Guitar Concerto
The music on this CD looks forward to the twenty-first century and the possibility of a new aesthetic for classical music. It intentionally crosses the boundaries between classical and popular music.
It looks to recognisable forms as a model for new music. The three songs arranged for orchestra with guitar soloist are modelled on popular song forms. They are abstract pieces that are simply meant to be good tunes but they also recognise that all music begins with the song and with melody. In this respect, these songs aim to encapsulate the most essential elements of good music.
This CD is dedicated to the composer's wife, Trudyanne.
Press quote
“Owen Thomson plays the music with obvious affection on vritousity and is accompanied in the Concerto by a "Virtual Orchestra" which intriguinly manages to sound quite authentic, albeit perhaps too perfect.”
— John Barns, 3MBS FM Libretto
Artists
Andrew Blyth
Andrew's music intentionally crosses the boundaries between classical and popular music.
Owen Thomson
Guitarist Owen Thomson has received numerous awards, among them the G.E. Morris Music Prize and the Gwen Nisbet Memorial Award, and recently won the Adelaide Guitar Competition.
Track Listing
- Allegro 8:19
- Andante 10:20
- Allegro Vivo 7:50
- A heart 3:47
- Autumn Walk 3:16
- Trudyanne's song 3:32
Guitar Concerto Andrew Blyth
Three Songs Andrew Blyth
Performers
- Andrew Blyth · virtual orchestra
- Owen Thomson · guitar
Where to listen
Guitar Concerto is available for streaming through Spotify and Apple Music. It can also be purchased through the iTunes Music Store.
Guitar Concerto is available as a CD. It can be purchased online through Buywell Music or the Australian Music Centre which both offer online ordering.
Product details
- Catalogue number
- MCD 296
- List price
- $20.00 AUD
- Total playing time
- 37 minutes 4 seconds
- Release date
- 2005
- Musical work
copyright - © 2005 Andrew Blyth
- Sound recording
copyright - ℗ 2004 Move Records
- Categories
- Australian, Classical
- Barcode
- EAN 9314574029628
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