John Carollo: Starry Night

John Carollo's "Starry Night," released on March 1, 2011, under the Navona label, is a captivating exploration of contemporary classical music that spans a full hour and eleven minutes. This album showcases John A. Carollo's intricate compositions, blending evocative melodies with complex structures. The opening track, "Starry Night," sets the tone with its ethereal and dreamy atmosphere, while "Anguish in Every Household" introduces a more intense and dramatic mood. The centerpiece of the album is the six-movement "Quartet No. 1 (A Worded Grey Enigma)," a profound and intellectually stimulating work that reveals Carollo's mastery of form and expression. Other highlights include the serene "Moravian Sax in the Afternoon" and the triumphant "Transcendence in the Age of War." "Nothing Shall Come Of This" brings the album to a reflective and poignant close. Carollo's compositions are performed with precision and passion, making "Starry Night" a compelling addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.