Samuel Adler, born in Germany in 1928, emigrated to the United States in 1939 to escape Nazi oppression.
Composition History
The New York Classical Players (NYCP) commissioned Samuel Adler's arrangement of 'Jupiter' from Gustav Holst's The Planets for string orchestra to feature prominently on a tour.
Recording & Production
The mutual admiration between composer Samuel Adler and the New York Classical Players (NYCP) resulted in this recording.
Composer Biography
Adler studied composition with notable figures like Paul Hindemith, Walter Piston, and Aaron Copland.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Samuel Adler has composed hundreds of pieces, many of which are 'functional music' for celebrations in synagogues and churches, akin to his teacher Hindemith's concept of Gebrauchsmusik.
Performer Biography
The New York Classical Players (NYCP), a chamber orchestra, presents all its concerts in the New York metropolitan area free of charge, believing access to musical excellence is a fundamental human right.
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