Celebrating the 70th birthday of the esteemed composer Beat Furrer, "Furrer 70" is a monumental collection of his avant-garde works, set to release on November 19, 2024, under the prestigious Klangforum Wien label. This extensive album spans an impressive six hours and six minutes, offering a deep dive into Furrer's innovative and boundary-pushing compositions.
The album features a diverse range of pieces, from intricate ensemble works like "Nuun für zwei Klaviere und Ensemble" to solo concertos for violin and clarinet. Furrer's compositions are known for their complexity and emotional depth, and this collection is no exception. Tracks like "Retour an Dich I, II, III" and "Xenos III, I, II, III" showcase his ability to blend avant-garde techniques with profound expressive power.
Live performances are also a highlight of this album, with scenes from live recordings capturing the raw energy and immediacy of Furrer's music. The inclusion of pieces like "Spur" and "Apoklisis,...cold and calm and moving" adds a layer of introspection and contemplation, inviting the audience to explore the nuances of his soundscapes.
"Furrer 70" is not just a celebration of Beat Furrer's contributions to contemporary music but also a testament to his enduring influence and creativity. Whether you're a longtime fan or new to his work, this album offers a comprehensive journey through the mind of one of the most visionary composers of our time.
Tracks
Nuun für zwei Klaviere und EnsembleBeat Furrer, Florian Müller, Johannes Piirto, Klangforum Wien
Konzert für Violine IBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gunde Jäch-Micko
Konzert für Violine IIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gunde Jäch-Micko
Konzert für Violine IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gunde Jäch-Micko
Konzert für Klarinette und EnsembleBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Olivier Vivarès
Konzert für Klavier und EnsembleBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Joonas Ahonen
SpurBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
Retour an Dich IBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Annette Bik, Andreas Lindenbaum, Florian Müller
Retour an Dich IIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Annette Bik, Andreas Lindenbaum, Florian Müller
Retour an Dich IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Annette Bik, Andreas Lindenbaum, Florian Müller
ApoklisisBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Bernhard Zachhuber, Olivier Vivarès
...cold and calm and movingBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
in mia vita da vuolpBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Algordanza vi d'ün chavà coppàBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Illas notsBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Kasimir ha il mal d'amurBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Aint il spaziBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
La bianca notteBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Elina Viluma-Helling, Matias Bocchio
invocation VIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Vera Fischer, Friederike Kühl
Spazio immergente IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Stephen Menotti, Johanna Zimmer
Xenos III, IBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Björn Wilker, Lukas Schiske
Xenos III, IIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Björn Wilker, Lukas Schiske
Xenos III, IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Björn Wilker, Lukas Schiske
linea dell' orizzonteBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
intorno al biancoBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
GaspraBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
Studie 2: à un moment de terre perdueBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
Szene 1 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 2 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 3 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 4 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 5 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 6 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
Szene 7 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 8 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
Szene 9 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
Szene 10 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
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.
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.
