Calefax Reed Quintet - An American Rhapsody - Import SACD Hybrid

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Calefax Reed Quintet

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This is interesting! The virtuoso group, the Calefax Reed Quintet, has released an album that traces the history of American music, from the masterpieces of Gershwin and Barber to the classic numbers of Duke Ellington and Stevie Wonder! The Reed Quintet "Calefax" has been described as "an ensemble with the mentality of pop music" and is highly acclaimed for its unparalleled technique. This album focuses on the United States and traces the history of American music from the 20th century to the present day! The album features not only classics such as Gershwin's famous "Rhapsody in Blue," the sonata by Florence Price, the leading African-American female composer, and Barber's "Excursion," but also jazz numbers by Billie Holiday, Duke Ellington, and many more. Stevie Wonder, Moondog, and others. It is a true testament to Calefax's ability to perform works that transcend genres with such freedom. The group has released many works on the MDG label.In recent years, the PENTATONE label has released "Hidden Treasures" (KKC-6198 / PTC-5186696), "Dido and Aeneas" (PTC-5186758), and "Bach's Musical Tributes" (out of print), and this album "American Rhapsody" is the fourth release. This disc is recommended for reed fans as well as audiophiles! King International

Tracklisting:

1.Rhapsody in Blue~I.
2.Rhapsody in Blue~II.
3.Rhapsody in Blue~III.
4.Rhapsody in Blue~IV.
5.Rhapsody in Blue~V.
6.Southland Sketches~Allegretto grazioso
7.Southland Sketches~Allegro
8.Excursions, Op. 20~Un poco allegro
9.Excursions, Op. 20~In slow blues tempo
10.Excursions, Op. 20~Allegretto
11.Excursions, Op. 20~Exuberant and joyous barn dance
12.Sonata in E minor~Andante
13.Sonata in E minor~Andante - Allegro
14.God Bless the Child
15.Satin Doll
16.In a Sentimental Mood
17.Overjoyed
18.Airports for Reed Quintet
19.New Amsterdam

Calefax Reed Quintet Collection List