Boyce, William > Shepherd, Adrian

Boyce: 12 Overtures, Concerti Grossi / Shephard, Cantilena

2 CD / Chandos Records / 2002-08-27

Works: William Boyce: Overtures (12), for chamber ensembles; Concerto Grosso in B flat major; Concerto Grosso for 2 violins, cello & strings in B minor; Concerto Grosso for strings in E minor
Conductors: Shepherd, Adrian
Ensemble: Cantilena (Instrumental Ensemble)

William Boyce's orchestral music, written in the rococo style, is characterized by a fresh vigor and a distinctly English flavor. Chandos has placed the overtures...continue...