Alexander Goehr's "Arianna, Op. 58" is a captivating live recording released on NMC Recordings in 2012. This monumental work, spanning over two hours, is a testament to Goehr's compositional prowess and his ability to craft intricate, engaging musical narratives. The album features a stellar cast of performers, including Ruby Philogene, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, and the Arianna Ensemble, all conducted by William Lacey.
"Arianna, Op. 58" is a setting of Alessandro Striggio's libretto, originally intended for Monteverdi's lost opera "Arianna." Goehr's interpretation is a rich tapestry of musical styles and influences, blending early music sensibilities with modernist techniques. The result is a work that is both historically informed and innovatively contemporary.
The album is divided into numerous sections, each exploring different facets of the Arianna story. From the dramatic intensity of "Or sappi, figlio, e di pietà t'accendi" to the haunting beauty of "Lasciatemi morire," Goehr guides the listener through a labyrinth of emotions and musical textures. The use of sinfonias throughout the work provides a sense of structure and cohesion, while also showcasing the ensemble's virtuosity.
This recording is not just a showcase for Goehr's compositional skills, but also a testament to the talents of the performers involved. Each artist brings a unique perspective to their roles, enriching the overall listening experience. The album is a must for those interested in contemporary classical music, early music, or the intersection of the two. It's a work that demands attention and rewards repeated listening, revealing new layers of complexity and beauty with each encounter.
Tracks
Arianna, Op. 58: Or sappi, figlio, e di pietà t'accendiAlexander Goehr, Angela Hickey, Juliet Schiemann, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Pria che ne l'oceano spenga diman gli ardenti raggi il soleAlexander Goehr, Angela Hickey, Juliet Schiemann, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Ma qual per l'aria suona - Procession of the Soldiers of TheseusAlexander Goehr, Angela Hickey, Juliet Schiemann, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Ecco il greco campion, quegli è TeseoAlexander Goehr, Angela Hickey, Juliet Schiemann, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Fortissimi guerrieriAlexander Goehr, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Stephen Rooke, Timothy Dawkins, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sian lieti, sian felici i dolci sonniAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Quai segni di timor nel tuo bel volto veggioAlexander Goehr, Philip Sheffield, Ruby Philogene, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sì caro al cor mi scende il ragionar corteseAlexander Goehr, Philip Sheffield, Ruby Philogene, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Veggio, o parmi veder di face acceseAlexander Goehr, Jeremy Huw Williams, Philip Sheffield, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sinfonia (1)Alexander Goehr, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey, Philip Sheffield
Arianna, Op. 58: Come potrai, cor mioAlexander Goehr, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Ma, deh, s'il cor magnanimo e realeAlexander Goehr, Jeremy Huw Williams, Philip Sheffield, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Già pronto ogni nocchiero siede al governoAlexander Goehr, Andrew Hewitt, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Miseri peregrin!Alexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Stampa il ciel con l'auree pianteAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sinfonia (2)Alexander Goehr, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Benché la fé, benché l'amor m'affidi del mio reAlexander Goehr, Ruby Philogene, Timothy Dawkins, Angela Hickey, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Forse certe novelle ne daran questi pescatori amiciAlexander Goehr, Angela Hickey, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Pavento insidie e inganniAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Avventurose gentiAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sinfonia (3)Alexander Goehr, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Se su da l'alto cieloAlexander Goehr, Timothy Dawkins, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sovra quel nudo scoglioAlexander Goehr, Timothy Dawkins, Lawrence Zazzo, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Poiché correndo venneAlexander Goehr, Timothy Dawkins, Ruby Philogene, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Misera giovinettaAlexander Goehr, Timothy Dawkins, Lawrence Zazzo, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Lasciatemi morireAlexander Goehr, Ruby Philogene, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: O Teseo, o Teseo mioAlexander Goehr, Ruby Philogene, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Dove, dove è la fede, che tanto mi giuravi?Alexander Goehr, Ruby Philogene, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Ahi, che non pur risponde!Alexander Goehr, Ruby Philogene, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Misera! Ancor do loco a la tradita spemeAlexander Goehr, Ruby Philogene, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Di magnanimo cor, che morte sprezzaAlexander Goehr, Angela Hickey, Ruby Philogene, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Su l'orride paludi de l'Acheronte oscuroAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sinfonia (4)Alexander Goehr, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Spiega le penne d'oroAlexander Goehr, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Qual de le sacre dive vegg'ioAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Ruby Philogene, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Al dolce suon de l'infiammate noteAlexander Goehr, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sinfonia - Ardete, anime belleAlexander Goehr, Juliet Schiemann, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Ritornello - Spiega omai, giocondo nume, l'auree piume (1)Alexander Goehr, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Andrew Hewitt, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Sinfonia - Mirate, o voi del CieloAlexander Goehr, Juliet Schiemann, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
Arianna, Op. 58: Gioite al gioir mioAlexander Goehr, Lawrence Zazzo, Timothy Dawkins, Philip Sheffield, Jeremy Huw Williams, Andrew Hewitt, Stephen Rooke, Arianna Ensemble, William Lacey
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