The DCD Classical 'Cast

DCD 098 - Zeltzer Plays Rachmaninov and Prokofiev

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Mon, 06 Sep 2010 08:30:43 PDT

In this edition of the DCD Classical 'Cast we showcase a remarkable 1995 release from Laurel Records. Renowned pianist Mark Zeltser teamed up with his fellow countryman, conductor Rudolf Barshai, to record two mainstays for piano and orchestra from their native Russia. The Prokofiev Third Piano Concerto, Op. 26 bristles with emotion and energy in this recording. Zeltser captures Prokofiev's sly

DCD 097 - Max Reger: Piano Pieces

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 08:45:55 PDT

This edition of the DCD Classical 'Cast podcast we feature selections from an exciting new CD from Troubadisc. For some time now, this German-based label has been building up an impressive catalog of chamber and solo music by Max Reger. The latest addition to the series, Max Reger: Piano Pieces showcases the artistry of pianist Wolfram Lorenzen. Lorenzen has appeared on several other of

DCD 096 - Luciano Simoni, Italian Symphonist

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:02:19 PDT

The story of Luciano Simoni is a fascinating one. This gifted Italian studied composition with one of Respighi's pupils while pursuing a degree in electrical engineering. In time, Simoni was recognized as one of the leading researchers in the field of electrical insulation in the world, and held a prestigious post at the University of Bologna. Yet all the while he continued to compose -- and not

DCD 095 - Centennial Celebration, Part 2

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 10:32:28 PDT

In 1995 the University of Wisconsin at Madison School of Music celebrated its 100th anniversary. To commemorate the event, the school commissioned six composers with ties to Wisconsin to write works for the various student and faculty ensembles. The composers were then invited to the school to serve as artists in residence, and to be present for the premier of their works. This year-long

DCD 094 - Centennial Celebration, Part 1

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 29 Jun 2010 10:05:47 PDT

DCD 093 - October on Achill

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 16:15:28 PDT

Redmond O'Toole is a classical guitarist who moves easily between the classical world and that of traditional Irish music. His instrument, the "Brahms guitar" is an unusual eight-stringed guitar with a special resonating box and held like a cello. O'Toole uses the instrument to great effect, especially on his first CD with VGo Records. October on Achill features O'Toole performing Irish music

DCD 092 - Vincenzo Albrici: Concerti Sacre

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Sun, 23 May 2010 18:22:25 PDT

Vinceno Albrici (1631-1696) spent a great deal of time in the service of Queen Christina of Sweden. So it's no surprise that Swedish-based label Musica Rediviva would release an album dedicated to this composer. The compositions are all "sacred concertos." That is, works that adapted the new concerto style of vocal composition (contrasting arias and choruses) to liturgical use. Albrici was a

DCD 091 - Violin Solo 5

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 11 May 2010 17:13:44 PDT

This podcast we feature selections from Violin Solo, Vol. 5, with violinist Renate Eggebrecht. This is the latest installment of this fascinating series from Troubadisc. As in the other volumes, Eggebrecht concentrates on solo works composed in the 20th Century. In volume five, she presents a recital of solo violin music by Eastern European composers, such as Sergei Prokofiev and Eduard Tubin.

DCD 090 - Mr. Arbeau's School of Dancing

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:47:00 PDT

The "Orchesographie" of 1589 was an important work for Thoinot Arbeau. His goal was to provide the complete manual for the understanding and proper execution of French courtly dance. It included diagrams, detailed descriptions, and music. Mr. Arbeau's work has become one of the primary sources for our understanding of 16th century dance and popular music. This podcast we play selections from

DCD 089 - Lazarof on Laurel

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 10:14:47 PDT

This program we feature works for a Laurel Records release: Chamber Music by Henri Lazarof. Henri Lazarof has had a remarkable career, always at the forefront of modern expression in the arts. For the past four decades he's been a respected composer and teacher at UCLA. This collection of chamber music is one of four CDs Laurel has released of Lazarof's music. Lazarof has a very distinctive

DCD 088 - Mendelssohn Pro Arte

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Mon, 22 Mar 2010 03:43:30 PDT

This program we feature selections from Mendelssohn: String Quartets, a release from the Pro Arte Quartet. This CD, from the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Music presents three works for string quartets that come from different stages of Mendelssohn's career. His String Quartet in A minor, Op. 13 was composed when Mendelssohn was just 18. The String Quartet in D major, Op. 44, No. 1

DCD 087 - Wolfram Lorenzen, Piano Concertos

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 17:45:08 PST

Wolfram Lorenzen is a talented pianist, recording on the Troubadisc label. This latest release, Wolfram Lorenzen, Piano Concertos, features three of his concerto recordings, done throughout his career. This episode of the "DCD Classical 'Cast" we give you a sampling of Lorenzen's artistry. You'll hear Lorenzen both in the studio in a spirited rendition of the Mendelssohn Capriccio Brilliant for

DCD 086 - Robert and Clara Schumann

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 02:40:59 PST

Noted pianist Wolfram Lorenzen presents the music of husband and wife team Robert and Clara Schumann in a new release from Troubadisc. In this podcast we sample selections from each of the three works featured on the recording. The CD opens with Robert Schumann's "Abegg Variations," his first published work -- and one not dedicated to Clara Wieck. Also included, though, is Schumann's "Novelettes

DCD 085 - Kanta Filipina

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 10:10:34 PST

This episode of the DCD Classical 'Cast podcast, we showcase a new recording by classical guitarist Theresa Calpotura. The disc, "Kanta Filipina" is the end result of Ms. Calpotura's exploration of her Filipino musical heritage. Assisting her as composer Bayani Mendoza de Leon. De Leon arranged several traditional Philippine melodies for guitar, as well as works by important Filipino composers.

