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Jack Gallagher: Symphony No. 2 "Ascendant" & Quiet Reflections

7/6/2015, 5 Tracks, 1:14:43

Featuring

  • JoAnn Falletta
  • London Symphony Orchestra
  • Jack Gallagher

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Composer's Artistic Vision

The Symphony No. 2 'Ascendant' by Jack Gallagher seeks to express the aspirations and strivings of the human spirit, with its title referring to both an upward-leaping gesture and elevated aspirations.

Source: Booklet

Recording & Production

The recording was made possible through the generosity of Ethel L. and John J. Gallagher, and Muriel R. and Robert G. Schaffeld.

Source: Booklet

Recording & Production

This album features world premiere recordings of Jack Gallagher's Symphony No. 2 'Ascendant' and 'Quiet Reflections'.

Source: Booklet

Composer Biography

Jack Gallagher, the composer, began studying composition, counterpoint, and orchestration with the distinguished American composer Elie Siegmeister thanks to his parents' generosity.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

JoAnn Falletta is a champion of American music, having presented over five hundred works by American composers, including 110 world premières.

Source: Booklet

Performer Biography

JoAnn Falletta, the conductor, serves as Music Director of the Buffalo Philharmonic and Virginia Symphony and is Principal Guest Conductor of the Brevard Music Center of North Carolina.

Source: Booklet

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