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Alban Berg - Berg: Violin Concerto, Three Pieces for Orchestra (LP)

Alban Berg

2022
7 tracks
1 uur, 6 min
opera

Berg: Violin Concerto, Three Pieces for Orchestra

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Product Description

Immerse yourself in the rich, expressive world of Alban Berg with this captivating album, released on September 30, 2022, by Chandos. This collection showcases Berg's masterful compositions, expertly orchestrated by Sir Andrew Davis, offering a profound exploration of the composer's unique voice in the operatic genre.

The album opens with Berg's Piano Sonata, Op. 1, a piece that reveals the composer's early genius, followed by the hauntingly beautiful Passacaglia. The Three Orchestral Pieces, Op. 6, provide a dynamic journey through Berg's evolving style, from the contemplative Präludium to the lively Reigen and the powerful Marsch. The centerpiece of the album is Berg's Violin Concerto, a deeply moving work that exemplifies his ability to blend emotional depth with structural innovation.

Spanning just over an hour, this album is a testament to Berg's enduring influence and the timeless beauty of his music. Whether you're a longtime fan of Berg's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album offers a compelling introduction to the genius of one of the 20th century's most important composers.

Tracks

Piano Sonata, Op. 1 (Orchestrated by Sir Andrew Davis): Piano Sonata, Op. 1 (Orchestrated by Sir Andrew Davis)Alban Berg, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
12:04
Passacaglia (Orchestrated by Sir Andrew Davis): Passacaglia (Orchestrated by Sir Andrew Davis)Alban Berg, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
4:24
Three Orchestral Pieces, Op. 6: I. PräludiumAlban Berg, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
4:39
Three Orchestral Pieces, Op. 6: II. ReigenAlban Berg, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
6:05
Three Orchestral Pieces, Op. 6: III. MarschAlban Berg, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
10:19
Violin Concerto: I. AndanteAlban Berg, James Ehnes, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
11:57
Violin Concerto: II. AllegroAlban Berg, James Ehnes, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Andrew Davis
16:32

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Berg: Violin Concerto, Three Pieces for Orchestra
Artist: Alban Berg
Album release date: 30 september 2022
Label: Chandos
Available: No

Product information

Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 6 min
Tracks: 7 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Genre: Opera
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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