02. Bush, Kate "This Woman's Work (Arr. Lawson)" Oboe Concerto in D minor
03. Harle, John "2. Adagio (Arr. Harle)" Scaramouche Suite for Saxophone and Orchestra
04. Milhaud, Darius "3. Brazileira (for alto saxophone and piano)" Escapades - i. Closing in
05. Williams, John "Original Version" The Diary Of Anne Frank
06. Nyman, Michael "If (Arr. Harle)"
07. Harle, John "RANT!"
08. Bowie, David "Where are we now? (Arr. Harle)"
09. Weill, Kurt "Je ne t'aime pas (Arr. Campbell)" Second Booke of Songes, 1600
10. Dowland, John "2. Flow my tears (Arr. Solomons)"
11. Wiedoeft, Rudy "Valse Vanit?" Suite for Variety Orchestra
12. Shostakovich, Dmitri "VII. Waltz 2 (Suite for Variety Orchestra)"
13. Traditional "Dark Eyes (Arr. Harle)"
14. Lai, Francis "Love Story - Theme (Arr. Campbell)"
Description:
After her sensational performance at the BAFTAs, inspiring young classical saxophonist Jess Gillam releases her debut album â??Riseâ?? on Decca Classics. It is a collection of pieces which showcase her phenomenal talent and diverse musical taste, ranging from Marcello and Shostakovich to David Bowie and Kate Bush. Fans can also relive her BAFTA performance as she releases â??Theme from Love Storyâ?? as a brand new digital single. -
"Rise" is an inspiring CD album by saxophonist Jess Gillam, released by the renowned classical label Decca. The recording showcases Gillam's distinctive sound and her ability to bridge classical, contemporary and popular repertoire in an accessible, emotionally direct way. Across the programme, she explores both lyrical, introspective pieces and rhythmically driven, energetic works that highlight the full expressive range of the saxophone. The album's carefully curated track selection creates a narrative arc that feels like a musical journey: from contemplative, atmospheric moments to uplifting, almost cinematic climaxes. Thanks to its high production values and clear, spacious sound, "Rise" captures the immediacy of Gillam's playing and makes this CD appealing both to seasoned classical listeners and newcomers discovering the saxophone for the first time.
Decca, the manufacturer of this CD, is one of the most respected names in the classical and crossover music world. With a long tradition of high-fidelity recordings and artist-focused production, Decca is known for giving musicians space to develop their artistic identity while ensuring top-tier sound engineering and presentation. Releases under the Decca name are associated with meticulous recording techniques, thoughtful repertoire choices and durable, collector-friendly physical editions.
Jess Gillam has established herself as one of the most exciting classical saxophonists of her generation. She gained international attention at a young age through high-profile performances and quickly became known for her charismatic stage presence and communicative style. Her work has helped bring the classical saxophone to a wider audience, often through imaginative programming that mixes core classical works with new arrangements and contemporary pieces. Gillam's career is marked by critically acclaimed recordings, regular appearances with leading orchestras and at major festivals, as well as a strong media presence that has contributed to the increased visibility of the saxophone in modern classical music.
Concerto
3.384
- Accordion 6- Bassoon 18- Bugle 35- Cello 200- Clarinet 62- Double Bass 8- Early Instrum. 11- Flute 84- Guitar 28- Harp 17- Harpsichord 26- Lute 4- Mandolin 4- Oboe 45- Organ 34- Other Concerto 9- Other Concerto 1.298- Percussion 7- Piano 727- Recorder 18- Saxophone 19- Solo Instruments 33- Trombone 15- Trumpet 85- Tuba 9- Viola 23- Violin 559Other Classic 3.446Symphonic Music 14.529
Colorlights-Farblichter-Classic meets Tango
