Discover the enchanting world of Eduard Tubin's ballet suite "Kratt" and other captivating works, masterfully conducted by Paavo Järvi. Released on June 23, 2023, under the Alpha Classics label, this album offers a rich, hour-long journey through the realms of classical orchestral music. The suite, divided into three parts, weaves a tapestry of peasant dances, goblin mischief, and celestial phenomena, showcasing Tubin's unique compositional voice. Alongside the ballet suite, Järvi and the orchestra delve into Tubin's Concerto for String Orchestra and Music for Strings, revealing the composer's depth and versatility. The album concludes with the profound "Musique funèbre pour orchestre à cordes," a four-movement work that explores themes of life, metamorphosis, and transcendence. This collection is a testament to Tubin's enduring legacy and Järvi's exceptional conducting prowess, making it a compelling addition to any classical music enthusiast's collection.
Tracks
Suite from the Ballet Kratt: I. Introduction - Peasant Dance - Dance of the GoblinEduard Tubin, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Suite from the Ballet Kratt: Suite from the Ballet Kratt: II. Long Dance - Peasant Waltz - Buck DanceEduard Tubin, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Suite from the Ballet Kratt: III. Interlude - Dance of the Exorcists - The Goat - The Cock - Dance of the Northern LightsEduard Tubin, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Concerto for String Orchestra: I. AllegroGrażyna Bacewicz, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Concerto for String Orchestra: II. AndanteGrażyna Bacewicz, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Concerto for String Orchestra: III. VivoGrażyna Bacewicz, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Music for Strings: I. ModeratoEduard Tubin, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Music for Strings: II. AllegroEduard Tubin, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Music for Strings: III. AdagioEduard Tubin, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Musique funèbre pour orchestre à cordes: I. PrologueWitold Lutosławski, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Musique funèbre pour orchestre à cordes: II. MetamorphosisWitold Lutosławski, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Musique funèbre pour orchestre à cordes: III. ApogeumWitold Lutosławski, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
Musique funèbre pour orchestre à cordes: IV. EpilogueWitold Lutosławski, Paavo Järvi, Estonian Festival Orchestra, Florian Donderer
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