Dive into the avant-garde world of George Antheil with his compelling orchestral works, released on CPO in April 2020. This album showcases Antheil's unique compositional style, heavily influenced by the Group of Six and Stravinsky's 1930s works, offering a rhythmic and modernist exploration of sound. The collection features four distinct pieces: the Serenade No. 1 and No. 2, the enchanting "Golden Bird," and the playful suite "Dreams." Antheil, an American composer of German descent, was known for his wild and innovative compositions that often foreshadowed modernist trends. His works, such as the famous "Ballet Mécanique," pushed the boundaries of traditional music, and this album is no exception. With the Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen bringing these pieces to life, the album offers a captivating journey through Antheil's imaginative and rhythmic orchestral landscapes.
Tracks
Serenade No. 1 for String Orchestra, W. 189: I. AllegroGeorge Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
Serenade No. 1 for String Orchestra, W. 189: II. AndanteGeorge Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
Serenade No. 1 for String Orchestra, W. 189: III. VivoGeorge Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
Serenade No. 2 for Orchestra: I. Moderately Fast - Poco più mossoGeorge Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
Serenade No. 2 for Orchestra: II. AdagioGeorge Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
Serenade No. 2 for Orchestra: III. Quite FastGeorge Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
Golden Bird (Version for Orchestra)George Antheil, Württembergische Philharmonie Reutlingen, Fawzi Haimor
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