Sarah Chang and Julian Lloyd Webber give fresh and stimulating interpretations, ably supported by the London Orchestra, whose playing under Simon Lee is always attentive to detail, rhythm and colour. For more information and ticket information, visit the website. The performance, which forms part of the Classic FM series, takes part at indigO2, the intimate concert venue within The O2 in Greenwich. I need not emphasize enough the wonderful work of art that Alexander has created a work for violin, cello and orchestra that stirs the imagination and enchants the soul. Phantasia is a musical fantasy, for violin, cello and orchestra, by Geoffrey Alexander based on Andrew Lloyd Webber’s The Phantom of the Opera. Lloyd Webbers recording, Phantasia, is based on Andrew Lloyd Webbers Phantom of the Opera and features violinist Sarah Chang. Lloyd Webber’s wife, Jiaxin, plays second cello both musicians articulate lightly. Alexander's outstanding talents have not only included tunes from the original, but also pieces composed specially for the recent film version of the story. Otherwise, Lloyd Webber has arranged for two cellos Vivaldi’s Concerto for two mandolins, RV 532 for two horns, RV 539 for oboe and bassoon, RV 545 for cello and bassoon, RV 409 and a recently discovered Concerto for violin (or oboe) and cello, RV 812. The suite from 'Phantom' is the work of Geoffrey Alexander, orchestrator for such hit movies as Notting Hill and Brassed Off. Wilkie Collins' tale of mystery and imagination is tailor made for the stage and this musical adaptation will certainly enhance the fame of this Gothic melodrama. I feel the cello and violin capture the essence of the characters and, in so doing, tell the complete story of 'The Phantom of the Opera'. Lawrence Roman's orchestral suite not only succeeds in conveying the spooky atmosphere of the original show, but also reflects the psychological strength and passionate beauty of the score. This CD is a wonderful collaberation between Andrew Lloyd Webber, Julian Lloyd Webber,Sarah Chang and the London Orchestra. 'The Woman in White' is Lloyd Webber's latest venture, and if what I have heard is anything to go by, then this new musical will definitely command people's affections in no small degree. The 'Phantom of the Opera will always remain one of Andrew Lloyd Webber's greatest hits, and the beauty of its tunes certainly give it the aura of an opera rather than a stage musical. The Music of the Night (violin-cello duet) - Andrew Lloyd Webber. In 2007, at the invitation of the Secretary of State for Education, Julian founded the UK Government’s In Harmony programme and he continues to Chair. This CD is a joy and a revelation for both its choice of music and its presentation. Julian Lloyd Webber and Yehudi Menuhin play the 3rd movement from. Julian has also inspired more than fifty new works for cello from composers as varied as Malcolm Arnold, Joaqun Rodrigo, Andrew Lloyd Webber, James MacMillan, Philip Glass and Eric Whitacre.
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