31 October 2014
A blast from the past!
Continuing on in the series of LP re-issues from Move's extensive archive comes this stunning disc. Originally recorded in 1985 - the Melbourne Brass Ensemble present Tone-Stuffs. The stellar line up includes MSO principal trumpet player, Geoffrey Payne.
“For avid trombonists, the performance of Kenneth McClimont and Eric Klay is a sufficient reason to add this recording to your collection. It is also an excellent opportunity to expose yourself to some fine contemporary compositions from Australia. Furthermore, any admirer of brass quintets will appreciate and enjoy the ensemble work offered here. The Melbourne Brass Ensemble is not the typical quintet in that a bass trombone is used in place of a tuba. One does not miss the tuba, as Eric Klay plays with a big, full sound and provides a solid foundation for the ensemble. Kenneth McClimont stands out as a lyric tenor trombonist with much musical taste. The timing, intonation , and cohesion of the ensemble maintain professional standards throughout each work. Each member displays virtuosity and total command of his instrument. All brass players, particularly trombonists, should look forward to more recordings by the Melbourne Brass Ensemble.”
— James McKinney, ITA Journal
“The playing is dynamic and accurate. The sound is full and the acoustic of the recording is very true to life"”
— Australian Trombone Education Magazine
“One of the best I've heard in this genre. The Grainger is an absolute delight”
— American Horn Call
Further reading
Tone-stuffs
This CD by the Melbourne Brass Esemble features an interesting and varied program by five Australian composers. The playing is dynamic and accurate; the sound is full and the acoustic of the recording is very true to life.
Eric Klay
Eric Klay has been the Principal Bass Trombone of the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra since 1977. Prior to this appointment he performed with the Elizabethan Trust Mlebourne Orchestra from 1976 - 77. He studied with Mr Roger Davies at The University of Melbourns, Faculty of Music, graduating with a Bachelor of Music Education Degree.
