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Music for a Time of War by Ives, Adams, Britten, Vaughn Williams

1 CD / PentaTone Classics / 2011-10-25

Works: Charles Ives: Contemplations (2); John Adams: The Wound-Dresser; Benjamin Britten: Sinfonia da Requiem, Op. 20; Ralph Vaughan Williams: Symphony no 4 in F minor
Performers: Iwasaki, Jun; Sylvan, Sanford; Work, Jeffrey
Conductors: Kalmar, Carlos

Since the Oregon Symphony was established more than 100 years ago, it has been recognized for its internationally acclaimed music directors, skilled performers, diverse programs...continue...
Recording information: Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland, OR (05/07/2011-05/08/2011)....continue...

John Adams: Shaker Loops, etc / Alsop, Gunn, et al

1 CD / Naxos (USA) / 2004-10-19

Works: John Adams: Short Ride in a Fast Machine, fanfare for orchestra; The Wound-Dresser; Berceuse élégiaque, arrangement for small orchestra of Busoni original; Shaker Loops
Performers: Gunn, Nathan
Conductors: Alsop, Marin
Ensemble: Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra

"Alsop's workmanlike performances are certainly up to the Naxos standard, and Gunn's tender interpretations of Walt Whitman's words in 'The Wounded-Dresser' are truly lovely. For...continue...