Description

I Hoffnung Festival Concert Public Au Royal Festival Hall De Londres / Harmonia Mundi LP

HM 768

Product Features

Label: Harmonia Mundi – HM 768
Format: Vinyl, LP, Album
Country: France
Genre: Classical
Style: Parody, Classical, Romantic, Modern, Comedy

Overview

"I Hoffnung Festival Concert Public Au Royal Festival Hall De Londres" is a unique and entertaining classical music album that showcases the comedic and satirical side of classical music. Conducted by notable figures such as Lawrence Leonard, Malcolm Arnold, and Norman Del Mar, this album features a variety of compositions that blend humor and musical excellence. The album includes performances by the Orchestre Symphonique de Morley College and The Hoffnung Symphony Orchestra, making it a delightful addition to any classical music collection.

Interesting Facts

Gerard Hoffnung was a British artist, humorist, and musician known for his comedic approach to classical music.
The album features a mix of classical compositions and parodies, including works by Malcolm Arnold, Leopold Mozart, and Franz Reizenstein.
The concert was held at the Royal Festival Hall in London, a prestigious venue known for its rich cultural and musical history.
The album includes a variety of performers, such as Dennis Brain on horn and Yvonne Arnaud on piano, adding to its eclectic and engaging nature.

Track Listing

A1: Introduction Par Mr T.E. Bean, Secretaire Général Du Royal Festival Hall - Speech – Mr T.E. Bean - 0:32
A2: Fanfare - Brass – Trumpeters Of The Royal Military School Of Music, Composed By – Francis Baines - 1:18
A3: Une Grande Grande Ouverture - Composed By – Malcolm Arnold - 8:08
A4: Concerto Pour Tuyau D'Arrosage Et Orchestre, 3e Mouvement - Composed By – Leopold Mozart, Soloist – Dennis Brain - 1:42
A5: Concerto Popolare Ou Concerto De Piano Pour Achever Tous Les Autres - Composed By – Franz Reizenstein, Soloist – Yvonne Arnaud - 12:15
B1: Symphonie N° 94 "La Surprise" Andante - Arranged By – Donald Swann, Composed By – Joseph Haydn, Ensemble – Members Of The B.B.C. Music Division - 6:33
B2: Allocution De Gerard Hoffnung - Speech – Gerard Hoffnung - 2:52
B3: Mazurka N° 47 En La Mineur Op. 68-II - Arranged By – Daniel Abrams, Composed By – Chopin - 2:55
B4: Lochinvar Pour Speakers & Percussions - Composed By – Humphrey Searle, Narrator – Gerard Hoffnung, Yvonne Arnaud, Text By – Walter Scott - 6:30
B5: Variations Sur "Annie Laurie" - Composed By, Conductor – Gordon Jacob, Ensemble – The Hoffnung Festival Ensemble - 7:35
- B5a: Thème: Alerto Ma Non Troppo
- B5b: Var. 1: Poco Inglesemente
- B5c: Var 2: Molto Zingaresemente
- B5d: Var 3: Alla Gigolo
- B5e: Var 4: Final; Assai

Key Credits

Conductor: Lawrence Leonard (tracks: B1), Malcolm Arnold (tracks: A3), Norman Del Mar (tracks: A4)
Horn: Dennis Brain
Orchestra: Orchestre Symphonique de Morley College, The Hoffnung Symphony Orchestra, Les Trompettes Du Conservatoire Militaire Royal
Piano: Yvonne Arnaud
Producer: Sam Wanamaker
Tuba [Le Quatuor De Tubas]: Gerard Hoffnung, Jim Powell (4), John Wilson (42), Nigel Amherst