Nicholas Daniel - Chamber Works for Oboe

Rich and powerful musical language and a strong sense of drama have made Scottish-American composer Thea Musgrave (b.1928) one of the most respected and exciting contemporary voices. This recording by star oboist Nicholas Daniel features a collection of Musgrave's chamber works for oboe composed between 1960 and 2009 and includes several works written especially for Daniel. Joined by flutist Emer McDonough, oboist James Turnbull, clarinetist Joy Farall, pianist Huw Watkins and members of the Chilingirian Quartet, Daniel plays eight works in a variety of combinations ranging from duos to quartets.

1) Loneliness (Night Windows for Oboe and Piano)
2) Anger
3) Nostalgia
4) Despair
5) Frenzy
6) Impromptu No 1 for Flute and Oboe
7) Impromptu No 2 for Flute Oboe and Clarinet
8) Cantilena for Oboe Violin Viola and Cello
9) Niobe for Oboe and Pre-Recorded Tape
10) Trio for Flute Oboe and Piano
11) Pompous (Take Two Oboes)
12) Expressive
13) Serene
14) Frisky
15) Threnody for English Horn and Piano