04. Allen, Thomas "4. Adagio (The trees so high)" Intimations of Immortality op. 29 (Ode für Tenor, Chor und Orchester) (Auszug)
05. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Prelude"
06. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 1 There was a time when..."
07. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 2 The rainbow comes & goes"
08. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 3 Now, while the birds..."
09. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 4 Ye bless?d creatures..."
10. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 5 Our bith is but a sleep..."
11. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 6 Earth fills her lap..."
12. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 9 O joy! That in our embers..."
13. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 10 Then sing, ye birds sing..."
14. Guildford Philharmonic Orchestra "Nr. 11 And o, ye fountains..."
Number of discs:
1
Extra-Infos:
London Philharmonic Orchestra / Sir Adrian Boult
Description:
Tracks 1 to 4 recorded at Kingsway Hall, 10 November 1976.
Original LP: SRCS75 (in 1975)
Tracks 5 to 17 recorded at Guildford Cathedral, 20 - 22 November 1973.
Original LP: SRCS106 (in 1979)
Total time: 77:13
"The Trees so High/Intimations o" is a captivating CD release featuring the renowned conductor Sir Adrian Boult and the London Philharmonic Orchestra (LPO), brought to you by Lyrita, a distinguished label known for its dedication to British classical music. This recording presents two significant works: "The Trees So High," an evocative orchestral song cycle by Gerald Finzi, and "Intimations of Immortality," Ralph Vaughan Williams' majestic setting of Wordsworth's poetry. Both pieces are celebrated for their lyrical beauty and emotional depth, offering listeners a profound journey through English musical landscapes. The performances under Boult?s baton are widely praised for their sensitivity and insight, making this album an essential addition to any classical collection. Lyrita has long been respected for its high-quality recordings that spotlight British composers and performers.
Sir Adrian Boult was one of Britain?s most influential conductors in the 20th century, acclaimed for his interpretations of English music. His collaborations with leading orchestras such as the LPO have resulted in numerous landmark recordings, particularly in works by Elgar, Vaughan Williams, Holst, and other major figures from the British repertoire.