Dive into the world of Arnold Schoenberg with this captivating 1994 release from Nar Classical. This album presents two of Schoenberg's most significant orchestral works, offering a profound exploration of his early compositional style.
The album opens with "Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5," a symphonic poem inspired by Maurice Maeterlinck's play. This piece, composed in 1902-1903, showcases Schoenberg's lush, late Romantic orchestration and his innovative approach to harmony. The work is divided into eleven sections, each marked with specific tempo indications, guiding the listener through a dramatic and evocative narrative.
The second half of the album features "Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31." Completed in 1928, this piece is a testament to Schoenberg's mastery of form and his pioneering use of atonality. The work consists of twelve variations based on a simple, folk-like theme, demonstrating Schoenberg's ability to create complex and engaging music from modest beginnings.
Performed by the Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutscher Rundfunk under the baton of Bruno Maderna, this recording captures the full power and subtlety of Schoenberg's orchestral writing. With a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, this album is an essential addition to any classical music collection, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: I. AnfangArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: II. HeftigArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: III. LebhaftArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: IV. Sehr raschArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: V. Ein wenig bewegfArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: VI. LangsamArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: VII. Ein wenig bewegterArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: VIII. Sehr langsamArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: IX. Etwas bewegtArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: X. In gehender BewegungArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Pelleas und Melisande, Op. 5, IAS 22: XI. BreitArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk, Bruno Maderna, Sinfonie Orchester des Südwestfunk Baden-Baden
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: I. Introdukion: Mäßig, ruhigArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: II. Thema: Molto moderatoArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: III. Variation I: ModeratoArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: IV. Variation II: LangsamArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: V. Variation III: MäßigArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: VI. Variation IV: WalzertempoArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: VII. Variation V: BewegtArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: VIII. Variation VI: AndanteArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: IX. Variation VII: LangsamArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: X. Variation VIII: Sehr raschArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: XI. Variation IX: L'istesso tempo, aber etwas langsamerArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
Variations For Orchestra, Op. 31, IAS 45: XII. Finale: Mäßig schnelArnold Schoenberg, Sinfonie Orchester des Westdeutsche Rundfunk, Bruno Maderna
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