Frank Martin's "Music for Winds" is a captivating exploration of the Swiss composer's mastery of wind instruments, released in 2017 by MSR Classics. This choral album spans 53 minutes and offers a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Martin's unique ability to blend traditional and modern elements. The album features the Concerto pour les instruments à vent et le piano, a two-movement piece that highlights the interplay between wind instruments and piano, and the Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943, a ten-movement suite that delves into themes of mortality and dance. The Swiss Romande Orchestra, conducted by Thierry Fischer, brings Martin's intricate compositions to life with precision and passion. This album is a testament to Frank Martin's enduring legacy and his profound impact on the world of classical music.
Tracks
Concerto pour les instruments à vent et le piano: I. Entr’acteFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concerto pour les instruments à vent et le piano: II. Mouvement de BluesFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: I. Introduction, March of the DrumsFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: II. Death with the Old ManFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: III. Dance of Death with the Mother and her ChildFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: IV. Dance of Death with the AthleteFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: V. Death with the Rich ManFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: VI. IntermezzoFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: VII. Dance of Death AloneFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: VIII. Dance of Death with the Young GirlFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: IX. Dance of Death with the Self-MurdererFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Concert Suite from Ein Totentanz zu Basel im jahre 1943: X. Dance of Death with the Beautiful LadyFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
Zwischen Rhone und RheinFrank Martin, Massachusetts Chamber Orchestra, Matthew Westgate
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