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Cat. No.: 476 5690 |
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DAVID HOBSON | Presenting David Hobson
David Hobson, tenor
TRACK LISTING Nella Fantasia from The Mission When She Loved Me from Toy Story 2 Se from Cinema Paradiso Gloomy Winter from The Piano Ombra mai fù from Serse Una furtiva lagrima from The Elixir of Love Au fond du temple saint from The Pearl Fishers The Rose from The Rose In Questa Stanza Moon River from Breakfast at Tiffany's Silent Worship from Tolomeo Che gelida manina from La Bohème When Love Comes By from Il Postino J'ai perdu mon Eurydice from Orpheus and Eurydice Corpus Christi Carol from A Boy is Born And I Love Her from A Hard Day's Night Calling You from Bagdad Café Tomorrow, tomorrow from Macbeth Tenor and composer David Hobson is one of Australia's best known operatic performers. Currently appearing on Channel Seven's hit show 'It Takes Two' with supermodel and television personality Erika Heynatz, David has himself won numerous awards, including a MO award for Operatic Performer of the Year and Sydney Critics' Circle Awards for his performances as Rodolfo in the acclaimed Baz Luhrmann production of La bohème and the role of Orphée in Orphée et Eurydice. This disc features highlights from his many CD recordings, and shows the beauty of his voice in music from stage and screen. MARKETING PLANS National television promotion on ABC TV |
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Cat. No.: 476 8035 |
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CANTILLATION | Ye Banks and Braes
Cantillation Sinfonia Australis Antony Walker Paul Stanhope
TRACK LISTING Ye Banks and Braes She Moved through the Fair Scotch Strathspey and Reel Irish Tune from County Derry Deep River Shenandoah The Minstrel Boy Scarborough Fair Bobby Shaftoe Shallow Brown Ca' the Yowes Were You There? Brigg Fair Steal Away The Turtle Dove Waltzing Matilda There's something about a folksong. Ancient, eternal, anonymous, handed down by word of mouth from father to son, from mother to daughter, from a rural age of simplicity and innocence to our complex and cynical modern world - folksongs have a clarity that can pierce our jaded 21st-century hearts. So the story goes. But while our ears may hear that refreshing purity, the songs have their own tales to tell. Many are not actually anonymous at all. Some were carefully crafted with paper and pen. Often they are claimed with equal fervour by communities at opposite ends of the country, or even on opposite sides of the ocean. A few are less than a century old. Nonetheless, there is still something about a folksong. This recording features Cantillation - an ensemble of fine voices with the speed, agility and flexibility of a chamber orchestra. Formed in 2001 by Antony Walker and Alison Johnston, it has since been busy in the concert hall, opera theatre and the recording studio. The performance is accompanied by Sinfonia Australis and conducted by Antony Walker and Paul Stanhope. MARKETING PLANS Extensive reviews and airplay |
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Cat. No.: 476 5334 |
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GARETH KOCH | Six Ribbons
Gareth Koch, guitar
TRACK LISTING J.S. BACH: Prelude from Cello Suite No. 1, BWV1007 J.S. BACH: Prelude in D minor, BWV999 J.S. BACH: Bourrée from Suite in E minor, BWV996 SANZ: Villano KAPSBERGER: Toccata Arpeggiata WEISS: Prelude in D minor DOWLAND: Mr Dowland's Midnight DOWLAND: The Right Honourable Robert, Earl of Essex, his Galliard DOWLAND: Lachrimae Pavan VIVALDI: Concerto in D major, RV93 ANONYMOUS: Nocturne TRADITIONAL ENGLISH: Scarborough Fair - Arr. Gareth Koch TRADITIONAL IRISH: The Salley Gardens - Arr. Gareth Koch TRADITIONAL CELTIC: Ballad - Arr. Gareth Koch TRADITIONAL SCOTTISH: Skye Boat Song - Arr. Gareth Koch TRADITIONAL ENGLISH: Greensleeves - Arr. Gareth Koch JON ENGLISH: Six Ribbons - Arr. Gareth Koch The music that Gareth Koch has selected for this recording is a reflection of the diverse origins of the guitar, and its evolution from vital folk instrument to the soundtrack of courtly life to virtuoso concert soloist. It's also a series of portraits of the composer-performers who created a repertoire of great depth and beauty. Gareth has chosen to play much of this music on an eight-string guitar, which blends the best aspects of the lute - extended range and access to the keys favoured by Baroque composers - with the guitar's vibrant projecting tone. Features works by Dowland, Kapsberger, and Bach, along with a selection of traditional English folk tunes MARKETING PLANS Extensive reviews and airplay |
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Cat. No.: 475 7495 |
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VARIOUS ARTISTS | Relaxing Adagios
