Discography
New Release
DG Concerts: John Adams City Noir
Ensemble(s)
- Los Angeles Philharmonic
Re-live the excitement of the World Premiere of John Adams’ darkly atmospheric City Noir, the final panel of his southern California triptych. DG Concerts presents the live concert broadcast recording available directly on iTunes. **Named by iTunes as the “Best Live Classical Recording of 2010”**
| Conductor: | Gustavo Dudamel |
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| Produced By: | Deutsche Grammophon |
| Release Date: | May 11, 2010 |
Tracks
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- III. Boulevard Night (excerpt)
- John Adams
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Applause
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“[City Noir's] second movement, “The Song Is for You,” is softer and, on the surface, sweeter than the first, and jazzy. I heard hints of Gershwin in the horns after a flamboyant saxophone solo played by Timothy McAllister.” Mark Swed Los Angeles Times
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“Dudamel led a bracing, propulsive performance with instrumental lines clear even in Adams’ most riotous contrapuntal moments. The L.A. Phil members covered themselves in glory with outstanding contributions by trumpeter Donald Green, trombonist James Miller and, especially, Timothy McAllister’s evocative and bravura alto sax playing.” Lawrence A. Johnson The Classical Review
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“John Adams said he wouldn't wish [that alto saxophone solo] on anyone, but Timothy McAllister dispatching it with wonderful grace on this world premiere evening.” Fred Child Commentary from American Public Media/Performance Today's coverage of Gustavo Dudamel's Inaugural Concert with the LA Phil
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“The LA Phil played superbly, with special kudos to saxophonist Timothy McAllister...” Robert D. Thomas Music Critic, Pasadena Star-News
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“The LA Philharmonic played beautifully throughout the performance (indeed, through the entire evening), with notable solo work from Timothy McAllister on saxophone...” Robert D. Thomas Music Critic, Pasadena Star-News