Dive into the avant-garde world of Charles Ives with the comprehensive collection "Ives: Complete Sets for Chamber Orchestra." Released on June 9, 2023, under the prestigious Naxos label, this album spans an impressive 39 tracks, clocking in at just over an hour and eight minutes. It's a testament to Ives' innovative spirit and his unique contributions to the chamber orchestra repertoire.
This album is a treasure trove of Ives' creative genius, featuring arrangements by James Sinclair and others. The tracks are divided into sets, each offering a distinct exploration of Ives' musical styles and techniques. From the evocative "The Ruined River" to the introspective "The Last Reader," and the dynamic "Luck and Work," each piece is a journey into the heart of Ives' musical vision.
The album opens with Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra, introducing themes that Ives would explore throughout his career. The second set delves into social commentary with pieces like "Gyp the Blood" or Hearst!? Which is Worst?!" The third set, "At Sea," offers a more contemplative mood, while the fourth set pays homage to literary figures like Robert Browning and Walt Whitman.
The fifth set, "The Other Side of Pioneering, or Side Lights on American Enterprise," provides a historical perspective, while the sixth set, "From the Side Hill," captures the essence of nature. The seventh set, "Water Colors," paints a vivid musical landscape, and the eighth set, "Songs without Voices," brings a lyrical quality to the orchestra.
The final two sets, "3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra," and "Set for Theatre Orchestra," showcase Ives' versatility and his ability to blend different musical elements into a cohesive whole.
Whether you're a long-time fan of Charles Ives or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. It's a celebration of Ives' enduring legacy and a testament to the power of his musical ideas.
Tracks
Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra: I. Scherzo: The See'rCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra: II. A Lecture (Tolerance)Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra: III. The Ruined River (The New River)Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra: IV. Like a Sick EagleCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra: V. Calcium Light NightCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 1 for Chamber Orchestra: VI. Allegretto sombreoso (Incantation)Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 2 for Chamber Orchestra: I. Largo "The Indians"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 2 for Chamber Orchestra: II. "Gyp the Blood" or Hearst!? Which is Worst?!Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 2 for Chamber Orchestra: III. Andante "The Last Reader"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 3 for Chamber Orchestra: I. Adagio sostenuto "At Sea"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 3 for Chamber Orchestra: II. Luck and WorkCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 3 for Chamber Orchestra: III. PremonitionsCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 4 for Chamber Orchestra "Three Poets and Human Nature" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): I. Robert Browning (Paracelsus)Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 4 for Chamber Orchestra "Three Poets and Human Nature" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. Walt WhitmanCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 4 for Chamber Orchestra "Three Poets and Human Nature" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): III. Matthew Arnold (West London)Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 5 for Chamber Orchestra "The Other Side of Pioneering, or Side Lights on American Enterprise" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): I. The New RiverCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 5 for Chamber Orchestra "The Other Side of Pioneering, or Side Lights on American Enterprise" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. The IndiansCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 5 for Chamber Orchestra "The Other Side of Pioneering, or Side Lights on American Enterprise" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by Kenneth Singleton): III. Charlie RutlageCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 5 for Chamber Orchestra "The Other Side of Pioneering, or Side Lights on American Enterprise" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): IV. Ann StreetCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 6 for Chamber Orchestra "From the Side Hill" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by Kenneth Singleton): I. MistsCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 6 for Chamber Orchestra "From the Side Hill" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. The RainbowCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 6 for Chamber Orchestra "From the Side Hill" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by David Gray Porter): III. AfterglowCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 6 for Chamber Orchestra "From the Side Hill" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by Kenneth Singleton): IV. EveningCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 7 for Chamber Orchestra "Water Colors" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): I. At SeaCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 7 for Chamber Orchestra "Water Colors" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. SwimmersCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 7 for Chamber Orchestra "Water Colors" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by Kenneth Singleton): III. The PondCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 7 for Chamber Orchestra "Water Colors" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): IV. Full Fathom FiveCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 8 for Chamber Orchestra "Songs without Voices" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): I. The New RiverCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 8 for Chamber Orchestra "Songs without Voices" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. The IndiansCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 8 for Chamber Orchestra "Songs without Voices" (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): III. Ann StreetCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 9 of 3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): I. Andante con moto "The Last Reader"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 9 of 3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. Scherzo "The See'r"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 9 of 3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): III. Largo to Presto "The Unanswered Question"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 10 of 3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): I. Largo molto "Like a Sick EagleCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 10 of 3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): II. Allegro - Andante "Luck and Work"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set No. 10 of 3 Pieces for Chamber Orchestra (Arr. for Chamber Orchestra by James Sinclair): III. Adagio "The Indians"Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set for Theatre Orchestra: I. In the CageCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set for Theatre Orchestra: II. In the Inn (Potpourri)Charles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
Set for Theatre Orchestra: III. In the NightCharles Ives, Orchestra New England, James Sinclair
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