Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with "The Essential Royal Northern Sinfonia," a captivating album set to release on July 17, 2025, under the esteemed Naxos Special Projects label. This collection showcases the Royal Northern Sinfonia's mastery of chamber music, offering a diverse array of compositions that span from serene soliloquies to lively marches. With a runtime of 2 hours and 20 minutes, the album features 32 tracks, including works like "The King's Poem," "The Unanswered Question," and "Country Band March," each performed with the precision and passion that the Royal Northern Sinfonia is renowned for. The ensemble, led by Director and Violinist Maria Włoszczowska, brings a fresh perspective to both beloved classics and lesser-known gems, making this album a treasure trove for both seasoned classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike. Whether you're in the mood for the delicate nuances of a nocturne or the energetic rhythms of a scherzo, this album promises a delightful journey through the world of classical music.
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Tracks
VII. Soliloquy No. 1, The King's PoemGerald Finzi, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Howard Griffiths
Ii. LargoGeorge Frideric Handel, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Bradley Creswick
Lento, ma non troppoFrederick Delius, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
II. AdagioLeopold Hofmann, Tim Hugh, Royal Northern Sinfonia
Frolicsome FinaleBenjamin Britten, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Steuart Bedford
II. LarghettoJohn Field, Benjamin Frith, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Haslam
MeditationPaul Lewis, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
II. Andante con motoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, Royal Northern Sinfonia
The Unanswered QuestionCharles Ives, Royal Northern Sinfonia, James Sinclair
No. 4, Forlana. Allegretto graziosoGerald Finzi, Robert Plane, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Howard Griffiths
I. AdagioLeopold Mozart, Alain Trudel, Royal Northern Sinfonia
ScherzoGustav Holst, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
II. Andante naifAlec Rowley, Peter Donohoe, Royal Northern Sinfonia
The Salley Gardens (for orchestra and voice) [Version for voice and orchestra]Benjamin Britten, Thomas S. Allen, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Steuart Bedford
IV. AndanteGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Lindley, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Bradley Creswick
IntermezzoPeter Hope, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
III. Presto con disinvolturaChristian Darnton, Peter Donohoe, Royal Northern Sinfonia
Country Band MarchCharles Ives, Royal Northern Sinfonia, James Sinclair
II. Air ecossais "Within a Mile of Edinburgh Town". Adagio non troppoJohn Field, Benjamin Frith, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Haslam
IX. Soliloquy No. 3, Dumaine's PoemGerald Finzi, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Howard Griffiths
III. AllegroFelix Mendelssohn, Marat Bisengaliev, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Andrew Penny
II. Playful PizzacatoBenjamin Britten, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Steuart Bedford
II. AllegroGeorge Frideric Handel, Simon Lindley, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Bradley Creswick
Gaily, but not quickFrederick Delius, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
I. Largamente maestoso - AllegroJoly Braga Santos, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Alvaro Cassuto
No. 3, Carol. Andante sempliceGerald Finzi, Robert Plane, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Howard Griffiths
IV. Allegretto graziosoJohannes Brahms, Lars Vogt, Royal Northern Sinfonia
NocturneGustav Holst, Royal Northern Sinfonia, David Lloyd-Jones
I. Allegro moderatoJohann Georg Albrechtsberger, Alain Trudel, Royal Northern Sinfonia
O Can Ye Sew Cushions? (Arr. for Voice & Orchestra)Benjamin Britten, Philip Langridge, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Steuart Bedford
II. LargoLudwig van Beethoven, Lars Vogt, Royal Northern Sinfonia
Eclogue, Op. 10Gerald Finzi, Peter Donohoe, Royal Northern Sinfonia, Howard Griffiths
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