CDThe glass soldier.
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The glass soldier (2007) an orchestral suite in 5 movements Recorded/performed at: Iwaki Auditorium, Southbank Centre, Melbourne, on Jul 07. |
Nigel Westlake | Melbourne Symphony Orchestra, Geoffrey Payne, Jean-Louis Forestier | 24 mins, 36 sec. | Buy as MP3 |
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Product details
Music from the August 2007 Melbourne Theatre Company's
production. Based on a true story, Hannie Rayson's play The
Glass Soldier is a deep, sincere tribute to two generations
of Australians that had little, but gave everything.
The music for the play is performed by the Melbourne Symphony
Orchestra, conducted by Jean-Louis Forestier. Magnificent
trumpeter Geoffrey Payne is featured in other tracks.
This rich and vibrant music, featuring the world premiere
recording of The Glass Soldier Suite composed by Nigel Westlake,
exhibits the wonder, tragedy, love and resolution of WW1
stretcher bearer, NH Ferguson.
Duration: 47 min.
The glass soldier -- The age of destruction -- White birds fly over the Valley of the Somme -- Symphonies of glass -- I was blinded, but now I see.
Music from the Melbourne Theatre Company's Production of 'The Glass Soldier'.
Booklet includes programme notes and biographical notes on the composer and performers.
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