Robert Still - Symphony No 4 Symphony No 3
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Review by Charbel Harb
Symphony No 4 and Symphony No 3 by Robert Still are two masterpieces of classical music that showcase the composer's exceptional talent and creativity. The album is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates symphonic music and wants to experience the beauty of Still's compositions.
Symphony No 4 is a dynamic and powerful piece that moves through different moods and emotions. The first movement, marked "Allegro con brio," is a lively and energetic piece that sets the tone for the rest of the symphony. The second movement, "Andante," is more subdued and introspective, with beautiful melodies and intricate harmonies. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and whimsical piece that showcases Still's sense of humor and wit. The final movement, "Allegro," is a triumphant and exhilarating piece that brings the symphony to a thrilling conclusion.
Symphony No 3 is a more contemplative and introspective piece that explores the deeper emotions of the human experience. The first movement, "Adagio - Allegro," is a sweeping and majestic piece that sets the stage for the rest of the symphony. The second movement, "Andante," is a hauntingly beautiful piece that showcases Still's ability to create evocative melodies and harmonies. The third movement, "Scherzo," is a playful and lighthearted piece that provides a welcome contrast to the more serious tone of the symphony. The final movement, "Allegro," is a thrilling and exhilarating piece that brings the symphony to a dramatic and satisfying conclusion.
Table of Contents
Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| 3rd Movement: Moderato | ||
| 1st Movement: Allegro | ||
| 2nd Movement: Largo | ||
| Symphony No. 4 (In One Movement) | ||
| Symphony No. 3 |
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Album
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Conductor | Myer Fredman (tracks: A), Sir Eugene Goossens (tracks: B) |
| Leader | Hugh Maguire (tracks: B), Neville Taweel (tracks: A) |
| Orchestra | London Symphony Orchestra (tracks: B), Royal Philharmonic Orchestra (tracks: A) |
Notes
- Symphony No. 3 originally released on Saga STXID 5256 in 1966, Symphony No. 4 first issued on this LP.
- This is the original issue with a flipback sleeve and was mastered at Decca Studios.
- Originally released in 1971.
About Robert Still
Name Vars
- Still
Summary by Charbel Harb
Comments
According to Malcolm Macdonald's sleeve-note, the inspiration from the piece came from Still's reading of a paper by the great British psychiatrist Dr. Charles Rycroft (Still was fascinated with psychology and psychiatry). I was interested enough to get a copy of the paper myself (it was published in the International Journal of Psychoanalysis, and is also apparently included in one of Rycroft's books - not sure which). The paper discusses an attempt to treat a schizophrenic patient using psychoanalysis rather than medication: initially, it was apparently successful, but then the patient developed an intense paranoia which involved delusions of invasions by aliens, and that he was "chosen" to lead the war against them. Finally, he was committed to confinement in a psychiatric hospital. The astonishing thing is that although the piece clearly reflects aspects of this harrowing story (the emergence of the two "big tunes" near the end clearly associated with the patient's imaginary battle against the forces of evil), it still works convincingly as absolute music. Sibelius would have been proud of it.