TRACK LISTING J.S. BACH: Double Concerto GURIDI: Aritz adarean BIZET: Intermezzo (Carmen) GLUCK: Dance of the Blessed Spirits Relaxing Adagios offers a great selection of classical chill-out music. Together with well known repertoire that everyone loves there are also a few hidden gems to add variety and interest. The ideal compilation for any relaxing evening. Two-and-a-half hours of music on two CDs for the price of one! MARKETING PLANS Featured on radio programs on ABC and MBS |
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Cat. No.: 477 6297 |
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NETREBKO · GARANCA · PAPE · TERFEL | The Mozart Album
ARTISTS Anna Netrebko · Erika Miklósa, sopranos Elina Garanca, mezzo soprano Christoph Strehl, tenor Thomas Quasthoff · Bryn Terfel, baritones René Pape, bass Claudio Abbado Sir Charles Mackerras Sebastian Weigle
TRACK LISTING MOZART: 'Giunse alfin il momento' ? 'Hai già vinto la causa!' ( Le nozze di Figaro ) 'Oh smania! oh furie!...D'Oreste, d'Aiace' ( Idomeneo ) 'Ah, perdona al primo affetto' ( La clemenza di Tito )
'Zeffiretti lusinghieri' ( Idomeneo ) 'Soave sia il vento' ( Così fan tutte ) Deutsche Grammophon's vocal star power joins forces with Anna Netrebko for the ultimate Mozart Year album. This is the Mozart Year release everyone has been waiting for: All-new recordings of Mozart's most popular opera arias and duets - a collection starring Anna Netrebko and other famed Mozart interpreters, accompanied by the world's most respected conductors including Claudio Abbado and Sir Charles Mackerras. Never before have so many top artists come together for a new recording in homage to Salzburg's favourite son. Along with established Deutsche Grammophon artists Thomas Quasthoff and Bryn Terfel, there are two new additions to the DG family Elina Garan?a, who recently signed an exclusive contract with Deutsche Grammophon and will record her first solo album this summer, has quickly established herself as one of the music world's finest performers. This intriguing, Latvian-born mezzo-soprano has been acclaimed by the legendary Dame Joan Sutherland for her 'superb voice and 'the natural-born appearance of a diva.' René Pape (bass), who will record his first classical arias album for Deutsche Grammophon this fall, stands out as one of the most sought after singers of his generation. 'Tall, young, and dashing, René Pape is the bass of the future,' proclaimed WQXR radio, while the Wall Street Journal contends that 'Bass René Pape - handsome, suave-toned and full of high spirits and dangerous undercurrents - is a Méphistophélès that anyone would follow right to hell.' MARKETING Radio Press Competition Retail |
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Cat. No.: 477 5901 |
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ANNE SOFIE VON OTTER | 'I let the music speak'
ARTISTS Anne Sofie von Otter, mezzo soprano Benny Andersson, piano Georg Wadenius, guitar Fredrik Jonsson, acoustic bass Magnus Persson, drums & percussion Jörgen Stenberg, vibraphone Mikael Augustsson, accordion Jakob Ruthberg, viola Magnus Lindgren, flute , Anders Eljas, piano Svante Henryson, acoustic bass Lasse Englund, Dobro guitar Pär Grebacken, clarinet
TRACK LISTING The Day Before You Came Fulfilling her wishes, Anne Sofie von Otter celebrates the songs of ABBA in her own way. After her successful collaboration with Elvis Costello on 'For the Stars', Anne Sofie von Otter continues to explore the terrain of popular music with a second album, 'I Let The Music Speak.' This recording celebrates the music of ABBA and other songs by Benny Andersson/Björn Ulvaeus. 'I Let The Music Speak' combines classic ABBA tracks such as 'The Winner Takes It All' and 'I Am Just A Girl' with emotional ballads from the Andersson/Ulvaeus musicals Kristina and Chess, including 'Ut Mot' and 'Heaven Help My Heart.' The album's folk, jazz, pop, and classical arrangements are performed by Scandinavia's finest jazz and folk musicians. Anne Sofie von Otter's motivation behind this project is rooted in her admiration for Andersson's music and in her emotional response to his compositions. 'I sing things that I like and that touch me in some way - be it Mozart or Bach or Handel or Monteverdi or Andersson/Ulvaeus - as long as it means something to me. But the main reason is because I think this music is fantastic. I love it.' The ABBA hit 'Money, Money' will be a hidden bonus track on the album! MARKETING PLANS PRESS ONLINE TELEVISION |
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Cat. No.: 476 5682 |
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CHOIR OF TRINITY COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE Abide with Me - Classic Hymns
Choir of Trinity College, University of Melbourne Australian Chamber Brass Ensemble Jonathan Bradley, organ Michael Leighton Jones, director
