Compact Discoveries 25: A Symphony for Santa Claus

Part of Series Compact Discoveries
Length 57:00
Licensor Fred Flaxman
Producer(s) Fred Flaxman
Formats Weekly Program
Topics Holidays, Music
Produced 2002
Added to PRX December 5, 2006
 

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Summary:

Fred Flaxman presents the delightful "Santa Claus Symphony" by William Henry Fry.

Website:

http://www.compactdiscoveries.com

Timely on:

December 25: Christmas-related content.

Tones:

Authoritative, Informational, Light

Language:

English

Description:

This program, when originally released for national distribution through the WFMT Radio Network, was called "Christmas Music for Those Who Are Sick and Tired of Christmas Music." Featured is the rarely heard but delightful "Santa Claus Symphony" by William Henry Fry, the first native-born American to compose for large symphonic forces. Tony Rowe conducts the Royal Scottish National Orchestra in this world-premiere recording.

Complete script with playlist is available here and at www.compactdiscoveries.com.