Dive into the intricate and captivating world of Bernd Alois Zimmermann with this compelling 2005 release. This album showcases Zimmermann's mastery of composition, blending classical elegance with innovative techniques. Spanning a diverse range of genres, this collection features works that highlight Zimmermann's unique voice and his significant contributions to the classical music landscape.
The album opens with "Un petit rien," a suite that weaves together various moods and styles, from the whimsical "Petite valse lunaire" to the playful "Boogie-Woogie au clair de lune." This is followed by "Das Gelb und das Grün," a suite that explores a variety of musical textures and forms, including a burlesque and a march. The highly serialized cantata "Omnia tempus habent" is a testament to Zimmermann's late-period style, showcasing his complex and intricate compositional techniques. The album concludes with "Metamorphose," a six-movement work that ranges from the reflective "Kanon (Largo)" to the lively "Gigue (Burleske)."
Recorded and released by Wergo, this album is a testament to Zimmermann's enduring legacy. With a duration of 51 minutes, it offers a rich and rewarding listening experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of Zimmermann's work or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Un petit rien: I. Ouverture des belles de la nuitBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Un petit rien: II. Métamorphose lunaire IBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Un petit rien: III. Pas trop militaireBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Un petit rien: IV. Petite valse lunaireBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Un petit rien: V. Berceuse des petits oiseaux qui ne peuvent pas s’endormirBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Un petit rien: VI. Métamorphose lunaire IIBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Un petit rien: VII. Boogie-Woogie au clair de luneBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Das Gelb und das Grün: I. PrologBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Das Gelb und das Grün: II. BurleskeBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Das Gelb und das Grün: III. Kleiner WalzerBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Das Gelb und das Grün: IV. PhantasmagorieBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Das Gelb und das Grün: V. MarschBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Das Gelb und das Grün: VI. EpilogBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Omnia tempus habentBernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Angelika Luz, Peter Hirsch
Metamorphose: I. Introduktion (Vision)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Metamorphose: II. Invention (Reflexe)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Metamorphose: III. Romanza (Kontakt)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Metamorphose: IV. Kanon (Largo)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Metamorphose: V. Habanera (Paso)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
Metamorphose: VI. Gigue (Burleske)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, Collegium Novum Zürich, Peter Hirsch
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