New Music Just Released
Itaru Sakai
This programme explores three recent releases. First, the latest CD from the Hida Takayama Virtuoso Orchestra, featuring a work for timpani by Japanese composer Itaru Sakai. Next comes the Cello Sonata by British composer Richard Pantcheff, included on the third volume of his chamber music recordings. We also hear music from a new album by American composer David Loeb, including his Sephardic Suite.
Playlist
Itaru Sakai
Concerto for Timpani and String Orchestra (2010/2026)
Hida Takayama Virtuoso Orchestra, conducted by Eiji Arai
Shoichi Kubo (timpani)
CD: Hida Takayama Virtuoso Orchestra Concert 2026 (2026)
Hida-Takayama Virtuoso Orchestra HTVO2026
Richard Pantcheff
Sonata for Cello and Piano (1984)
Joseph Spooner (cello) and Duncan Honeybourne (piano)
CD: Richard Pantcheff: Chamber Music Volume III (2026)
Prima Facie PFCD287
David Loeb
Sephardic Suite (2023)
Paul Smith (guitar)
CD: Legends and Narratives (2026)
Centaur Records CRC4191
