Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of Benet Casablancas' "The Clarinet Music," a captivating collection of 19 tracks that showcase the composer's profound musical imagination and meticulous craftsmanship. Released on November 1, 2022, under the Columna Música label, this album spans a diverse range of compositions, each offering a unique exploration of the clarinet's expressive capabilities.
From the serene "Dove of Peace" to the intricate "Quadern de Haikus" series, Casablancas weaves a tapestry of sounds that are both technically impressive and deeply evocative. The album features collaborations with renowned musicians such as Joan Enric Lluna, Josep Colom, and the Moodwinds Ensemble, bringing each piece to life with exquisite precision and sensitivity.
"The Clarinet Music" is a testament to Casablancas' versatility, blending classical elegance with contemporary innovation. Tracks like "Romanza sin palabras" and "Epigramas Cervantinos" highlight his ability to convey complex emotions through melodic and harmonic richness. The album's duration of 1 hour and 9 minutes ensures a comprehensive journey through Casablancas' musical universe, making it a compelling listen for both casual and discerning audiences. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply appreciate the beauty of the clarinet, this album is a treasure trove of sonic delights.
Tracks
Dove of Peace. Homage to Picasso (Chamber Concert Nº 1 for clarinet and chamber orchestra)Benet Casablancas, Joan Enric Lluna, Antonio Galera, Moonwinds Ensemble, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: I. For the London Sinfonietta's 50th Anniversary - Tranquillo. Poco liberamenteBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: II. Per a Víctor García de Gomar - Poco Allegretto. Amabile e sempre fluendoBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: III. Notes esparses. Acròstic per a Josep Maria Benaul - Lento e mesto. Un poco rubatoBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: IV. 60 Felicitacions! (per a François Bou) - Vivo e leggieroBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: V. Llum de Búger (per a Antoni Caimari) - Ampio, ma con anima e poco liberamenteBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: VI. Gloss for James [spelling jA-M-ES] - Poco scherzandoBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: VII. Blau Mar (In memoriam Alfons Borrell, pintor) - Animato, senza affrettareBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: VIII. Comiat. Haiku per a Josep-Ramon Bach (In memoriam) - Poco mosso e liberamenteBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Quadern de Haikus: IX. Jardins de Kyoto (22 de juliol 2019) - Lento assaiBenet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Romanza sin palabras (Homage to Granados)Benet Casablancas, Moonwinds Ensemble, Antonio Galera, Joan Enric Lluna, Nacho Gascón
Epigramas Cervantinos: I. Con anima, spiritosoBenet Casablancas, Josep Colom, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Epigramas Cervantinos: II. Lento e dolce. Siempre un poco rubatoBenet Casablancas, Josep Colom, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Epigramas Cervantinos: III. Con motoBenet Casablancas, Josep Colom, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Aforisme – In memoriam Gemma RomanyàBenet Casablancas, Josep Colom, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Dues Peces per a clarinet i piano: I. PoemaBenet Casablancas, Joan Enric Lluna, Josep Colom, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Dues Peces per a clarinet i piano: II. Moment musicaBenet Casablancas, Joan Enric Lluna, Josep Colom, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Introducció, Cadenza i ÀriaBenet Casablancas, Mikchail Spivak, Joan Enric Lluna, Elena Solanes, Juan Carlos Garvayo, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Inflexió trièdrica i gratuïtaBenet Casablancas, Joan Enric Lluna, Josep Colom, Qiao Zhang, Joan Enric Luna, Pedro Alcalde, Nacho Gascón
Whether you're just starting your vinyl collection or have been spinning for years, the right turntable makes all the difference. We've selected the best options for every budget.
Whether a review is positive, negative, or neutral, we always publish it. However, we screen every review to ensure it is authentic and free of profanity. These checks happen automatically, though a human occasionally steps in. We never pay for reviews.
Looking for "Benet Casablancs: The Clarinet Music" on vinyl?
We don't have a live price right now, but stock fluctuates daily. You can check for hidden stock on Amazon directly, or let us alert you as soon as it is available.
