Immerse yourself in the avant-garde world of Anton Webern with "Webern: Orchestral Works," a captivating collection of his most influential compositions. Released in 1998 by Decca Music Group Ltd., this album showcases Webern's unique contributions to chamber music and avant-garde genres, spanning a concise yet impactful 1 hour and 7 minutes.
The album features a range of works, including the intricate "Passacaglia, Op. 1," the evocative "Six Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6" in its revised version, and the profound "Symphony, Op. 21." Each piece is a testament to Webern's lyrical concision and radical approach to composition. The Cleveland Orchestra, under the baton of Christoph von Dohnányi, brings these works to life with precision and passion.
Highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Sehr langsam und äußerst ruhig" from "5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10" and the complex "Variations for Orchestra, Op. 30." The album also includes a transcendent rendition of Bach's "Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Fuga (Ricercata) a 6 voci," expertly transcribed by Webern himself.
Webern's music is known for its timbral progressions and intricate musical logic, making this album a fascinating exploration of his innovative techniques. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious newcomer, "Webern: Orchestral Works" offers a profound and rewarding listening experience.
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Passacaglia, Op. 1Anton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Six pieces for orchestra, Op. 6 - Revised version: 1. Etwas bewegtAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Six pieces for orchestra, Op. 6 - Revised version: 2. BewegtAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Six pieces for orchestra, Op. 6 - Revised version: 3. Zart bewegtAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Six pieces for orchestra, Op. 6 - Revised version: 4. LangsamAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Six pieces for orchestra, Op. 6 - Revised version: 5. Sehr langsamAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Six pieces for orchestra, Op. 6 - Revised version: 6. Zart bewegtAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Symphony, Op. 21: 1. Ruhig schreitendAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Symphony, Op. 21: 2. VariationenAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: 1. Sehr ruhig und zartAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: 2. Lebhaft und zart bewegtAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: 3. Sehr langsam und äußerst ruhigAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: 4. Fließend äußerst zartAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: 5. Sehr fließendAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 30Anton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Musical Offering, BWV 1079: Fuga (Ricercata) a 6 voci (Transc. Webern)Johann Sebastian Bach, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
Im SommerwindAnton Webern, The Cleveland Orchestra, Christoph von Dohnányi
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