American Classics - Gould: American Ballads, Etc / Kuchar

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Morton Gould's music is the quintessential definition of the American sound. Along with composers like Aaron Copland, he was remarkably influential in producing homegrown American...
Morton Gould's music is the quintessential definition of the American sound. Along with composers like Aaron Copland, he was remarkably influential in producing homegrown American musical works. Composing in a wide variety of musical idioms, Gould was brought to international recognition by his easy-listening melodies and vivid orchestral works.
This Naxos release celebrates several works that brought Gould to critical acclaim, beginning with 'American Ballads' composed in 1976. Including such notable themes as the "Star Spangled Overture" and "Amber Waves," the six-movement work captures tender themes and melodies close to the soul of any patriot. The 'Stephen Foster Gallery' suite also represents those uniquely American themes in an exquisite arrangement of songs. Gould's most famous work, 'American Salute' (based on the melody "When Johnny Comes Marching Home"), shows Gould's unmatched ability to create a synthesis between concert and popular music. Militaristic percussion and brass are accented by the soft, weaving harmonies of the woodwinds and strings.
Under the direction of conductor Theodore Kuchar, the National Symphony Orchestra of Ukraine offers a sensible, yet light-hearted rendering of the music. Firmly grasping the essence of Gould's American spirit, the orchestra communicates the music's strong nationalism with great skill and plausibility.


Product Description:


  • Release Date: July 18, 2000


  • UPC: 636943900529


  • Catalog Number: 8559005


  • Label: Naxos


  • Number of Discs: 1


  • Composer: Morton Gould


  • Conductor: Theodore Kuchar


  • Orchestra/Ensemble: Ukrainian National Symphony Orchestra


  • Performer: NATIONAL SYMPHONY OF UKRAINE



Works:


  1. American Ballads

    Composer: Morton Gould

    Ensemble: Ukrainian National Symphony Orchestra

    Conductor: Theodore Kuchar


  2. Stephen Foster Gallery

    Composer: Morton Gould

    Ensemble: Ukrainian National Symphony Orchestra

    Conductor: Theodore Kuchar


  3. American Salute

    Composer: Morton Gould

    Ensemble: Ukrainian National Symphony Orchestra

    Conductor: Theodore Kuchar