T Wilson - Symphonies 2 & 5
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Label: Linn
Cat No: CKD643
Format: CD
Number of Discs: 1
Genre: Orchestral
Release Date: 13th November 2020
Contents
Artists
Royal Scottish National OrchestraConductor
Rory MacdonaldWorks
Symphony no.2Symphony no.5
Artists
Royal Scottish National OrchestraConductor
Rory MacdonaldAbout
Described by The Herald as Scotland’s leading modern symphonist, composer Thomas Wilson (1927–2001) was central to the renaissance of 20th-century music in Scotland. Wilson’s music was championed by the Royal Scottish National Orchestra throughout his life, so it is fitting that the RSNO has recorded a second volume of his symphonies to showcase the strength and inventiveness of his orchestral writing.
Wilson’s Second Symphony reveals him to be a mature composer, full of intent and confident in his own style. Premiered in 1965 it is a tautly conceived work, darkly powerful in parts but full of colour and lyricism.
The Fifth Symphony was commissioned by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra for their 25th-anniversary season in 1998 and was to be Wilson’s final work. Inspired by the challenge of writing for smaller symphonic forces, Wilson created a piece full of dramatic energy contrasted with moments of breathtaking tranquillity that stands apart from his other symphonies.
Rory Macdonald returns to conduct the RSNO following the critical success of their recording of Wilson’s Third and Fourth Symphonies.
Rory Macdonald stands out as one of the most interesting British conductors of his generation. On the concert podium, highlights include the premiere performances of works by notable composers including Sir James MacMillan, Carl Vine, Sally Beamish and Geoffrey Gordon
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra is one of Europe’s leading symphony orchestras; its artistic team is led by Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård, who was appointed Music Director in 2018. The RSNO has a worldwide reputation for the quality of its recordings, receiving two Diapason d’or de l’année awards and eight Grammy Awards nominations.
“Rory Macdonald draws thrilling, punchy playing from the Royal Scottish National Orchestra ... Fascinating, and a startling introduction to a very individual voice.” – The Arts Desk
“This was a fascinating discovery. Wilson – a 20th-century Scottish composer – has clearly been overlooked. His writing is colourful, dynamic and cinematic ...” – BBC Music Magazine
“Wilson’s is a big, eclectic style, and the performances are arresting.” – The Sunday Times
Wilson’s Second Symphony reveals him to be a mature composer, full of intent and confident in his own style. Premiered in 1965 it is a tautly conceived work, darkly powerful in parts but full of colour and lyricism.
The Fifth Symphony was commissioned by the Scottish Chamber Orchestra for their 25th-anniversary season in 1998 and was to be Wilson’s final work. Inspired by the challenge of writing for smaller symphonic forces, Wilson created a piece full of dramatic energy contrasted with moments of breathtaking tranquillity that stands apart from his other symphonies.
Rory Macdonald returns to conduct the RSNO following the critical success of their recording of Wilson’s Third and Fourth Symphonies.
Rory Macdonald stands out as one of the most interesting British conductors of his generation. On the concert podium, highlights include the premiere performances of works by notable composers including Sir James MacMillan, Carl Vine, Sally Beamish and Geoffrey Gordon
The Royal Scottish National Orchestra is one of Europe’s leading symphony orchestras; its artistic team is led by Danish conductor Thomas Søndergård, who was appointed Music Director in 2018. The RSNO has a worldwide reputation for the quality of its recordings, receiving two Diapason d’or de l’année awards and eight Grammy Awards nominations.
“Rory Macdonald draws thrilling, punchy playing from the Royal Scottish National Orchestra ... Fascinating, and a startling introduction to a very individual voice.” – The Arts Desk
“This was a fascinating discovery. Wilson – a 20th-century Scottish composer – has clearly been overlooked. His writing is colourful, dynamic and cinematic ...” – BBC Music Magazine
“Wilson’s is a big, eclectic style, and the performances are arresting.” – The Sunday Times
Reviews
...remarkably precise and punchy in its directional purpose. Conductor Rory Macdonald elicits a performance of rhythmic vigour and emotional heft.The Scotsman
[Symphony] No 2 is in three movements; it is music of exalted rhetoric, edgy intensity and the solidest craftsmanship. No 5, his last completed work, is a superb single span that embraces a luminous excursion for strings. Splendid, devoted performances. Paul DriverThe Sunday Times 25 October 2020
The recording showcases Wilson’s formal and orchestral mastery...This is clearly the mark of a true symphonist...Rory Macdonald and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra commit themselves wholeheartedly, and do these often beautiful works full justice. The recording and production are excellent on all counts...a very fine release that deserves whole-hearted acclaim.MusicWeb International
The performances from Rory MacDonald and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra are terrific, in both works they capture the concentrated element of Wilson's writing, but also bring out the many incidental beauties of his instrumental writing and ear for orchestral colour... I do hope that they continue to explore the composer's output.Planet Hugill
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