Description

Ketèlbey – In A Persian Market / In A Monastery Garden / In A Chinese Temple Garden / Audio CD

UPC 028940001123

Product Details:

Label: Philips – 400 011-2
Format: CD
Country: Germany
Genre: Classical

Overview

This enchanting compilation of Albert Ketèlbey's works, performed by the London Promenade Orchestra under the direction of Alexander Faris and featuring the Ambrosian Chorus, offers a timeless journey through some of the composer’s most evocative pieces. From the bustling imagery of In A Persian Market to the serene beauty of In A Monastery Garden and the exotic atmosphere of In A Chinese Temple Garden, each piece immerses listeners in vividly painted musical landscapes.

Notable highlights include the stirring vocal contributions by tenor Laurence Dale in In The Mystic Land Of Egypt, the whimsical piano work of Michael Reeves in Dance Of The Merry Mascots and The Clock And The Dresden Figures, and the intricate choral arrangements led by John McCarthy. This collection is a captivating tribute to Ketèlbey's genius, ideal for classical music enthusiasts seeking a rich and emotive listening experience.

Track Listing:

In A Chinese Temple Garden – 6:52 (Chorus: Ambrosian Chorus)
In A Monastery Garden – 5:29 (Chorus: Ambrosian Chorus)
Sanctuary Of The Heart – 5:08
Bank Holiday – 2:47
Dance Of The Merry Mascots – 6:44 (Piano: Michael Reeves)
In A Persian Market – 6:47 (Chorus: Ambrosian Chorus)
In The Mystic Land Of Egypt – 6:27 (Chorus: Ambrosian Chorus, Tenor Vocals: Laurence Dale)
Bells Across The Meadows – 4:38
The Clock And The Dresden Figures – 3:59 (Piano: Michael Reeves)
With Honor Crowned – 5:20