Bennett's Symphony No. 3, composed twenty years after his second, features a moderate orchestra and is mostly thoughtful, lyrical, and more or less monothematic with a strong feeling of tonality.
Composition History
Bennett's Sinfonietta was commissioned by the National Federation of Music Societies in the UK to celebrate its fiftieth anniversary, and was conceived for chamber orchestra with amateur performers in mind.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bennett believed his creativity thrived on restrictions, often responding well to commissions and film work.
Composer Biography
Sir Richard Rodney Bennett (the composer) led a multi-faceted musical life, known for film scores, jazz piano, and classical concert music.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bennett considered his Third Symphony his favorite piece, stating it was written spontaneously and he loved it.
Composer's Artistic Vision
Bennett considered melody and emotional honesty central to his music, even though serialism formed the basis of his musical language.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded using 24-bit / 96 kHz technology, which provides a dynamic range up to 48 dB greater and 256 times the resolution of standard 16-bit recordings.
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