Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Claude Debussy's Preludes, reimagined for orchestra by the brilliant Colin Matthews. This album, "The Debussy Preludes & Postlude," is a testament to Matthews' meticulous work, as he spent five years orchestrating all 24 of Debussy's original piano preludes. Conducted by Sir Mark Elder and performed by the esteemed Hallé Orchestra, this collection is a symphonic journey through Debussy's evocative compositions, from the misty "Brouillards" to the playful "La danse de Puck."
Each track is a masterclass in orchestration, with Matthews' arrangements bringing out new depths and nuances in Debussy's music. The album also includes Matthews' own "Postlude - Monsieur Croche," a fitting conclusion to this exploration of Debussy's preludes. With a total runtime of over an hour and a half, this album is a substantial and rewarding listen for any classical music enthusiast. Recorded in 2010 and released under the Hallé Concerts Society label, this album is a must-experience for those seeking a fresh perspective on Debussy's timeless works.
Tracks
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 1 Brouillards (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 7 Ce qu’a vu le vent d’Ouest (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 12 Minstrels (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 10 Canope (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 4 Les sons et les parfums tournent dans l’air du soir (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 3 La Puerta del Vino (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 6 Général Lavine – excentric (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No.2 Feuilles mortes (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 11 Les tierces alternées (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 11 La danse de Puck (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 3 Le vent dans la plaine (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 8 La fille aux cheveux de lin (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 1 Danseuse de Delphes (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No.9 La sérénade interrompue (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 6 Des pas sur la neige (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 4 ‘Les fées sont d’exquises danseuses’ (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 2 Voiles (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 9 Hommage à S. Pickwick Esq., P.P.M.P.C. (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 7 La terrasse des audiences du clair de lune (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No.5 Bruyères (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No. 8 Ondine (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No.5 Les collines d’Anacapri (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book II L. 123: No.12 Feux d’artifice (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Preludes arranged for Orchestra, Book I L. 117: No. 10 La cathédrale engloutie (Arr. Colin Matthews)Colin Matthews, Claude Debussy, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
Postlude - Monsieur CrocheColin Matthews, Hallé, Sir Mark Elder
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