The Suite
Navona, 2021
9/10
Under the direction of Orlando Celo, The Lowell Chamber Orchestra interpret the works of Georg Philpp Telemann, Johann Sebastian Bach, José Elizondo and Anthony R. Green here, where Baroque, orchestral and chamber ideas flow with much dynamic and inviting interplay between the many players in attendance.
“Overture Suite In E Minor, TWV 55:e10” starts the listen with strings and woodwinds working together with much grace and melody that occasionally eases up and allows the flute to shine, and “Orchestral Suite No. 2 In B Minor, BWV 1067” follows with Bach’s masterpiece being interpreted with much precision that dances around soaring melodies.
The back half of the listen offers the soft and soulful “Recuerdos Estivos (Summer Memories)”, where the spirited piano under the emotive strings adds much to the gorgeous landscape, and “The Green Double: a historical dance suite” exits the listen with an indeed lively energy that certainly will get your body moving, while also being capable of soundtracking a late night mulling session.
A listen that is indebted to the Baroque sounds of the past, but not without plenty of modern flavor, The Suite embraces cultured, timeless storytelling across the very diverse pieces.
Travels well with: John Robertson- Symphonies No. 4 & 5; Mark John McEncroe- Fanfare Suite