Clarinet Colours

Description

The South African/Dutch clarinetist Maria du Toit and the Cape Philharmonic Orchestra conducted by Arjan Tien release "Clarinet Colours" on Channel Classics. The exploration of the contemporary clarinet repertoire by South African composers reveals a sound world of striking colors and contrasts. Often described as the "rainbow nation," South Africa embodies a complex mosaic of cultures, languages, and histories, bound together by resilience and renewal. This album reflects that spirit, showcasing the remarkable versatility of the clarinet while exploring a broad spectrum of colors and expressive energies. The concertos by major South African composers David Earl, Roelof Temmingh, and Conrad Asman were written for Maria du Toit or are dedicated to her.