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Ravel: Orchestral Works

John Wilson, Sinfonia of London

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A conductor, arranger and musicologist, John Wilson is also a leading specialist in musical theatre, which he successfully directs in the UK. In 2018, he re-formed the Sinfonia of London, a studio orchestra that was in its prime back in the 1950s and recorded music for famous films such as Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo with a score by Bernard Herrmann. Today, as ever, the Sinfonia of London is comprised of the best instrumentalists in the British capital.

Exceptionally meticulous, John Wilson always stays close to the source of the works he directs, as can be seen in the ballet Ma Mère l’Oye and the greatly received Boléro by Maurice Ravel (which sounds superb with the incessantly slow tempo that gives it an almost menacing grandeur). His take on these two works form part of a contemporary edition, and the final result is subtle and full of finesse.

Wilson’s meticulousness is particularly suited to Ravel’s music, conducted here with plenty of flourish and grace whilst still maintaining that je-ne-sais-quoi that the French composer is known for. The incredibly talented musicians that form the Sinfonia of London allow the conductor to explore even the most minute of nuances. The sensuality of the music can sometimes be a little strange, perhaps even convoluted at times, but it all feels so typical of Ravel. A special mention also goes to the sound technicians at the Chandos label who do an incredible job of reproducing every tiny detail. This collection demonstrates just how nuanced music can be. © François Hudry/Qobuz

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1
La Valse, M. 72
00:11:41

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

Ma Mère L'Oye, M. 62 (Maurice Ravel)

2
I. Prelude
00:03:07

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

3
II. Premier Tableau
00:03:25

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

4
III. Deuxième Tableau
00:03:28

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

5
IV. Troisième Tableau
00:04:41

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

6
V. Quatrième Tableau
00:04:47

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

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VI. Cinquième Tableau
00:04:43

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

8
VII. Apothéose
00:03:51

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

9
Alborada del gracioso, M. 43c
00:07:08

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

10
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19a
00:06:16

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

11
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: I. Modéré
00:01:18

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

12
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: II. Assez lent
00:02:39

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

13
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: III. Modéré
00:01:56

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

14
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: IV. Assez animé
00:01:02

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

15
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: V. Presque lent
00:01:19

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

16
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: VI. Assez vif
00:00:48

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

17
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: VII. Moins vif - Un peu retenu
00:02:45

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

18
Valses nobles et sentimentales, M. 61a: VIII. Épilogue
00:04:01

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

19
Boléro, M. 81
00:14:42

Maurice Ravel, Composer - Sinfonia Of London, Orchestra, MainArtist - John Wilson, Conductor, MainArtist

2022 Chandos Records Ltd 2022 Chandos Records Ltd

Albumbeschreibung

A conductor, arranger and musicologist, John Wilson is also a leading specialist in musical theatre, which he successfully directs in the UK. In 2018, he re-formed the Sinfonia of London, a studio orchestra that was in its prime back in the 1950s and recorded music for famous films such as Alfred Hitchcock’s Vertigo with a score by Bernard Herrmann. Today, as ever, the Sinfonia of London is comprised of the best instrumentalists in the British capital.

Exceptionally meticulous, John Wilson always stays close to the source of the works he directs, as can be seen in the ballet Ma Mère l’Oye and the greatly received Boléro by Maurice Ravel (which sounds superb with the incessantly slow tempo that gives it an almost menacing grandeur). His take on these two works form part of a contemporary edition, and the final result is subtle and full of finesse.

Wilson’s meticulousness is particularly suited to Ravel’s music, conducted here with plenty of flourish and grace whilst still maintaining that je-ne-sais-quoi that the French composer is known for. The incredibly talented musicians that form the Sinfonia of London allow the conductor to explore even the most minute of nuances. The sensuality of the music can sometimes be a little strange, perhaps even convoluted at times, but it all feels so typical of Ravel. A special mention also goes to the sound technicians at the Chandos label who do an incredible job of reproducing every tiny detail. This collection demonstrates just how nuanced music can be. © François Hudry/Qobuz

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