Rhapsody in Black and White
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1. Overture {From Treemonisha, Act 1}
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2. Rhapsody in Blue
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3. Yamekraw (A Negro Rhapsody)
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4. Africa: Land of Peace
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5. Africa: Land of Romance
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6. Africa: Land of Superstition
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7. New World A-Comin'
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Rhapsody in Black and White, Music, Edward "Duke" Ellington, George Gershwin, James P. [composer] Johnson, Scott Joplin, William Grant Still, Marco Fumo, American 20th/21st Century Opera, Chamber Music & Recitals, Classical, Classical Collections-Composer Desc., Classical Music, Concerto, Keyboard, Miscellaneous, Miscellaneous Music, Music for Keyboard, Opera, Orchestral, Suite for Orchestra
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- Facade - a unique experience!
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Walton: Facade
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Release Date: 2001-09-11 |
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Facade - a unique experience!.......2007-04-03
Walton (and Sitwell's) Facade is a delightful entertainment and nowhere better than here with all the extra poems that Walton set.
If you have never heard the piece before - it takes a little effort - but that is well worth the time.
The settings are witty and apposite. Stilgoe and Bron are the perfect pair to recite - I suspect few of the listeners in the US will have heard of them - except Stilgoe has written lyrics for Lloyd Webber.
I encourage you to try this CD - I am sure you will enjoy it.
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Release Date: 2000-01-04 |
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- Pleasant, low-key introduction to unknown composers
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Rhapsody in Black and White
Manufacturer: Dynamic Italy
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Release Date: 2001-01-23 |
Tracks:
- Overture [From Treemonisha, Act 1]
- Rhapsody in Blue
- Yamekraw (A Negro Rhapsody)
- Africa: Land of Peace
- Africa: Land of Romance
- Africa: Land of Superstition
- New World A-Comin'
Customer Reviews:
Pleasant, low-key introduction to unknown composers.......2005-07-31
Ignore the notes which identify Gershwin as an Afro-American ;-). Fumo performs his speciality, Afro-American piano works, well. This collection includes:
1. The overture from "Treemonisha" by Scott Joplin, who is best known for his ragtime piano works. The overture was published for piano and voice; the original orchestration is lost. While overtures are usually best when heard in the context of the entire work, the work stands well on its own.
2. Rhapsody in Blue by George Gershwin is given a solid performance - listeners may well have other favorite performances.
3. Yamekraw by James Price Johnson is one of two pieces that make this recording special. Most of his work is relegated to jazz. This piece was written as an answer to Rhapsody in Blue - the pairing gives this composer his due. Johnson's music is worth pursuing further.
4. Africa by William Grant Still, another composer unknown to me. This piece is played from the original manuscript rather than a transcription of the symphonic form. Still's music as well is worth pursuing further.
5. New World a-Comin' by Duke Ellington is a wonderful piece to round-out the album.
If you are interested in American classical music, this cd is a great introduction to unfamilar works with just enough familar to make the listener feel welcomed.
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