"Harp in Chamber Music" is a captivating album by the renowned harpist Alice Giles, released on August 1, 2020, under the label A G Harp Resource. This 56-minute collection showcases Giles' mastery of the harp in a chamber music setting, featuring collaborations with the Australia Ensemble and other distinguished musicians. The album presents a blend of classical pieces, including Maurice Ravel's "Introduction and Allegro" and Claude Debussy's "Danse sacrée et danse profane," as well as Gabriel Fauré's "Concerto for Harp and 7 Wind Instruments" and his "Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp." Giles' impeccable technique and expressive playing bring these compositions to life, offering a rich and diverse listening experience. With her extensive international career and accolades, including winning the Israel International Harp Contest at the age of 21, Alice Giles is a standout figure in the world of harp music. This album is a testament to her artistry and a delightful exploration of the harp's versatility in chamber music.
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Tracks
Introduction and Allegro for Harp, Flute, Clarinet and String Quartet, M. 46Maurice Ravel, Alice Giles, Australia Ensemble UNSW
Danse sacrée et danse profane, L. 103: I. Danse Sacrée (Arr. for Harp and String Quintet)Claude Debussy, Alice Giles, Australia Ensemble UNSW
Danse sacrée et danse profane, L. 103: II. Danse Profane (Arr. for Harp and String Quintet)Claude Debussy, Alice Giles, Australia Ensemble UNSW
Concerto for Harp and 7 Wind Instruments: I. PreludeCarlos Salzedo, Alice Giles, Benjamin Jacks, David Elton, Emma Sholl, Francesco Celata, Matthew Wilkie, Oliver Shermacher, Rowan Harvey-Martin, Shefali Prior
Concerto for Harp and 7 Wind Instruments: II. NocturneCarlos Salzedo, Alice Giles, Benjamin Jacks, David Elton, Emma Sholl, Francesco Celata, Matthew Wilkie, Oliver Shermacher, Rowan Harvey-Martin, Shefali Prior
Concerto for Harp and 7 Wind Instruments: III. Menuet - Farandole - Pavane - GaillardeCarlos Salzedo, Alice Giles, Benjamin Jacks, David Elton, Emma Sholl, Francesco Celata, Matthew Wilkie, Oliver Shermacher, Rowan Harvey-Martin, Shefali Prior
Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp, L. 137: I. PastoraleClaude Debussy, Alice Giles, Geoffrey Collins, Irina Morozova
Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp, L. 137: II. InterludeClaude Debussy, Alice Giles, Geoffrey Collins, Irina Morozova
Sonata for Flute, Viola and Harp, L. 137: III. FinalClaude Debussy, Alice Giles, Geoffrey Collins, Irina Morozova