Russell: Rhapsody for Horn and Orchestra / Middle Earth
11/30/2003, 15 Tracks, 59:24
Featuring
Richard Todd
Michael Nowak*
San Luis Obispo Symphony Orchestra
Craig Russell
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Album & Artwork
The cover photo for this album features Morro Rock, taken by David Garth, alongside an American flag from the 1880s.
Recording & Production
This album was recorded at Harman Hall at the Performing Arts Center in San Luis Obispo, California, over three days in March 2000.
Composer Biography
Craig Russell, an American composer, is often described as 'Coplandesque' due to his compositions evoking American cultural influences.
Compositional Technique
Russell's Rhapsody for Horn and Orchestra pays homage to various composers and artists, including Samuel Barber, Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie 'Bird' Parker, and Tito Puente.
Critical Reception
One critic noted that the unifying element in Russell's Rhapsody, despite its diverse influences, is the horn itself, calling it 'a remarkable idea'.
