The Concerto for Alto Saxophone and Orchestra reworks material from two earlier chamber works, including a trio whose introductory movement forms the culmination of the concerto.
Composition History
The Violin Concerto was commissioned by Maestro Vladimir Lande, the principal guest conductor of the St Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, after he heard Aikman's violin and piano sonatas.
Recording & Production
This recording is a "cross-continental achievement," featuring American soloists and an American conductor with a Russian orchestra, recorded in St Petersburg, Russia.
Performer Biography
Taimur Sullivan, the alto saxophonist on this recording, is recognized as one of the leading American classical saxophonists of his generation and has premiered over one hundred new compositions.
Performer Biography
The St Petersburg State Symphony Orchestra, established in 1967, has a policy of performing music of every epoch, genre, and style, with particular attention to living composers.
Performer Biography
Violinist Charles Wetherbee, who performs on this album, made his debut with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra at a young age and has performed as a soloist and chamber musician worldwide.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Composer James Aikman aims for his music to be enchanting and interactive for both the soloist and the orchestra, drawing from a wide range of stylistic influences.
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