Sinfoniaoflondon/Wilson - Escales: French Orchestral Works

John Wilson and Sinfonia of London release their second album, following widespread and universal critical acclaim for their first recording, of Korngold�s Symphony in F sharp. This new recording explores the unique sound world of French orchestral music of the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries. The programme juxtaposes well-known favourites, such as Debussy�s Pr�lude � l�apr�s-midi d�un faune, Massenet�s �M�ditation� from Tha�s, with pieces far more rarely heard, for example Durufl�s Trois Danses and Saint-Sa�ns�s Le Rouet d�Omphale). Many of these works evoke the �exoticism� of Spain or North Africa (as was the fashion in French music of this era), and all share the intricate, detailed orchestration that defines the �Impressionist� style. John Wilson and Sinfonia of London capture the mood and spirit of these pieces with consummate skill and outstanding musicianship. Originally formed in 1955, Sinfonia of London was re-established in 2018 by the British conductor John Wilson to devote itself, at least initially, to recording projects, of which this is the second album.