Ivan Jevtic's "Que le jour est beau!" is a captivating journey through the composer's unique musical landscape, released in 2003 under the Indésens label. This album is a testament to Jevtic's versatility and mastery, featuring a diverse range of compositions that span from concertos to chamber pieces. The album kicks off with the intricate "Thème et trois variations," showcasing Jevtic's skill in weaving complex themes into a cohesive musical narrative. The centerpiece of the album is the title track, "Que le jour est beau!", a five-movement suite for piccolo trumpet and string orchestra, highlighting the virtuosity of the featured soloists, Éric Aubier and Vesna Šouc, alongside the Novi-Sad Chamber Orchestra. The album also includes the powerful "Quintette No. 2," a four-movement work for brass quintet, and the evocative "Vers le pays du soleil levant," a three-movement piece that transports listeners to distant lands. The album concludes with "Eissplitter," a haunting and atmospheric suite that demonstrates Jevtic's ability to evoke vivid imagery through sound. Born in Belgrade and residing in Paris, Ivan Jevtic brings a rich cultural heritage to his compositions, resulting in a sound that is both familiar and uniquely his own. With a duration of just over 54 minutes, this album is a compelling exploration of Jevtic's musical vision, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Thème et trois variations: ThèmeIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet, Quintette Vertige, Eric Aubier
Thème et trois variations: Variation I. Allegro molto vivoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet, Quintette Vertige, Eric Aubier
Thème et trois variations: Variation II. ModeratoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet, Quintette Vertige, Eric Aubier
Thème et trois variations: Variation III. VivacissimoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet, Quintette Vertige, Eric Aubier
Que le jour est beau !: I. LuminosoIvan Jevtic, Novi-Sad Chamber Orchestra, Vesna Šouc, Eric Aubier
Que le jour est beau !: II. PrestoIvan Jevtic, Novi-Sad Chamber Orchestra, Vesna Šouc, Eric Aubier
Que le jour est beau !: III. Quasi un recitativoIvan Jevtic, Novi-Sad Chamber Orchestra, Vesna Šouc, Eric Aubier
Que le jour est beau !: IV. AndanteIvan Jevtic, Novi-Sad Chamber Orchestra, Vesna Šouc, Eric Aubier
Que le jour est beau !: V. Allegro moltoIvan Jevtic, Novi-Sad Chamber Orchestra, Vesna Šouc, Eric Aubier
Quintette No. 2: I. ScherzosoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet
Quintette No. 2: II. Con motoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet
Quintette No. 2: III. Pesante e sostenutoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet
Quintette No. 2: IV. Allegro giustoIvan Jevtic, Feeling Brass Quintet
Vers le pays du soleil levant: I. AllegrettoIvan Jevtic, Eric Aubier, Pascal Gallet
Vers le pays du soleil levant: II. Andante sostenutoIvan Jevtic, Eric Aubier, Pascal Gallet
Vers le pays du soleil levant: III. L'istesso tempoIvan Jevtic, Eric Aubier, Pascal Gallet
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