Anthony Ritchie: Symphony No. 5, 'Childhood' (Promethean Editions) — hardcopy SCORE

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Symphony No.5 (‘Childhood’) (Preview)

Symphony No.5 (‘Childhood’) marks somewhat of an evolution in Ritchie’s writing, as he further embraces the minimalist techniques that have influenced his previous work. Beautiful, expressive solo passages emerge, particularly for oboe, while elsewhere the orchestra becomes swirling and thunderous as if mimicking the chaotic action of a packed playground, creating an affecting portrait of this magical first stage of life.

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