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symphonic dances: romantic music for two pianos - dorothy jonas

Dorothy Jonas - Symphonic Dances: Romantic Music for Two Pianos (LP)

Dorothy Jonas

2008
13 tracks
1 uur, 14 min
avant-garde

Symphonic Dances: Romantic Music for Two Pianos

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Dive into the captivating world of "Symphonic Dances: Romantic Music for Two Pianos" by Dorothy Jonas, a mesmerizing collection of 13 tracks that blend avant-garde and minimalism genres. Released in 2008 under MSR Classics, this album showcases the electrifying chemistry between Dorothy Jonas and her duo partner Joshua Pierce, as they masterfully interpret a range of compositions for two pianos.

The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, featuring a diverse repertoire that includes works by renowned composers such as Camille Saint-Saëns, Sergei Rachmaninoff, and Frédéric Chopin. From the hauntingly beautiful "Danse Macabre" to the lively "Jamaican Rhumba," each track offers a unique listening experience that highlights the duo's exceptional skill and versatility.

Recorded between 1979 and 1988, the tracks on this album constitute a remarkable two-piano concert, with no weak links in the group. The nearly half-hour-long "Symphonic Dances" by Rachmaninoff is a standout piece, showcasing the duo's ability to bring out the rich harmonies and intricate rhythms of this complex work.

Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, "Symphonic Dances: Romantic Music for Two Pianos" is sure to captivate and inspire. So sit back, relax, and let Dorothy Jonas and Joshua Pierce take you on a journey through the romantic and avant-garde worlds of two-piano music.

Tracks

Danse Macabre - Poeme Symphonique, Op.40: Danse Macabre - Poeme Symphonique, Op. 40Camille Saint-Saëns, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
6:25
Symphonic Dances, Op.45: I. Non allegroSergei Rachmaninoff, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
9:46
Symphonic Dances, Op.45: II. Andante con moto (Tempo di valse)Sergei Rachmaninoff, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
7:33
Symphonic Dances, Op.45: III. Lento assai - Allegro vivaceSergei Rachmaninoff, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
10:10
Polka Italienne: Polka ItalienneSergei Rachmaninoff, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
1:35
Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op.2, No.3: Prelude in C-sharp minor, Op.2, No.3Sergei Rachmaninoff, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
3:16
Russian Rhapsody: Russian RhapsodySergei Rachmaninoff, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
6:55
Mazurka Elegaica Op.23, No.2: Mazurka Elegaica Op.23, No.2Benjamin Britten, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
5:20
Introduction and Rondo alla Burlesca Op.23, No.1: Introduction and Rondo alla Burlesca No. 1, Op. 23Benjamin Britten, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
6:52
The Poisoned Fountain: The Poisoned FountainArnold Bax, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
4:00
Nocturnes: FêtesClaude Debussy, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
5:20
Jamaican Rhumba: Jamaican RhumbaArthur Benjamin, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
1:37
Variations on a Theme by Paganini: Variations on a Theme by PaganiniWitold Lutosławski, Joshua Pierce, Dorothy Jonas
5:16

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Details

Album: Symphonic Dances: Romantic Music for Two Pianos
Artist: Dorothy Jonas
Album release date: 1 januari 2008
Label: MSR Classics
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 14 min
Tracks: 13 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Avant-garde
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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