Move Records Australian classical music, est. 1968

Spirit of the Rainbow

The sensitive and imaginative piano of Tony Gould combines with Brian Brown's passionate flute, haunting pan pipes and saxophone. Some themes were composed especially for the duo, others are the result of spontaneous improvisation.

These pieces are the result of a close musical relationship over many years.

Press quotes

“They play improvisations on 12 original themes, ranging from brief sketches of a minute or so, to fully developed performances of 6-11 minutes. In each case Gould sets the mood on piano, before Brown enters one soprano sax, alto flute or pan pipes. Gould provides a reminder that he is a most tasteful accompanist and a very lyrical, even rhapsodic, soloist. As for Brown, his playing is the best he has committed to record for some time. His sound is utterly personal, while his saxophone playing, especially, is full of feeling and drama. Best tracks ... attractive, floating Kashmir Remembered, Little Dancer which expires a range of moods, and the pretty Wildflowers.”

— Adrian Jackson, The Age Green Guide

“a fruitful marriage of two of Australia's most respected improvising musicians ... unlike most Australian jazz recordings, this excellent album manages to capture some precious moments of inspiration ... as such, it is an essential addition to any collection of contemporary Australian music.”

— Adrian Jackson, Melbourne Report

Artists

Photograph of Brian Brown

Brian Brown

For over three decades Brian Brown has been at the forefront of new Australian music. His music is passionate, individual and in many ways uniquely Australian. He has recieved numerous state and national Arts Council grants for both composition and performance.

Photograph of Tony Gould

Tony Gould

Pianist and composer Tony Gould is one of Australia’s most respected musicians. His career has encompassed many styles of music, including jazz and other improvisatory forms, as well as traditional and contemporary classical. For the past 50 years he has remained at the forefront of music education in Australia.

Audio preview

Track Listing

  1. Spirit of the Rainbow Brian Brown 5:20
  2. Kashmir Remembered Tony Gould 6:48
  3. The Flower Girl Brian Brown Tony Gould 1:52
  4. Little Dancer Brian Brown 10:58
  5. The Other Side of Spring Tony Gould Brian Brown 2:52
  6. Midnight Tony Gould Brian Brown 3:40
  7. Bell in the Sky Brian Brown Tony Gould 1:11
  8. Music for Two Players Tony Gould 6:52
  9. Spiral Dreaming Tony Gould Brian Brown 2:58
  10. Tomorrow's Sunshine Tony Gould Brian Brown 4:00
  11. Wildflowers Brian Brown 7:20
  12. Flight to Forever Tony Gould Brian Brown 2:18

Performers

Where to listen

Spirit of the Rainbow is available for download from the iTunes Music Store.
It's available for streaming through Spotify and Apple Music.

Spirit of the Rainbow is available as a CD. It can be purchased online through Buywell Music or the Australian Music Centre which both offer secure online ordering.

Move CDs can be ordered through music retailers across Australia including Readings.

Product details

Catalogue number
MD 3085
List price
$25.00 AUD
Total playing time
56 minutes 9 seconds
Producer
Brian Brown
Tony Gould
Recording Engineer
Darren Hayne
Robert Vincs
Venue
Victoria College of the Arts
Release date
Copyright
© 1990 Move Records
Phonogram
℗ 1990 Move Records
Categories
Australian, Jazz, Keyboard
Barcode
EAN 9314574308525