De La Parra / Thakar / CCPA SO / CCPA Chamber Orch -Mythology Symphony / Thunderwalker / Shadow -Cedille CD Grooves.land/Playthek

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Sinfonie "Mythology Symphony"

01. Parra, Alondra De la "1. Becoming Medusa"

02. Parra, Alondra De la "2. Penelope waits"

03. Parra, Alondra De la "3. The lovely sirens"

04. Parra, Alondra De la "4. The fates of man"

05. Parra, Alondra De la "5. Pandora undone"
Thunderwalker

06. Thakar, Markand "Nr. 1 Ritual"

07. Thakar, Markand "Nr. 2 Invoking the Gods"

08. Thakar, Markand "Nr. 3 Summoned"

09. Thakar, Markand "Shadow (für Orchester)"

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Chicago based American composer and associate professor of composition at Roosevelt University, Stacy Garrop's first album of orchestral music is a collection of world-premiere recordings. Mythology Symphony, a five-movement work inspired by famous female figures from Greek mythology with a compelling performance by conductor Alonda de la Parra leading the Chicago College of Performing Arts (CCPA) Symphony Orchestra of Roosevelt University. Thunderwalker and Shadow, described as "a moving interplay of counterpoint, shifting textures, and profound emotion" is conducted by Peabody Conservatory-based Markand Thakar. The prolific Garrop has elicited positive critical praise with Gramophone magazine spotlighting her as a composer whose work displays "vision and breadth." In 2015, her oratorio Terra Nostra will receive it's world premiere in San Francisco and her compositions ranging from choral to chamber, lieder to now orchestral have been performed by illustrious ensembles such as Avalon String Quartet, Capital Quartet and the esteemed choir Chanticleer.

Recorded March 5-7, 2014, January 29-31, 2015, Benito Juarez Community Academy Performing Arts Center, Chicago, Illinois World premiere recordings of Mythology Symphony, Thunderwalker, and Shadow

"Mythology Symphony/Thunderwalker/Shadow" is a captivating CD release featuring the CCPA Symphony Orchestra and CCPA Chamber Orchestra, conducted by renowned maestros Mei-Ann Chen (De La Parra) and Sameer Patel (Thakar). This album brings together three contemporary orchestral works that explore mythological themes, dynamic soundscapes, and evocative storytelling through music. The selection showcases both large-scale symphonic power and intimate chamber textures, offering listeners an immersive journey into modern classical creativity. Cedille Records, the label behind this release, is celebrated for its commitment to high-quality recordings of innovative repertoire performed by exceptional artists from Chicago and beyond. With a reputation for artistic excellence since 1989, Cedille has garnered multiple Grammy Awards and continues to enrich the world of classical music with distinctive projects like this one.

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CDR90000160

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