Great American Chamber Music
Frederick Moyer (piano), James Martin (baritone), George Walker (piano), Son Sonora String Quartet
Continuing Albany Records' series of music by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer George Walker, this recording focuses on his chamber music. The music ranges from his first string quartet composed in 1946 to the piano sonata composed in 1985. Walker is the recipient of six honorary doctoral degrees and is a member of the American Academy of Arts and Letters and was inducted into the American Classical Music Hall of Fame in 2000.
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Track Listing
| Title | Composer | Performer |
|---|---|---|
| String Quartet No. 1 | George Walker | Son Sonora String Quartet |
| String Quartet No. 2 | George Walker | Son Sonora String Quartet |
| Piano Sonata No. 4 | George Walker | Frederick Moyer, piano |
| Songs | George Walker | James Martin, baritone, George Walker, piano |
Reviews
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"The piano sonata is a stunning, spacious work. Walker is at his finest in the songs. Each one is a gem. ...James Martin's warm baritone, concise diction, and wide variety of colors are a perfect match for these songs."
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"From this CD one would conclude that [George Walker] is versatile, technically adept, and extremely skillful at changing styles..."
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