Joseph Jongen
(1873-1953)
Suite for Orchestra & Solo Viola, Op.48 (1915)
Jean Françaix
(1912-1997)
Rhapsodie for Viola & Small Orchestra (1946)
Tibor Serly
(1901-1978)
Concerto for Viola & Orchestra (1929)
Marcus Thompson, viola
Czech National Symphony Orchestra/Paul Freeman
Centaur CRC2788 57:25
Jongen's Suite in two movements is a very appealing work which displays a range of emotions. Françaix's short Rhapsodie contrasts the seriousness of Ravel with the lightheartedness of Poulenc. Serly, best known for his completion of Bartók's Viola Concerto, shows a more traditional approach. All three works add new interest to the repertoire for the viola.
