Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kaija Saariaho's "L'Aile du songe & Poems by Saint-John Perse," a captivating exploration of contemporary and experimental music. This 2002 release from naïve classique is a testament to Saariaho's mastery of ethereal orchestral textures and her unique ability to blend the poetic with the musical.
The album features the Finnish composer's flute concerto, "L'Aile du songe" (Wing of Dream), performed by the talented Camilla Hoitenga with the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra under the direction of Jukka-Pekka Saraste. The concerto is a rich, multi-faceted work that delves into the intricate beauty of Saint-John Perse's poems from the collection "Oiseaux" (Birds). The pieces are performed in both French and English, offering a bilingual journey through Saariaho's interpretation of Perse's verses.
The concerto is divided into five movements, each offering a distinct sonic landscape. From the airy "Aérienne prélude" to the grounded "Terrestre l'oiseau dansant," Saariaho's composition takes you on a journey through the skies and back to earth, exploring the essence of birds and their flight. The album also includes individual tracks from the "Oiseaux" collection, each a miniature masterpiece that showcases Saariaho's ability to capture the essence of Perse's poetry in sound.
With a duration of just over an hour, this album is a perfect introduction to Saariaho's work for those new to her music, and a delightful addition to the collection of those already familiar with her compositions. Whether you're a fan of contemporary classical music or simply looking to expand your musical horizons, "L'Aile du songe & Poems by Saint-John Perse" is an album that promises to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Laconisme de l'aile, for FluteKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga
Oiseaux: No. 1, L'oiseau, de tous nos consanguins - French VersionKaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 2, Les vieux naturalistes français - French VersionKaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 4, De ceux qui fréquentent l'altitude - French VersionKaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 9, D'une parcelle à l'autre du temps partiel - French VersionKaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 10, Gratitude du vol ! - French VersionKaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 13, Oiseaux, lances levées - French VersionKaija Saariaho, Amin Maalouf, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Concerto for Flute and Orchestra "L'Aile du songe": I. Aérienne préludeKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Concerto for Flute and Orchestra "L'Aile du songe": II. Aérienne jardin des oiseauxKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Concerto for Flute and Orchestra "L'Aile du songe": III. Aérienne d'autres rivesKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Concerto for Flute and Orchestra "L'Aile du songe": IV. Terrestre l'oiseau dansantKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Concerto for Flute and Orchestra "L'Aile du songe": V. Terrestre oiseau, un satellite infime de notre orbite planétaireKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 1, The Bird, Most Ardent for Life - English VersionKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 2, The Old French Naturalists - English VersionKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 4, Of Those Who Haunt the Higher Air - English VersionKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 9, From One Part of Ever Partial Time To Another - English VersionKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 10, Gratitude of Flight! - English VersionKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
Oiseaux: No. 13, Birds, Lances Lifted - English VersionKaija Saariaho, Camilla Hoitenga, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Jukka-Pekka Saraste
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