Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Gerald Finzi's compositions with "Finzi for Saxophone," a captivating album released on September 15, 2021, under Boosey & Hawkes Music Publishers Ltd. This collection showcases Finzi's timeless works, meticulously transcribed for saxophone and piano, offering a fresh perspective on his renowned pieces.
The album spans a diverse range of Finzi's oeuvre, from the serene "Amen" from "Lo, The Full Final Sacrifice" to the lively "Rollicum-Rorum" from "Earth and Air and Rain." Each track is a testament to Finzi's profound musicality and emotional depth, now beautifully adapted for the expressive saxophone.
Performers Naomi Sullivan and Robin Bigwood bring these arrangements to life with sensitivity and virtuosity, accompanied by high-quality piano tracks that allow saxophonists to practice and perform with ease. The album's 24 tracks, totaling nearly an hour of music, provide a comprehensive exploration of Finzi's compositions, making it an essential addition to any classical music enthusiast's library.
"Finzi for Saxophone" is not just a collection of songs; it's an invitation to discover the rich, evocative soundscapes that Gerald Finzi created, now reimagined for the saxophone. Whether you're a seasoned saxophonist or a devoted listener, this album offers a unique and enriching musical experience.
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Tracks
Lo, The Full Final Sacrifice, Op. 26: Amen (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Five Bagatelles, Op. 23: Carol (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Cello Concerto, Op. 40: Theme from the Second Movement (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Clarinet Concerto, Op. 31: Theme from the Third Movement (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Let Us Garlands Bring, Op. 18: Come Away, Come Away, Death (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Eclogue for Piano and Strings, Op. 10: Theme (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Earth and Air and Rain, Op. 15: Rollicum-Rorum (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Five Bagatelles, Op. 23: Romance (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Dies Natalis, Op. 8: The Salutation (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Oh Fair to See, Op. 13b: Since We Loved (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Dies Natalis, Op. 8: Wonder (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Let Us Garlands Bring, Op. 18: Who Is Silvia? (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano)Gerald Finzi, Naomi Sullivan, Robin Bigwood
Lo, The Full Final Sacrifice, Op. 26: Amen (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Five Bagatelles, Op. 23: Carol (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Cello Concerto, Op. 40: Theme from the Second Movement (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Clarinet Concerto, Op. 31: Theme from the Third Movement (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Let Us Garlands Bring, Op. 18: Come Away, Come Away, Death (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Eclogue for Piano and Strings, Op. 10: Theme (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Earth and Air and Rain, Op. 15: Rollicum-Rorum (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Five Bagatelles, Op. 23: Romance (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Dies Natalis, Op. 8: The Salutation (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Oh Fair to See, Op. 13b: Since We Loved (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Dies Natalis, Op. 8: Wonder (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood
Let Us Garlands Bring, Op. 18: Who Is Silvia? (Arr. for Saxophone & Piano) [Accompaniment Track]Gerald Finzi, Robin Bigwood