Bourgeois,Derek - Symphony No 06

[Gauk]

I listened to no. 98 ("The Organ Symphony"), and it is well worth hearing. Bourgeois has a very distinctive style, and that means his melodies often contain characteristic patterns, but he doen't repeat himself and doesn't seem to run out of ideas. The second movement is one of the most unlikely fugues you'll ever hear, and I think it is impossible to listen to it without a smile.

It is a shame the sibelius synthesised sound is so wheezy - I thought it was possible to get much better computer recreations of a symphony orchestra nowadays - perhaps that's only with more expensive software.

midi or not, the cleverness come thru...his music is permeated with original and often humorous and colorful ideas..it must be a joy to play it..

It would be a joy to be in the audience, as well ...

[relm1]

Karl Miller has indicated that the first 5 symphonies were recorded for orchestra and they soon be posted here.
awesome!!

Any update on when these recordings might be available?

[Jolly Roger]

Karl Miller has indicated that the first 5 symphonies were recorded for orchestra and they soon be posted here.
awesome!!

Any update on when these recordings might be available?

He has said it should be here shortly. Since I have not learned how to post things, perhaps I can send
the mp's your way if it does not happen soon.
Listening to no 1, a fine piece albiet with less than perfect audio which scream for new rendering.
it is a driven hammering and tragic work..but never without tonality

[Gauk]

A lot of the later works would be very suitable for amateur orchestras, who might also like the cachet of giving a world premiere. I am trying to suggest it to anyone I know with connections to such ensembles.

[Jolly Roger]

A lot of the later works would be very suitable for amateur orchestras, who might also like the cachet of giving a world premiere. I am trying to suggest it to anyone I know with connections to such ensembles.

this group is usually up for unknownmusic

Warren Cohen is sometimes receptive to introducing new music..
■Music Director: Warren Cohen warren.cohen@musicanovaaz.com

http://musicanovaaz.com/
I'll send him the link to the 6th symphony..