Recordings of Lennox Berkeley's music
Departures
Format: CD & Digital downloadTravelling is the theme of British tenor Benjamin Hulett's CD, who has made a personal choice from the works of British composers, including Lennox Berkeley's songs 'Tombeaux'. He has also commissioned 'Joys of Travel' (op. 124, 2009) by British composer Giles Swayne, performed here as a world premiere.
The young tenor makes a very powerful statement with this new album. He uses the term 'Departures' in several ways: the start of a journey, the CD as a new beginning for him and pianist Alexander Soddy. Another meaning is found in the theme of the composers setting texts in a language not their own - a linguistic departure. This combination of repertoire and theme is new and daring.
Hulett's strong point, apart from his impressive vocal qualities, is the way he brings together the various works in an organic sounding programme. Together with pianist Alexander Soddy, with whom he has an obvious close musical relationship, he forms a remarkably harmonious and balanced duo. (Synopsis by Saprane Records)
- Tombeaux
- 1) Le Tombeau de Sappho
- 2) Le Tombeau de Socrates
- 3) Le Tombeau d'un Fleuve
- 4) Le Tombeau de Narcissus
- 5) Le Tombeau de Don Juan
Performed by Benjamin Hulett (tenor) & Alexander Soddy (piano)
