity of "The Dream of Gerontius," this album is a testament to Elgar's enduring legacy and his ability to evoke deep emotional and spiritual responses through his music.
(C) 2011 Australian Broadcasting Corporation / Universal Music Australia Pty Limited(P) 2011 Australian Broadcasting Corporation / Universal Music Australia Pty Limited
Tracks
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: I. Adagio - ModeratoEdward Elgar, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: II. Lento - Allegro moltoEdward Elgar, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: III. AdagioEdward Elgar, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
Cello Concerto in E Minor, Op. 85: IV. Allegro - Moderato - Allegro, ma non troppoEdward Elgar, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: PreludeEdward Elgar, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: Jesu, Maria - I am near to deathEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: So pray for me - Kyrie eleison - Holy Mary, pray for himEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: Rouse thee, my fainting soulEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: Sanctus fortis, Sanctus DeusEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: I can no moreEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. I: Proficiscere, anima Christiana, de hoc mundo!Edward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: IntroductionEdward Elgar, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: I went to sleepEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Another marvel - My work is doneEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: It is a member of that family of wondrous beingsEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: But Hark! - Low-born clods of brute earthEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Dispossessed, aside thrustEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: I see not those false spiritsEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: There was a mortal - Praise to the Holiest in the heightEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: But hark! A grand, mysterious harmonyEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Praise to the Holiest in the heightEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Thy judgment now is nearEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Jesu! By that shuddering dread which fell on TheeEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Praise to His Name! - Take me awayEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
The Dream of Gerontius, Op. 38 - Pt. II: Softly and gentlyEdward Elgar, John Henry Newman, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Sydney Symphony Orchestra
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