Description
Arnold Bax: Tone Poems (November Woods; The Happy Forest; The Garden Of Fand; Summer Music)– Bryden Thomson, Ulster Orchestra / Chandos Audio CD 1983
CHAN 8307
!!! Condition of CD is USED - VERY GOOD !!!
Product Details
- Label: Chandos – CHAN 8307
- Format: CD, Album
- Country: UK
- Released: 1983
- Genre: Classical
- Style: Modern, Romantic
Overview
This album offers a captivating collection of tone poems by British composer Arnold Bax, featuring the Ulster Orchestra conducted by Bryden Thomson. Bax’s works are celebrated for their lush orchestral textures and evocative soundscapes, and this album is no exception. The pieces featured on this CD—including November Woods, The Happy Forest, The Garden of Fand, and Summer Music—capture the vivid imagery and emotional depth for which Bax is known.
The performances are marked by a deep understanding of Bax’s style, with Bryden Thomson guiding the Ulster Orchestra through these rich, atmospheric compositions. Each piece paints a unique portrait of nature, myth, and the changing seasons, creating an immersive listening experience that highlights the beauty of Bax’s orchestral writing.
Track Listing
- November Woods – 18:30
- The Happy Forest – 10:14
- The Garden of Fand – 18:44
- Summer Music – 9:45
Key Credits
- Composer: Arnold Bax
- Conductor: Bryden Thomson
- Orchestra: Ulster Orchestra
- Leader: Richard Howarth
- Sound Engineer: Ralph Couzens
- Producer: Brian Couzens
- Sleeve Design: Mantis Studio
- Photography (Front Cover): Derek Forss
