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George Frederick Handel (Composer), Franz Joseph Haydn (Composer), Robert Schumann (Composer), Georg Philipp Telemann (Composer), Dariusz Wisniewski (Conductor), Sinfonia Varsovia (Performer)
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listen  1. Conzertstuck in F major, Op. 86: I. LebhaftDariusz Wisniewski 6:51$0.89 Buy Track
listen  2. Conzertstuck in F major, Op. 86: II. RomanzeDariusz Wisniewski 4:28$0.89 Buy Track
listen  3. Conzertstuck in F major, Op. 86: III. Sehr LebhaftDariusz Wisniewski 5:57$0.89 Buy Track
listen  4. Concerto in F major, HWV 335bDariusz Wisniewski 6:22$0.89 Buy Track
listen  5. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": I. OvertureDariusz Wisniewski 4:38$0.89 Buy Track
listen  6. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": II. Die Kanonierende PallasDariusz Wisniewski 2:09$0.89 Buy Track
listen  7. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": III. Das Alster-EchoDariusz Wisniewski 1:57$0.89 Buy Track
listen  8. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": IV. Die Hamburgischen GlockenspieleDariusz Wisniewski 2:49$0.89 Buy Track
listen  9. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": V. Der SchwanengesangDariusz Wisniewski 2:39$0.89 Buy Track
listen10. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": VI. Der Alsterschafer DorfmusikDariusz Wisniewski 1:27$0.89 Buy Track
listen11. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": VII. Die Konzertierenden Frosche und KrahenDariusz Wisniewski 2:18$0.89 Buy Track
listen12. Overture (Suite) In F Major, Twv 55: F11, "Alster": VIII. Der Ruhende PanDariusz Wisniewski 2:58$0.89 Buy Track
listen13. Overture (Suite) in F major, TWV 55: F11, "Alster": IX. Der Schafer und Nymphen Eilfertiger AbzugDariusz Wisniewski 2:52$0.89 Buy Track
listen14. Symphony No. 31 in D major, Hob1:31, "Horn Signal": I. AllegroSinfonia Varsovia 5:05$0.89 Buy Track
listen15. Symphony No. 31 in D major, Hob1:31, "Horn Signal": II. AdagioSinfonia Varsovia 6:07$0.89 Buy Track
listen16. Symphony No. 31 in D major, Hob1:31, "Horn Signal": III. MenuetSinfonia Varsovia 4:25$0.89 Buy Track
listen17. Symphony No. 31 in D major, Hob1:31, "Horn Signal": IV. Finale: ModeratoSinfonia Varsovia12:28$0.89 Buy Track

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On this CD:
  1. Konzertstück for 4 horns & orchestra in F major, Op. 86
    Composed by Robert Schumann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  2. Concerto in F major, HWV 331
    Composed by George Frideric Handel
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  3. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 1. Overture
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  4. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 2. Die Kanonierende Pallas
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  5. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 3. Das Alster-Echo
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  6. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 4. Die Hamburgischen Glockenspiele
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  7. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 5. Der Schwanengesang
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  8. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 6. Der Alsterschäfer Dorfmusik
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  9. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 7. Die Konzertierenden Frösche und Krähen
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  10. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 8. Der Ruhende Pan
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  11. Overture: Alster Echo, for 4 horns, 2 oboes, bassoon, strings & continuo in F major, TWV 55:F11 9. Der Schäfer und Nymphen Eilfertiger Abzug
    Composed by Georg Philipp Telemann
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

  12. Symphony No. 31 in D major ("Hornsignal"), H. 1/31
    Composed by Franz Joseph Haydn
    with American Horn Quartet, Sinfonia Varsovia
    Conducted by Dariusz Wisniewski

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16 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars CORNUCOPIA, May 18, 2006
By DAVID BRYSON (Glossop Derbyshire England) - See all my reviews
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This disc is perfectly brilliant, and I can't recommend it strongly enough. Strictly speaking, only two of the four works given here are concertos, the other two being standard orchestral pieces with prominent work for the horns. Haydn's is one of his early symphonies from his Esterhazy period featuring also solos for cello and violin in its slow movement and a long finale consisting of a set of variations in a kind of gavotte rhythm giving the spotlight to various other members of the orchestra, notably flute and viola da gamba. The Telemann `overture' is a suite in nine movements, along the lines of Handel's Water Music or Fireworks Music but with more pictorial and representational elements. The contribution from Handel himself is a short introduction and andante, suggestive of a formal occasion and with the introduction using material familiar from the Fireworks Music.

The real cracker is Schumann's short concerto, in the usual 3-movement layout. This was described by Tovey as nearly unplayable, but today's virtuosi seem to be afraid of nothing. They even restore some high notes that Schumann revised out of the score, and what a thrilling effect they make. The four soloists are the lead horn-players, American by nationality, in various European orchestras, and they cover themselves with distinction from start to finish. Four virtuoso horn solos naturally take the limelight off the orchestra, but the Sinfonia Varsovia acquit themselves splendidly, particularly in the Haydn symphony where the treatment of the instruments is more democratic and all sections of the band get their chance to shine.

The recording, from Warsaw in 2003, is excellent, and the liner-note, although brief, is helpful and informative, although I would have been glad to be told more about the Handel piece. There are also horn parts of startling difficulty in two of Handel's Concerti a Due Cori, and it would have been interesting to know how he managed to find players of this calibre. It is unusual for him to over-tax his English orchestral players, no doubt for sound reasons of experience, and he surely must have felt a high degree of confidence to write in this way for horns.

As usual with Naxos, there are potted biographies of the soloists and the conductor plus a short history of the orchestra. Also as usual, I wish to praise Naxos in the strongest terms for the imagination and flair they dependably display in finding unfamiliar music of high quality, making a superb job of the production of it, and giving it to us at such a modest cost - apart from anything else there is a full hour and a quarter of music here. I make no apology for constantly repeating this sentiment, indeed I only hope I shall still be doing just that for a good few years to come.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Superb on All Counts, December 22, 2005
By W. Harwood "willyl" (Burlington, VT USA) - See all my reviews
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As a long time horn player and fan of Naxos, this is the perfect recording for those music lovers who don't know the richness of the four-horn literature. It it indeed limited when compared to most other interumental ensembles, such as a string quartet, but this is the best and most accessible recording on the market to introduce neophytes to this sonic wonderland. The playing is exceptional, as the AHQ is a solid, professional, touring outfit, the balances fine, the interpretations solid, and above all FUN. Buy it. Enjoy it. Encourage your friends and children to learn to play the horn, if they dare and want to play like this.
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5.0 out of 5 stars This CD makes you want to take up the Horn!, April 15, 2009
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All of the pieces on this CD are simply first rate, but for me, the Schumann gem alone is worth the price. Its stunning presentation here is beyond reproach. These guys make this unbelievably difficult music seem effortless as they soar, literally, to insane heights. Virtuosity, thy name is the American Horn Quartet. And so what if the picture on the cover is of a natural horn? I think it's a nice touch.
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