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Bax: Orchestral Works Vol 9 / Bryden Thomson, London PO
BAX The Truth about the Russian Dancers. From Dusk till Dawn âą Bryden Thomson, cond; London PO âą CHANDOS 10457 (67:12)
This is Volume 9 of Chandosâs midprice reissues of Bryden Thomsonâs extensive survey of the orchestral music of Arnold Bax. The good news for Bax fans is that these are two obscure but major works showcasing the composerâs distinctive and highly personal orchestral style. The bad news is that the music is not qualitatively on the same level as any of his symphonies or major tone poems. From Dusk till Dawn and The Truth about the Russian Dancers were composed respectively in 1917 and 1920 when Sergei Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes visited London and immediately captured Baxâs artistic imagination. The Truth about the Russian Dancers (at 46 minutes) is a major score (despite its ridiculous plot), and both works are replete with Baxâs typical colorful orchestration. These ballets also prove that Bax is not to be compared with Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, or Delibes as a melodist. Nevertheless, both pieces have their melodic moments. The lengthy and pivotal âDance of Motherhoodâ from The Truth about the Russian Dancers is a characteristic Baxian lyrical effusion. âKarissimaâs Farewellâ is suitably dramatic in a gentle sort of way, and the final allegro vivace dance achieves a level of dramatic urgency worthy of Prokofiev, who seems to be Baxâs principal influence in these ballets. From Dusk till Dawn contains several examples of lovely tone-painting, such as the aptly titled âSummer Night at the Window.â This may not represent Bax at his best, but there is plenty of gorgeously orchestrated, never-before recorded music here for the adventurous listener.
Bryden Thomson is obviously totally committed to Bax and conducts the music with plenty of rhythmic vitality. The sound is unequivocally Chandos, but on the top end of their game. Any Bax-lover will thoroughly enjoy this worthy presentation of some of his virtually unknown ballet music.
FANFARE: Arthur Lintgen
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Bax: Orchestral Works Vol 9 / Bryden Thomson, London PO
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BAX The Truth about the Russian Dancers. From Dusk till Dawn âą Bryden Thomson, cond; London PO âą CHANDOS 10457 (67:12)
This is Volume 9 of Chandosâs midprice reissues of Bryden Thomsonâs extensive survey of the orchestral music of Arnold Bax. The good news for Bax fans is that these are two obscure but major works showcasing the composerâs distinctive and highly personal orchestral style. The bad news is that the music is not qualitatively on the same level as any of his symphonies or major tone poems. From Dusk till Dawn and The Truth about the Russian Dancers were composed respectively in 1917 and 1920 when Sergei Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes visited London and immediately captured Baxâs artistic imagination. The Truth about the Russian Dancers (at 46 minutes) is a major score (despite its ridiculous plot), and both works are replete with Baxâs typical colorful orchestration. These ballets also prove that Bax is not to be compared with Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, or Delibes as a melodist. Nevertheless, both pieces have their melodic moments. The lengthy and pivotal âDance of Motherhoodâ from The Truth about the Russian Dancers is a characteristic Baxian lyrical effusion. âKarissimaâs Farewellâ is suitably dramatic in a gentle sort of way, and the final allegro vivace dance achieves a level of dramatic urgency worthy of Prokofiev, who seems to be Baxâs principal influence in these ballets. From Dusk till Dawn contains several examples of lovely tone-painting, such as the aptly titled âSummer Night at the Window.â This may not represent Bax at his best, but there is plenty of gorgeously orchestrated, never-before recorded music here for the adventurous listener.
Bryden Thomson is obviously totally committed to Bax and conducts the music with plenty of rhythmic vitality. The sound is unequivocally Chandos, but on the top end of their game. Any Bax-lover will thoroughly enjoy this worthy presentation of some of his virtually unknown ballet music.
FANFARE: Arthur Lintgen
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BAX The Truth about the Russian Dancers. From Dusk till Dawn âą Bryden Thomson, cond; London PO âą CHANDOS 10457 (67:12)
This is Volume 9 of Chandosâs midprice reissues of Bryden Thomsonâs extensive survey of the orchestral music of Arnold Bax. The good news for Bax fans is that these are two obscure but major works showcasing the composerâs distinctive and highly personal orchestral style. The bad news is that the music is not qualitatively on the same level as any of his symphonies or major tone poems. From Dusk till Dawn and The Truth about the Russian Dancers were composed respectively in 1917 and 1920 when Sergei Diaghilev and the Ballets Russes visited London and immediately captured Baxâs artistic imagination. The Truth about the Russian Dancers (at 46 minutes) is a major score (despite its ridiculous plot), and both works are replete with Baxâs typical colorful orchestration. These ballets also prove that Bax is not to be compared with Tchaikovsky, Prokofiev, or Delibes as a melodist. Nevertheless, both pieces have their melodic moments. The lengthy and pivotal âDance of Motherhoodâ from The Truth about the Russian Dancers is a characteristic Baxian lyrical effusion. âKarissimaâs Farewellâ is suitably dramatic in a gentle sort of way, and the final allegro vivace dance achieves a level of dramatic urgency worthy of Prokofiev, who seems to be Baxâs principal influence in these ballets. From Dusk till Dawn contains several examples of lovely tone-painting, such as the aptly titled âSummer Night at the Window.â This may not represent Bax at his best, but there is plenty of gorgeously orchestrated, never-before recorded music here for the adventurous listener.
Bryden Thomson is obviously totally committed to Bax and conducts the music with plenty of rhythmic vitality. The sound is unequivocally Chandos, but on the top end of their game. Any Bax-lover will thoroughly enjoy this worthy presentation of some of his virtually unknown ballet music.
FANFARE: Arthur Lintgen
