Dimensions Vol. 3; Works For Large Ensemble
Navona, 2020
8/10
Listen to Dimensions Vol. 3; Works For Large Ensemble
This 3rd installment of the Dimensions series features the work of Michael G. Cunningham, Andre' Godsey, Miguel Matamoro, Paul Osterfield, and Eric Simonson, where large ensembles deliver plenty of power across the exciting, eclectic album.
Andre’ E. Godsey, Sr.’s “Symphony No. 1 In C# Minor” starts the listen with the Janacek Philharmonic Orchestra performing a sublime and often busy execution of sweeping beauty amid plenty of soaring instrumentation, and Paul Osterfield’s “Silver Fantasy” follows with a graceful and sometimes tense delivery from the Moravian Philharmonia Wind & Percussion Ensemble that benefits from Lindsey Goodmen’s intimate flute prowess.
Further on, “Two Pictures” has the Janacek Philharmonic Orchestra returning for their 3rd time on the Eric Simonson composition that dances around Beethoven and Berlioz influences with exceptional precision, while Michael G. Cunningham’s “Symphony No. 7” unfolds across 4 movements as the Moravian Philharmonia Wind & Percussion Ensemble recruits ambience, playfulness and plenty of charm that spans the album highlight.
Much like every release in this series, Dimensions continues with its varied approach where each composer offers their respective talents in spades, which keeps the listener engaged- even enthralled- from beginning to end.
Travels well with: Dimensions Vol. 2; Bill Whitley- Then Elephant Speaks