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Domenico Savino – Jewels In Miniature – Vinyl Record
Jewels in Miniature is a collection of orchestral miniatures composed by Domenico Savino, an Italian-American composer, conductor, and arranger known for his work in light classical and popular music. Savino’s compositions often blend classical elements with accessible, melodic themes, making his work appealing to a broad audience. Born in Italy and later emigrated to the United States, Savino had a prolific career in both composition and arrangement, contributing to the popularization of classical music elements in more accessible forms.
Domenico Savino was born into an artistic family in Taranto, Italy at the end of the 19th Century, and migrated to the United States in the early years of the 20th Century.
Savinos classical education in music was completed at the Royal Conservatory of Naples in not only composition and piano, but also in conducting for which he became famous in the United States working ultimately for Pathe Records, Kapp and RCA in these regards.
Early in his career in the United States, Savino brought to America the famous silent motion picture star – Rudolph Valentino.
At various times, Savino conducted the CBS Symphony, orchestrated by Paul Whiteman – the famous Big Band leader and Vincent Lopez. Savino became one of the Big Three partners in the giant US music publishing firm, Robbins Music. Many of Domenico Savinos popular pieces are published under the pseudonym D. Onivas, which was simply a reversal of his last name. Savino is credited with composing over 2500 published compositions, most of which are classical or semi-classical in nature, and is responsible for adapting Moonlight Love from Debussys Clare de Lune. Domenico arranged for many of the most famous names in the music industry during the 1920s through the 1940s, including Hugo Winterhalter and Mitch Ayres.
Savino, in his later years, recorded substantially with the Rome Symphony Orchestra for the company Thomas J. Valentino Inc., who operates a music library in New York. Many of Domenicos original compositions are still available.
Jewels in Miniature’consists of short, orchestral pieces that showcase Savino’s talent for melody and orchestration. These pieces are typically characterized by their charm, elegance, and the ability to convey a lot of emotion and atmosphere in a brief duration.
The pieces are known for their catchy and memorable melodies, making them appealing to a wide audience. Savino’s skillful orchestration brings out the best in each instrument, creating rich and varied textures. Despite their classical roots, the pieces are designed to be accessible and enjoyable to listeners without a deep background in classical music.
Savino’s work in Jewels in Miniature exemplifies his ability to blend classical music with popular sensibilities, making classical music more approachable. The pieces demonstrate Savino’s craftsmanship in composition and orchestration, highlighting his understanding of different instruments and their capabilities. By creating music that is both sophisticated and accessible, Savino played a role in bridging the gap between classical music and the general public.
Domenico Savino’s contributions to music, particularly through collections like ‘Jewels in Miniature,’ have left a lasting impact on the world of light classical music. His ability to craft beautiful, concise orchestral pieces has endeared his music to both classical enthusiasts and casual listeners alike.
Jewels in Miniature represents the charming and melodically rich style of Domenico Savino, providing a delightful listening experience that exemplifies the best of light classical music.
Brand new, never played, unsealed
Major Records 3012
Track Listing
Amour Triste
Gaite
Death Of A Doll
Jeunesse
Japanese Sunset
Chant Des Oiseaux
La Ptite Danseuse
Autumn Ode
Overature To Spring
Intermezzo From Cavalleria Rusticana
Wiegenlied
