Classical Allusion
In traditional Chinese music a pre-existing piece is ornamented and embellished until it becomes something quite new. In the same way, Julian Yu takes famous pieces from the Western musical tradition and ornaments them in the Chinese manner.
The music, just like the composer himself, are a unique blend of East and West. This CD features the dazzling sticks of the percussionist Robert Clarke, the Academy of Melbourne, the Australia Ensemble and Trio Melbourne.
The award-winning composer Julian Yu grew up in China, and has been resident in Australia since 1985.
Artist
Julian Yu
The multi-award winning Australian composer Julian Yu employs a musical language imbued with a high degree of elegance and expressiveness, which are both enhanced by an impeccable craft and special attention to detail.
Press quotes
“A selection of performances of the work of composer Julian Yu makes Classical Allusion a delight” ★★★★
— Chris Copas, The Star
“one of the best 'composer portrait' discs of its kind ... The works on this disc are ultra-professional and well made - one sees why the composer wins prizes - but it also repays repeat hearings ... The performances and recordings (many of them live) are good too.”
— Andrew Ford, ABC 24 Hours
“a distinct cultural crossover ... interesting in its conception and quite attractive in its expressive content.”
— Bill Hoffmann, Canberra Times
“Yu's symphonic writing is brilliant [and] highly coloured”
— Dale Keeling, Noteworthy
Audio preview
Track Listing
- First movement
- Second movement
- Third movement
- Theme - Moderato
- Variation one - Allegro
- Variation two - Adagio con amore
- Variation three
- Variation four - Grazioso
- Variation five - Vivace
- Variation six - Giocoso
- Variation seven
- Variation eight
- Variation nine - Piacere
- Variation ten - Espressivo
- Variation eleven - Agitato
- Variation twelve - Animato
- Scintillation II Julian Yu
- Scintillation III Julian Yu
- First movement
- Second movement
- Third movement
Concerto for Marimba and Small Orchestra Julian Yu
Variations on a Theme of Paganini Julian Yu
Trio for piano, violin and cello Julian Yu
Performers
- Trio Melbourne · tracks 19—21
- Academy of Melbourne · tracks 1—3
- Australia Ensemble · tracks 4—16
Composer
Julian Yu
The multi-award winning Australian composer Julian Yu employs a musical language imbued with a high degree of elegance and expressiveness, which are both enhanced by an impeccable craft and special attention to detail.
Availability
Classical Allusion can be purchased online through Buywell Just Classical or the Australian Music Centre who both offer secure online ordering.
This title is also available in (or can be ordered through) many fine music retailers across Australia, including Thomas’, Discurio and Readings.
Product details
- List price
- $26.00 AUD
- Categories
- Australian, Classical, Cross-cultural, Orchestral
- Catalogue number
- MD 3207
- Barcode
- EAN 9314574320725
