Ian Ballamy/ Rlpo - Gary Carpenter: SET Concerto for Tenor Saxophone & Orchestra

Gary Carpenter - one of Britain�s most diverse and engaging composers. Each of the immaculately crafted compositions moves effortlessly between contagious toe tapping energy to more reflective, poignant and timeless pieces. His is a sound world enthused with quirky jazzy undertones and lush orchestrations � a truly contemporary composer whose musical language speaks to all. He is the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra�s Composer in Association and this CD sees conductor Clark Rundell and Andrew Manze bring the RLPO, with soloists Iain Ballamy (saxophone) and Kathryn Rudge (mezzo-soprano) to life. This CD is a gem to be discovered! A must for music connoisseurs of all ages and those wanting to delve into the musical imagination of one Britain�s quietly impressive talents.