Holst: Hammersmith – Reference Recordings HDCD

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“This recording was made in Dallas’s showcase Morton H. Meyerson Symphony Center in June 1990. The repertory is a mix of standards— Holst’s two suites—and the mildly esoteric A Moorside Suite and Hammersmith. Of these, Hammersmith will appeal to those who like the composer’s Planets, particularly Uranus. The selections are played in Holst’s original instrumentation, and sound much the better and cleaner for it. The ensemble is crisp, and the solo and sectional playing measures up to a truly ‘symphonic’ standard. …the Texans seem to have a secure grasp of Holst’s idiom. The hall provides something very close to an ideal sound envelope, and the recording presents a well- focused image with lots of depth, good presence, and, except for some brightness in the high brass, natural tonal balance.” —Ted Libbey

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Holst: Hammersmith – Reference Recordings HDCD

“Holst: Hammersmith” by Reference Recordings HDCD is an exquisite audiophile release that captures the power and nuance of Gustav Holst’s compositions. This high-definition CD features a remarkable performance of Holst’s “Hammersmith,” showcasing the piece’s intricate brass and woodwind arrangements with exceptional clarity and depth. The recording is renowned for its pristine sound quality, making it a must-have for classical music enthusiasts and audiophiles alike.

Track Listing

1st Suite for Military Band in E-Flat Major, Op. 28 No. 1, H. 105:
I. Chaconne
II. Intermezzo
III. March

A Moorside Suite, H. 173:
I. Scherzo. Allegro
II. Nocturne. Adagio
III. March. Allegro

2nd Suite for Military Band in F Major, Op. 28 No. 2, H. 106:

I. March
II. Song Without Words
III. Song of the Blacksmith
IV. Fantasia on the Dargason
Hammersmith, Op. 52, H. 178

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    Classical music is a genre characterised by its structured compositions, which span from intricate solo pieces to complex orchestral arrangements, developed over centuries starting in the Western world around the 11th century. It emphasises formal styles and is known for its diverse range of forms, including symphonies, concertos, and operas, often focusing on harmonic development and sophisticated musical motifs.