Michael Torke: Book of Proverbs

Kurt Ollmann (Performer), Michael Torke (Composer), Edo de Waart (Conductor), Michael Torke (Conductor), Argo Band (Performer), Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra (Orchestra), Valdine Anderson (Performer), Catherine Bott (Performer) | Format: Audio CD

Product Details

• Performer: Kurt Ollmann, Argo Band, Valdine Anderson, Catherine Bott
• Orchestra: Netherlands Radio Philharmonic Orchestra
• Conductor: Edo de Waart, Michael Torke
• Composer: Michael Torke
• Audio CD (October 5, 1999)
• Number of Discs: 1
• Label: Decca
• ASIN: B00001X58N
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #48,248 in Music (See Top 100 in Music)

Track Listings

1. Book Of Proverbs: Opening

2. Book Of Proverbs: The Door Turns

3. Book Of Proverbs: Better A Dry Crust

4. Book Of Proverbs: The Whip For The Horse

5. Book Of Proverbs: Book of Proverbs - The Way of an Eagle

6. Book Of Proverbs: Drink Our Fill Of Love

7. Book Of Proverbs: Like The Man Who Seizes

8. Book Of Proverbs: Boast Not Of Tomorrow

9. Four Proverbs: Better A Dish

10. Four Proverbs: Drink Water

11. Four Proverbs: One Man Pretends

12. Four Proverbs: There Is Joy

Customer Reviews

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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Living, Breathing Classical Composer Who Is Easy To Like, April 30, 2002

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This review is from: Michael Torke: Book of Proverbs (Audio CD)

I am always leery about current composers looking to *say* just the right thing (Corigliano, e.g.). Their music seems to become dated once the message becomes less than *au courant.* OTOH, I have a deep appreciation for those who, for me at least, are able to craft approachable music that still seems to stretch me and stay with me over time. Living, breathing composers who have this knack to move me include Morton Lauridsen, Arvo Part, and James MacMillan. I now include Michael Torke in this grouping, I purchased this CD after having been quite taken by radio play of his Bright Blue Music (not exactly sure of the title, but it is also available on Amazon). This CD contains some highly expressive stuff, yet it seems written with a unique tonal palette that is approachable yet not mawkish. Very refreshing and highly recommended for anyone interested in exploring the sound realm as typified by the above-mentioned composers.