Bostock,Douglas / Munich Philharonic Orchestra Malcolm Arnold Sym 5 : Belles Of St. Trinians CD

exciting reading of Arnold's finest symphony from unexpected sources, coupled with enchanting CD debutants... The 5th is a marvellous symphony, perhaps his greatest - powerfully argued, confidently structured, and full of memorable invention. It is good to see it so well played and recorded in Munich, guided by Douglas Bostock who comes into his own in four extra works, which are all first recordings. Divertimento- a splendidly characterful triptych; there is much outrageous fun in the St Trinian's score - bursting with irreverent ideas and effects; and the lovely, nostalgic 'Sarabande' of Solitaire (one of his most touching tunes).(Gramophone)

1. Bostock: Symphony No.5, Op.74; I. Tempestuoso 2. II. Andante Con Moto 3. III. Con Fuoco 4. IV. Risoluto 5. Divertimento No.2, Op.75; I. Fanfare: Allegro 6. II. Nocturne: Lento 7. III. Chaconne: Allegro Con Spirito 8. Symphonic Study: Machines, Solitaire (Excerpts from the Ballet) 9. Sarabande 10. Polka 11. Homage to the Queen (Ballet Excerpts); Prelude ; Opening Scene 12. Dance of the Insects 13. Fire Dance 14. Finale 15. Little Suite No.2, Op.78; I. Overture: Allegro Moderato 16. II. Ballad: Andantino 17. III. Dance: Vivace 18. The Belles of St. Trinians - Comedy Suite; I. Prelude: Allegro 19. II. Train to Trinians: Allegro Brillante 20. III. Flash and Miss Fritton: Andante Moderato 21. IV. Races and Games (Tribal Warfare): Allegro 22. V. Finale: Allegro