Samuel Barber: not just the Adagio for strings – 3.
In this series of three, we dive into the musical life of the American composer and music teacher Samuel Barber (1910-1981). In this last episode, we will focus on his troubled last period.
Playlist:
Samuel Barber
- The Lovers, Op. 43
Dale Duesing (bariton), Chicago Symphony Chorus & Orchestra, Andres Schenck - Essay no. 3, Op. 47
Royal Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Marin Alsop - Canzonetta for oboe and string orchestra, Op. 48
Stéphane Rancourt (oboe), Royal Scottish National Orchestra conducted by Marin Alsop - After the Concert
Giampaolo Nuti (piano)