DCD 084 - Harpsichord Music, Old and New

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:23:23 PDT

This episode of the "DCD Classical 'Cast" podcast, we feature music from harpsichordist Elaine Comparone's recital CD for Laurel Records. Although the harpsichord is primarily known as an instrument of the baroque era, it wasn't completely supplanted by the fortepiano. In the 20th century composers returned to the harpsichord, and contributed many important works to the instrument's repertoire.

DCD 083 - La Suedoise

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Sun, 10 Jan 2010 09:59:01 PST

In episode #83 of the DCD Classical 'Cast, we feature music from a fascinating Musica Rediviva release. Early music specialist Tommie Andersson performs Baroque music for lute and guitar. The collection, entitled "La Suedoise" is a selection of compositions from the Swedish court of Christina, Queen regent, and later Charles X Gustav.Christina was vitally interested in the arts, prompting a

DCD 082 - Christmas Vespers

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Sat, 19 Dec 2009 17:28:45 PST

Episode #82 of the DCD Classical 'Cast podcast features selections from a new recording by the Motor City Brass Quintet. Christmas Vespers is a wonderful collection of holiday music played by some of the finest brass musicians in Detroit. The album gets it title from a work by American composer John Harbison."Christmas Vespers" follows the outline of a traditional vespers service, and Harbison

DCD 081 - American Journeys

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 17:43:41 PST

Clipper Erickson has long been a champion of American music. So it only make sense that this talented pianist would eventually record an album of said music."American Journey" is showcased in episode #81 of the DCD Classical 'Cast. We sample selections from some of the better-known composers, such as Roy Harris and Quincy Porter. We also feature music from composers deserving more attention, such

DCD 080 - Flute Moments

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Sat, 09 Jan 2010 13:19:22 PST

In episode #80 of the "DCD Classical 'Cast" we feature selections from "Flute Moments with Teresa Beaman."Teresa Beaman is a reknowned performer and educator. She's toured extensively as a flute soloist, and has commissioned several works for her instrument. "Flute Moments" is a collection of works by 20th Century American composers.In our podcast, we play excerpts from three of them: Lowell

DCD 079 - Fanny Mendelssohn's Chamber Music

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 19:16:12 PST

Episode #79 of the "DCD Classical 'Cast" presents three works from a Troubadisc CD. "Fanny Mendelssohn-Hensel: Piano Chamber Music" includes music composed when she was young, after her marriage, and the year of her death. Although not given the same career opportunities as her brother Felix, Fanny enjoyed a rich creative life. While her father expected her to abandon composing after marriage,

DCD 078 - Beethoven's Forgotten String Quartets

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:27:46 PDT

Monument Records is a label dedicated to the music of Beethoven. But not just the standard repertoire of Beethoven. Rather, Monument explores the more unusual parts of Beethoven's output. Their release "Beethoven: Forgotten String Quartets" is a good example. This CD brings together a variety of mostly unheard scraps from the master's worktable. The Covington Quartet plays some sketches for

DCD 077 - The Art of the Fugue -- from Sweden

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:29:06 PDT

"Die Kunst der Fuge" was Johann Sebastian Bach's compendium of his contrapuntal skill. The work starts with a very simple subject, and moves through an increasingly complex series canons and fugues. Brengt Tibukait performs this amazing work on an instrument of the period, a 1728 Cahman organ in a new SACD release from Musica Rediviva. Episode #77 of the DCD Classical 'Cast features selections

DCD 076 - A Flourish of Brass

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Tue, 22 Sep 2009 14:19:01 PDT

Episode #76 of the "DCD Classical 'Cast" has, I think a heroic quality to it. The Ensemble Pegasus, Tokyo is a wonderful collection of extraordinary brass players who, under the direction of Norihasa Yamamoto, turn in one thrilling performance after another on a new Musica Rediviva release.Appropriately titled "A Flourish of Brass," this SACD presents an aspect of brass ensemble playing that's

DCD 075 - Prokofiev for Piano

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 20 Aug 2009 09:43:56 PDT

Episode #75 of the "DCD Classical Cast" presents selections from a CD by internationally acclaimed pianist Temirzhan Yerzhanov.In 1942 Prokofiev spent a year in Kazakhstan, where he completed a number of important works, including the score to Ivan the Terrible, music for the ballet Cinderella, and his opera "War and Peace."Yerzhanov is a native of Kazahkstan, and -- because of the geographical

DCD 074 - Token Creek Bach, Part 2

info@DCDRecords.com (info@DCDRecords.com) — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 10:30:11 PDT

Bach's "Musical Offering" is the subject of the DCD Classical 'Cast, episode #74. In 2007 the Token Creek Chamber Music Festival presented a talk on "The Musical Offering," followed by a performance of the work. The talk forwarded a theory about the circumstances surrounding Johann Sebastian Bach's visit to the court of Frederic the Great in 1748, where his son, Carl Philipp Emmanuel Bach was