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hovhaness, a.: 4 bagatelles / string quartet nos. 1-4 / zhou, l.: song of the ch'in - alan hovhaness

Alan Hovhaness - Hovhaness, A.: 4 Bagatelles / String Quartet Nos. 1-4 / Zhou, L.: Song of the Ch'In (LP)

Alan Hovhaness

1994
17 tracks
1 uur, 9 min
minimalism

Hovhaness, A.: 4 Bagatelles / String Quartet Nos. 1-4 / Zhou, L.: Song of the Ch'In

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Dive into the serene and contemplative world of Alan Hovhaness with this captivating 1994 release, a collection of his string quartets and bagatelles that showcase his unique voice within the minimalist genre. This album is a testament to Hovhaness's ability to blend Eastern and Western musical traditions, creating a sound that is both familiar and exotic. The four bagatelles, Op. 30, open the album with delicate and introspective pieces that set the tone for the rest of the collection. Hovhaness's string quartets, ranging from Op. 8 to Op. 208, demonstrate his mastery of form and structure, while also exploring themes of spirituality and nature. The album concludes with Zhou Long's "Song of the Ch'in," a piece that complements Hovhaness's compositions with its own blend of traditional Chinese instruments and modern composition techniques. This album is a perfect introduction to Hovhaness's work, offering a diverse range of pieces that highlight his unique compositional style. With a duration of just over an hour, this album is an excellent choice for those looking to explore the world of minimalist music.

Tracks

4 Bagatelles, Op. 30: No. 1. —Alan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
2:04
4 Bagatelles, Op. 30: No. 2. —Alan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
1:06
4 Bagatelles, Op. 30: No. 3. —Alan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
2:00
4 Bagatelles, Op. 30: No. 4. —Alan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
3:36
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 8: I. PreludeAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
1:56
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 8: II. Fugue with 4 SubjectsAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
4:50
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 8: III. Andante lamentadoAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
4:15
String Quartet No. 1, Op. 8: IV. FugueAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
2:06
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 147: V. Gamelan in Sosi StyleAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
1:44
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 147: I. Spirit MurmurAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
1:19
String Quartet No. 2, Op. 147: VII. HymnAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
1:55
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 208, No. 1: I. Andante - AdagioAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
8:02
String Quartet No. 3, Op. 208, No. 1: II. Andante - Poco allegrettoAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
7:33
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 208, No. 2: I. Adagio ma non troppoAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
7:19
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 208, No. 2: II. FugueAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
2:20
String Quartet No. 4, Op. 208, No. 2: III. Adagio - Andante con moto - AllegroAlan Hovhaness, Shanghai Quartet
8:30
Song of the Ch'inZhou Long, Shanghai Quartet
8:48

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Details

Album: Hovhaness, A.: 4 Bagatelles / String Quartet Nos. 1-4 / Zhou, L.: Song of the Ch'In
Artist: Alan Hovhaness
Album release date: 1 januari 1994
Label: Delos
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 9 min
Tracks: 17 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Minimalism
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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