Immerse yourself in the pioneering world of Anton Webern with "Anton Webern: The Complete Works, Vol. 1," a meticulously crafted collection released on January 1, 1978, under Sony Classical. This album is a testament to Webern's groundbreaking contributions to avant-garde and chamber music, showcasing his innovative compositions that have left an indelible mark on 20th-century classical music.
Spanning a rich 85 minutes, this volume is the first in a series that encapsulates Webern's extensive oeuvre. It features a diverse array of works, including orchestral pieces, symphonies, concertos, and vocal compositions. Notable tracks such as "Passacaglia for Large Orchestra, Op. 1" and "Symphony, Op. 21" highlight Webern's mastery of form and structure, while his vocal works, like "2 Lieder after Poems by Rainer Maria Rilke, Op. 8" and "6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14," demonstrate his deep sensitivity to text and emotion.
Webern's music is characterized by its precision, clarity, and intricate use of tone rows, a technique central to the Second Viennese School, of which he was a key member. This album offers a comprehensive journey through his early and middle periods, revealing the evolution of his style and his relentless pursuit of musical innovation.
Whether you are a seasoned aficionado of classical music or a curious explorer of avant-garde sounds, "Anton Webern: The Complete Works, Vol. 1" provides a profound and enriching listening experience. Dive into the intricate and captivating world of Anton Webern, and discover the timeless beauty of his compositions.
Tracks
Passacaglia for Large Orchestra, Op. 1Anton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
Entflieht auf leichten Kähnen, Op. 2Anton Webern, Pierre Boulez, John Alldis Choir
6 Pieces for Large Orchestra, Op. 6: I. Etwas bewegte AchtelAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
6 Pieces for Large Orchestra, Op. 6: II. BewegtAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
6 Pieces for Large Orchestra, Op. 6: III. Zart bewegtAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
6 Pieces for Large Orchestra, Op. 6: IV. LangsamAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
6 Pieces for Large Orchestra, Op. 6: V. Sehr langsamAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
6 Pieces for Large Orchestra, Op. 6: VI. Zart bewegtAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
2 Lieder after Poems by Rainer Maria Rilke, Op. 8: I. Du, der ichs nicht sageAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
2 Lieder after Poems by Rainer Maria Rilke, Op. 8: II. Du machst mich alleinAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: I. Sehr ruhig und zartAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: II. Lebhaft und zart bewegtAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: III. Sehr langsam und äußerst zartAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: IV. Fließend, äußerst zartAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
5 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 10: V. Sehr fließendAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
4 Lieder für Sopran und Kammerorchester, Op.13: I. Wiese im ParkAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
4 Lieder für Sopran und Kammerorchester, Op.13: II. Die EinsameAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
4 Lieder für Sopran und Kammerorchester, Op.13: III. In der FremdeAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
4 Lieder für Sopran und Kammerorchester, Op.13: IV. Ein WinterabendAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14: I. Die SonneAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14: II. Abendland IAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14: III. Abendland IIAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14: IV. Abendland IIIAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14: V. NachtsAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
6 Lieder nach Gedichten von Georg Trakl, Op. 14: VI. Gesang einer gefangenen AmselAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Heather Harper
5 Geistliche Lieder, Op. 15: I. Das Kreuz, das musst' er tragenAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Geistliche Lieder, Op. 15: II. MorgenliedAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Geistliche Lieder, Op. 15: III. In Gottes Namen aufstehnAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Geistliche Lieder, Op. 15: IV. Mein Weg geht jetzt vorüberAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Geistliche Lieder, Op. 15: V. Fahr hin, o Seel, zu deinem GottAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Canons on Latin Texts, Op. 16: I. Christus factus estAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Canons on Latin Texts, Op. 16: II. Dormi JesuAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Canons on Latin Texts, Op. 16: III. Crux fidelisAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Canons on Latin Texts, Op. 16: IV. Asperges meAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
5 Canons on Latin Texts, Op. 16: V. Crucem tuam adoramusAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
3 Volkstexte, Op. 17: I. Armer Sünder, duAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
3 Volkstexte, Op. 17: II. Liebste Jungfrau, wir sind deinAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
3 Volkstexte, Op. 17: III. Heiland, unsre MissetatenAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska
3 Lieder für Sopran, Klarinette und Gitarre, Op.18: I. Schatzerl kleinAnton Webern, John C. Williams, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska, Colin Bradley
3 Lieder für Sopran, Klarinette und Gitarre, Op.18: II. ErlösungAnton Webern, John C. Williams, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska, Colin Bradley
3 Lieder für Sopran, Klarinette und Gitarre, Op.18: III. Ave regina coelorumAnton Webern, John C. Williams, Pierre Boulez, Halina Lukomska, Colin Bradley
2 Lieder, Op. 19: I. Weiß wie Lilien, reine KerzenAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, John Alldis Choir, London Symphony Orchestra
2 Lieder, Op. 19: II. Ziehn die Schafe von der WieseAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, John Alldis Choir, London Symphony Orchestra
Symphony, Op. 21: I. Ruhig schreitendAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
Symphony, Op. 21: II. VariationenAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
Quartet, Op. 22: I. Sehr mäßigAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Charles Rosen, Daniel Majeske, Abraham Weinstein, Robert Marcellus
Quartet, Op. 22: II. Sehr schwungvollAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, Charles Rosen, Daniel Majeske, Abraham Weinstein, Robert Marcellus
Concerto, Op. 24: I. Etwas lebhaftAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
Concerto, Op. 24: II. Sehr langsamAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
Concerto, Op. 24: III. Sehr raschAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez, London Symphony Orchestra
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