Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Brett Dean's latest release, "In spe contra spem, Viola & Cello Concertos and Orchestral Works." This live album, recorded by the London Philharmonic Orchestra and released on November 29, 2024, is a testament to Dean's mastery of chamber music, offering a rich and diverse collection of 27 tracks that span over two and a half hours.
The album showcases Dean's prowess in composing for strings, featuring his renowned Viola Concerto and Cello Concerto, performed with exquisite skill and passion. The Viola Concerto is presented in three distinct movements, each with its unique character, from the fragmentary and mysterious to the relentless and rhythmic. The Cello Concerto, on the other hand, is a journey through five contrasting moods, from the intimate and playful to the slow and spacious.
A highlight of the album is the world premiere of "In spe contra spem," a powerful work for two sopranos and orchestra that translates to "Hoping Against Hope." This piece, along with other orchestral works like "Amphitheatre" and "3 Memorials," demonstrates Dean's ability to create evocative and dramatic musical landscapes.
Under the baton of five different conductors, including Edward Gardner, Enrique Mazzola, and Hannu Lintu, the London Philharmonic Orchestra delivers a stunning performance that brings Dean's compositions to life. The album is a testament to the orchestra's versatility and the conductors' interpretive skills, making it a compelling listen for both classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
Whether you're drawn to the intricate interplay of the chamber music or the sweeping grandeur of the orchestral works, Brett Dean's "In spe contra spem, Viola & Cello Concertos and Orchestral Works" promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Amphitheatre (scene for orchestra) - LiveBrett Dean, Enrique Mazzola, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Viola Concerto: Fragment - LiveBrett Dean, Hannu Lintu, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Lawrence Power
Viola Concerto: Pursuit - LiveBrett Dean, Hannu Lintu, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Lawrence Power
Viola Concerto: Veiled and Mysterious - LiveBrett Dean, Hannu Lintu, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Lawrence Power
In spe contra spem, Part One: Full grievous is the way - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
In spe contra spem, Part One: In spe contra spem - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
In spe contra spem, Part One: We Princes are set on stages - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
In spe contra spem, Part One: Were we but as two milkmaids - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell
In spe contra spem, Part One: La fin de mon long et ennuyeux pรจlerinage - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
In spe contra spem, Part Two: Interlude - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra
In spe contra spem, Part Two: I am not so ignorant, gentlemen - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
In spe contra spem, Part Two: Yet I find no great cause - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
In spe contra spem, Part Two: Accuse me not of presumption - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Emma Bell, Elsa Dreisig
Cello Concerto: Extremely intimate, yet flowing and playful - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Alban Gerhardt
Cello Concerto: Slow, dreamy, unhurried - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Alban Gerhardt
Cello Concerto: Allegro agitato sempre - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Alban Gerhardt
Cello Concerto: Fast, rhythmic, relentless - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Alban Gerhardt
Cello Concerto: Slow, spacious, and still - LiveBrett Dean, Edward Gardner, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Alban Gerhardt
3 Memorials: Komarov's Fall - LiveBrett Dean, Karina Canellakis, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Notturno inquieto - LiveBrett Dean, Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra
The Players (for accordion and orchestra): Prelude - LiveBrett Dean, Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bartosz Glowacki
The Players (for accordion and orchestra): Look, look! Look where my abridgement comes! - LiveBrett Dean, Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bartosz Glowacki
The Players (for accordion and orchestra): Fanfare. The players arrive. - LiveBrett Dean, Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bartosz Glowacki
The Players (for accordion and orchestra): Pantomime - LiveBrett Dean, Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bartosz Glowacki
The Players (for accordion and orchestra): Postlude - LiveBrett Dean, Vladimir Jurowski, London Philharmonic Orchestra, Bartosz Glowacki
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