{"product_id":"2357324","title":"Elizabeth Knatt Rachel Barnes - Brian Andrew Inglis: To Byzantium And Beyond [CD]","description":"Brand New From Reputable UK Company With 30 Years Experience In Retail, Please Note Not All Our New Items Are Shrink Wrapped.\u003cbr\u003eAll items shipped within 3 working days of payment.\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that all our DVDs are Region 2.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlease note that not all audio CDs are shrink-wrapped fom the factory.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe album is inspired by the poetry of William Butler Yeats, in particular his work \u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSailing to Byzantium\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e. The main composition, which features five recorder sizes from tenor to garklein, explores themes of time and transcendence, depicting a journey to an imaginary Byzantium where the poet is transformed into a golden bird. The four movements correspond to stanzas in Yeats' poem, with recurring elements such as a lyrical refrain and a gyre reflecting the poet's themes. The trajectory of the piece rises, mirroring the poetic theme, and integrates both old and new forms, incorporating extended techniques and exploring microtones. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ci\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEtudes de concert\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e, written separately but complementary, serve as a sonic precursor to the Byzantium piece, showcasing conventional and extended recorder techniques within various musical forms. The two electronic pieces act as interludes between the main works, offering a diverse musical experience that blends ancient traditions with modern sensibilities. Created in collaboration with experimental musician Scott Taylor, the album reflects a fusion of musical styles and approaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEtudes de concert (2007-2021) for recorder solo: I. Air\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eII. Fuga\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIII. Paraphrase on 'O virga mediatrix'\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIV. Tema con trasformazioni\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBurmese Memory (2010) for electronics (arr. Scott Taylor)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSailing to Byzantium (1999) for recorder solo: I. That is no country for old men\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eII. An aged man is but a paltry thing\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIII. O sages standing in God's holy fire\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIV.Once out of nature\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBurmese Memory (2010) for electronics (arr. Scott Taylor)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chalkys.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54420713996673,"sku":"2357324","price":16.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0056\/8043\/1219\/files\/9120010286346.jpg?v=1750621047","url":"https:\/\/chalkys.com\/products\/2357324","provider":"Chalkys.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}