Catalogue # 6785902
Alison Balsom is the world’s preeminent female classical trumpeter. She is an unique and independent artist who have broken through to the mainstream whilst retaining her integrity and core musical values. Exceptional talent, a glamorous stage presence and a witty and engaging personality make Alison one of the most exciting and bankable artists in the core classical world today.
Alison’s new recording of modern and contemporary repertoire marks an important artistic stepping stone in her career. This labour of love features the world premiere recording of Seraph, James MacMillan’s trumpet concerto written for Alison, works by Takemitsu and Zimmermann and includes her long-awaited recording of the ever popular Arutunian Trumpet Concerto.
Nobody knows de trouble I see Arrangement (by Alison) of the spiritual
Arutiunian: Concerto for Trumpet & Orchestra
BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Lawrence Renes
MacMillan: Seraph (World Premiere Recording)
Scottish Ensemble
Takemitsu: Paths, Op. 50
Zimmermann, B A: Trumpet Concerto in C 'Nobody Knows De Trouble I See'
BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra, Lawrence Renes
Alison Balsom (trumpet)