TRACK LISTING Praise to the Lord I vow to thee, my country Be still, my soul Be thou my vision Lord of earth and all creation O sacred head sore wounded Glory be to Jesus Holy Father, God of might All my hope on God is founded I bind unto myself today All praise to thee, my God, this night All creatures of our God and King The day you gave us, Lord, is ended Abide with me The Lord's my shepherd Eternal Father, strong to save Love divine, all loves excelling Praise, my soul, the King of Heaven All people that on earth do dwell Come down, O love divine For all the saints Favourite hymns performed by one of Australia's finest church choirs. Recorded in the rich acoustic of Trinity College Chapel in the University of Melbourne, this recording features the full splendour of organ and brass. The Choir of Trinity College is well-known for its fine singing of music in the Anglican Cathedral tradition, from the 16th century to the present day. This disc contains 21 of the best-loved hymns of all time, including 'Be thou my vision', 'The Lord's my shepherd' and 'For all the saints'. MARKETING PLANS National television promotion on ABC TV |
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Cat. No.: 476 5683 |
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TEDDY TAHU RHODES | Three Classic Albums
Teddy Tahu Rhodes, baritone Three classic albums featuring ARIA Award-winning sensation Teddy Tahu Rhodes. Released to coincide with his extensive national tour with the Australian Chamber Orchestra. The Voice Winner of the 2004 ARIA Award for Best Classical Album, this disc features songs and arias by Puccini, Gounod, Bach, Wagner, Grainger and many more. Highlights include the Toreador's Song from Carmen and the magnificent duet 'In the Depths of the Temple' from The Pearl Fishers, performed with tenor David Hobson. Mozart Arias Classic opera arias from one of the greatest composers ever to write for the human voice. Features favourites from The Marriage of Figaro, Don Giovanni, Così fan tutte and The Magic Flute. Vagabond Intimate music for voice and piano. Vaughan Williams' Songs of Travel, Finzi's Let Us Garlands Bring, Quilter's Three Shakespeare Songs, Ireland's Three Masefield Ballads, and folk song arrangements by Benjamin Britten. MARKETING PLANS National Tour with ACO TOUR DATES Canberra 4 August |
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Cat. No.: 476 5331 |
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TASMANIAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | SCHUMANN: Complete Symphonies
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra Sebastian Lang-Lessing, conductor
TRACK LISTING SCHUMANN: Symphony No. 1 in B-flat major, Op. 38 'Spring' Symphony No. 2 in C major, Op. 61 Symphony No. 3 in E-flat major, Op. 97 'Rhenish' Symphony No. 4 in D minor, Op. 120 Schumann was one of the leaders of German Romantic music. Inspired by Beethoven and Mendelssohn, Schumann's symphonies are deeply personal reflections of the composer's own journey through joy, despair, healing and redemption. This 2CD set is the first Australian recording of the complete Schumann symphonies. Performed by the Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Chief Conductor Sebastian Lang-Lessing, this double album presents Schumann's rich orchestral colours and striking poetic visions with a tender intimacy. MARKETING PLANS CD to be launched during TSO Tour to Sydney in August |
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Cat. No.: 476 5698 |
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TASMANIAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | Australian Composers Series, Volume 1
Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra's Australian Composers series is one of the most important recording projects in the history of Australian music, making available on CD the orchestral works of a wide range of Australian composers, performed by one of the world's finest small orchestras. This box set brings together the first five releases in the series: Richard Mills, Nigel Westlake, Carl Vine, Gordon Kerry and Ross Edwards. 462 0162 Richard Mills - Concertos for Strings MARKETING PLANS Extensive reviews and airplay |
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Cat. No.: 476 5699 |
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TASMANIAN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA | Australian Composers Series, Volume 2
ARTISTS Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra The Tasmanian Symphony Orchestra's Australian Composers series is one of the most important recording projects in the history of Australian music, making available on CD the orchestral works of a wide range of Australian composers, performed by one of the world's finest small orchestras. This box set brings together the second five releases in the series: Larry Sitsky, Don Kay, Peter Sculthorpe, Elena Kats-Chernin and Brenton Broadstock. 476 5252 Larry Sitsky - Violin Concertos (2CD) MARKETING PLANS Extensive reviews and airplay |
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