Pedro Iturralde, the composer of Memorias, was a child prodigy on clarinet and saxophone, blending Spanish elements like flamenco with jazz idioms.
Composition History
Shostakovich's Jazz Suite movements were selected and arranged by Iain Farrington from two of Shostakovich's works, including film and ballet scores.
Composer Biography
Dmitri Shostakovich, the composer of the Jazz Suite, collaborated on thirty-six films, demonstrating his legacy extends beyond traditional genres like symphony and opera.
Instruments
The saxophone, first patented in June 1846, is highlighted on this album for its versatility and chameleon-like qualities.
Composition History
Bizet's Carmen Suite, arranged by Iain Farrington, adeptly captures the vibrancy of the opera, which premiered in Paris in March 1875.
Recording & Production
This album is a premiere recording of all arrangements by Iain Farrington, a pianist, organist, composer, and arranger.
Performer Biography
Iain Farrington, who arranged the works on this album, is a renowned pianist, organist, composer, and arranger, with collaborations with major UK ensembles and orchestras.
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