Henry Cowell - Persian Set

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Release Date:: 01/01/1993
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This is a collection of Cowell's more conservative but still original later works that reflect a fascination with "world music" and re-defining traditional harmony and counterpoint. Performed beautifully by The Manhattan Chamber Orchestra, conducted by Richard Aulden Clark, this CD contains: "Persian Set", "Old American Country Set", "American Melting Pot", "Hymn and Fuguing Tune", "Air" and "Adagio" from "Ensemble".

- "Blue" Gene Tyranny, All Music Guide

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