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Winger: Symphony of the Returning Light; Violin Concerto "in

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Details

Composer
Kip Winger
Artist
Peter Otto, Nashville Symphony
Format
CD
Discs
1
Label
Naxos
Released
Apr 10, 2026
Catalog #
8559921
UPC
636943992128

About

Kip Winger is a genre-bridging composer with a long and successful career in rock music. His celebrated ballet score Conversations with Nijinsky led conductor Giancarlo Guerrero to commission the two works on this album. Weaving four floriographical meanings into the musical arc, In the Language of Flowers is a violin concerto that celebrates a love story "no words could adequately express." Symphony of the Returning Light sits in the tradition of autobiographical fantasies stretching back to Berlioz. The symphony incorporates the use of Morse code rhythms and is centered around the theme of atonement.

Critic reviews

  • “Guerrero conducts in a way that allows the dazzling music to sound expressive, and soloist Peter Otto masters both the expressiveness and the virtuosity of the solo part with equal success.”

    Pizzicato, 5 stars, March 2026

  • “This is Peter Otto’s first recording as a soloist… his virtuosity and musicality in the concerto were very impressive.”

    MusicWeb International, Recommended, April 2026

Tracklist 8 tracks

  1. 1 I. Forsythia 06:42
    Track
    1
    Title
    I. Forsythia
    Duration
    06:42
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Performer
    Peter Otto
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  2. 2 II. Viscaria 05:48
    Track
    2
    Title
    II. Viscaria
    Duration
    05:48
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Performer
    Peter Otto
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  3. 3 III. Ambrosia 09:31
    Track
    3
    Title
    III. Ambrosia
    Duration
    09:31
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Performer
    Peter Otto
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  4. 4 IV. Wisteria 09:52
    Track
    4
    Title
    IV. Wisteria
    Duration
    09:52
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Performer
    Peter Otto
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  5. 5 I. S.O.S. 06:30
    Track
    5
    Title
    I. S.O.S.
    Duration
    06:30
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  6. 6 II. Eleos 07:21
    Track
    6
    Title
    II. Eleos
    Duration
    07:21
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  7. 7 III. Metamorphosis 07:46
    Track
    7
    Title
    III. Metamorphosis
    Duration
    07:46
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
  8. 8 IV. Metanoia 04:04
    Track
    8
    Title
    IV. Metanoia
    Duration
    04:04
    Composer
    Kip Winger
    Ensemble
    Nashville Symphony Orchestra
    Conductor
    Giancarlo Guerrero
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Susan Crowther

This CD provides a very clear recording of the symphony and violin concerto. Kip Winger is a truly talented orchestral composer who brings a fresh approach, born out of his rock roots. Listening to his music – especially in the violin concerto – you can hear the heavy metal influence. Peter Otto does a phenomenal job of performing this complex work; the orchestral version of “shredding.” I also love the research that went into the different flowers’ individual meanings. Just as you can tell when food has been prepared with love, you can tell when an artist truly loves creating music.
Both of these pieces carry strong emotions. The symphony is darker and has a tone of a lost soul searching for meaning, or a connection. The violin concerto serves as a great counterpoint, with a much lighter and fulfilled tone.
Both are excellent and reveal Mr. Winger’s burgeoning talent in this new musical direction. I think music history will reflect how innovative these pieces truly are. I look forward to seeing what he composes next!

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Deborah Sickler

I'm very happy with my order of the Kip Winger Orchestral CD. I received it on time as promised and will definitely order more merchandise soon. Thank you.

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William O Ameen Jr

Beautiful recording!

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Tina Gibney

AMAZING! His composing skills are top notch! Such beautiful music from a beautiful soul. He proved he is so much more than just a rock star.
My CD arrived in perfect condition and rather quickly. I’m very happy with it.

M
Mary Aquino

Beautiful

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Stacey

Arrived in perfect condition. So often when I have ordered CD’s in the mail the case is chipped or cracked , so THANK YOU ! The music is beautiful, just as i knew it would be ! You should be very proud of your work Kip ! Look forward to your next project!