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Britten: Spring Symphony/Hymn to St. Cecilia/... [ CD / Album ]

Britten: Spring Symphony/Hymn to St. Cecilia/...

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  • Released Date: 01 Jan 2012

  • Genre: Classical

Our Take

Ah, the Spring Symphony by Benjamin Britten, a delightful concoction of blooming melodies and chirping orchestrations that will have you frolicking through meadows in no time. This collection of various artists takes us on a whimsical journey through the changing seasons, expertly blending Britten's intricate compositions with fresh and dynamic interpretations.

The opening track, "Shine Out, Fair Sun," sets the tone with its vibrant brass fanfare and delicate choral harmonies, transporting listeners to a sun-drenched garden filled with the promise of new beginnings. As the symphony progresses, we are treated to a kaleidoscope of sounds, from the haunting whispers of "Welcome, Maids of Honour" to the joyous crescendo of "Out On the Lawn I Lie."

But it is the final movement, "The Ballad of the Green Broom," that truly steals the show, with its infectious energy and infectious spirit. The artists bring a sense of playfulness and whimsy to Britten's intricate score, creating a joyful cacophony of sound that is impossible to resist.

Overall, the Spring Symphony is a masterful blend of classical grandeur and modern innovation, with each artist bringing their own unique flair to the table. So grab your picnic blanket, pour yourself a glass of Pimm's, and let Britten's Spring Symphony transport you to a world of sun-soaked bliss and musical wonder. Cheers to that, old chap!

Track Listing
Disc: 1
1. Introduction. Shine Out
2. The Merry Cuckoo
3. Spring, the Sweet Spring
4. When As the Rye
5. Now the Bright Morning Star
6. Welcome Maids of Honour
7. Waters Above!
8. Out On the Lawn I Lie in Bed
9. When Will My May Come
10. Fair and Fair
11. Sound the Flute!
12. London, to Thee I Do Present
13. In a Garden Shady
14. I Cannot Grow
15. O Ear Whose Creatures Cannot Wish to Fall
16. Hymn to the Virgin
17. Time
18. Concord
19. Time and Concord
20. Country Girls
21. Rustics and Fisherman
22. Final Dance of Homage

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