Experience the grandeur of classical music with Sir Colin Davis at the helm in this captivating live album, "The Last Night Of The Proms." Recorded at the iconic Royal Albert Hall in London between 1969 and 1972, this collection offers a unique blend of operatic arias, orchestral masterpieces, and patriotic British tunes, all performed with the unmistakable flair of Sir Colin Davis and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.
The album kicks off with a commentary that sets the stage for an evening of musical excellence. It features a diverse range of compositions, from the majestic "Pomp and Circumstance March No. 1" by Edward Elgar to the stirring "Hail, All Hail to the Queen" from Hector Berlioz's "Les Troyens." Richard Wagner's "Wesendonck Lieder" adds a touch of romanticism, while Felix Mendelssohn's "Octet in E Flat" showcases the orchestra's virtuosity.
Sir Colin Davis, known for his innovative approach and deep musical insight, conducts the BBC Symphony Orchestra and Chorus, along with renowned soprano Jessye Norman, in a performance that is both powerful and nuanced. The album culminates in a rousing medley of British sea songs and patriotic anthems, including "Rule, Britannia!" and "Jerusalem," providing a fitting finale to this extraordinary musical journey.
Released in 1987 by Decca Music Group Ltd., "The Last Night Of The Proms" is a testament to Sir Colin Davis's enduring legacy and his ability to bring out the best in both the orchestra and the repertoire. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album promises an unforgettable experience.
Commentary - 1 / Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Unknown BBC Presenter
Overture Cockaigne, Op. 40 - Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Edward Elgar, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Pomp and Circumstance Op. 39: March No. 1 in D Major - Recorded 1969 / Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Edward Elgar, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Les Troyens, H 133 / Act 3: Hail, All Hail to the Queen - Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Hector Berlioz, BBC Chorus, BBC Choral Society, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: 4. Schmerzen - Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Richard Wagner, Jessye Norman, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Wesendonck Lieder, WWV 91: 5. Träume - Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Richard Wagner, Jessye Norman, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Octet In E Flat, Op. 20, MWV R20 - Mendelssohn: 3. Scherzo - Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Felix Mendelssohn, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Commentary - 2 / Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Announcer, Unknown BBC Presenter
Fantasia on British Sea SongsSir Henry Wood, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
"Sailor's Hornpipe"Sir Henry Wood, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Judas Maccabaeus HWV 63: See, the conqu'ring hero comes!George Frideric Handel, BBC Chorus, BBC Choral Society, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Rule BritanniaThomas Arne, BBC Chorus, BBC Choral Society, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis
Jerusalem - With Commentary / Live at Royal Albert Hall, London / 1969-1972Hubert Parry, BBC Chorus, BBC Choral Society, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Sir Colin Davis, Unknown BBC Presenter
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