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Origin of the Species: Evolution – Mimart
Origin of the Species Revisited – The Bellon Complete Series – Boxed Set
Origin of the Species Revisited Vol. 3
Origin of the Species Revisited Vol. 2
The Journey Continues for the Bellon Complete Edition - This CD, the second in The Wallace Collection Bellon complete edition, was recorded in September/October 2020, in the Macpherson Recital Room at the Laidlaw Music Centre in the University of St Andrews. It continues The Wallace Collection ‘Origin of the Species’ series and is the middle release of the three volumes which present all of Bellon‘s quintets. It includes Bellon's Quintettes 4, 5, 6 and 7.
Origin of the Species Revisited Vol. 1
Originally recorded in 1999 and released in 2020, this album is the first volume of the Bellon Complete Edition recorded by The Wallace Collection, featuring 4 magnificent Quintettes by Jean-François Bellon (1795-1869). Bringing to life the works of this significant early composer for brass, the recordings have been performed on authentic brass instruments from the period, using copies of the original parts held by the British Library. Includes Bellon's Quintettes nos. 1, 2, 3 and 12 (movements i-iii).
This album presents the first of three volumes which create the Bellon Complete Edition in our Origin of the Species Revisited series. Volume 2 and Volume 3 are also available separately or as part of a limited edition, triple CD boxed set.
Goodbye, Sweetheart, Goodbye (Print)
Goodbye, Sweetheart, Goodbye is an intricate solo by Alexander Owen which uses the traditional form of an 'air varie' - originally made popular in the 19th century. Provided in print format with solo part (for Bb instruments) and separate piano accompaniment. The whole work is also featured on our 2020 album release - The Golden Age of the 19th Century Brass Virtuoso.
O Ruddier Than The Cherry (Print)
O Ruddier Than The Cherry was originally written by G F Handel and later arranged for the widely reputed ophicleidist, Samuel Hughes. This edition, has been carefully re-crafted by Anthony George, with scoring to widen its appeal further to euphonium and baritone players. Provided in printed format for solo part (euphonium/baritone and ophicleide) and piano accompaniment. Also available as a featured track on our 2020 album release - The Golden Age of the 19th Century Brass Virtuoso.
The Watch On The Rhine (Print)
[PRINT VERSION] The Watch on the Rhine is one of John Hartmann's lesser known solos (in the traditional Air Varie format), and described by John Wallace as "a real beauty". Provided in print format with solo part (for Bb instruments) and separate piano accompaniment. The whole work is also featured on our 2020 album release - The Golden Age of the 19th Century Brass Virtuoso.
Golden Age of the 19th Century Brass Virtuoso Vol. 1
This significant recording brings together a varied collection of solo works written by leading 19th century brass composers. Performed by John Wallace (cornet) and Anthony George (ophicleide), accompanied on piano by Simon Wright and Aaron Shorr, the album demonstrates the artistry and impressive technical ability required of the brass celebrities of that period.