Dive into the avant-garde world of Rudolf Escher with this comprehensive collection of his orchestral, chamber, and choral music. Released on April 1, 2020, under the Brilliant Classics label, this album spans a generous 2 hours and 40 minutes, offering a deep exploration of Escher's diverse and innovative compositions.
The album opens with the three-movement Concerto for String Orchestra, showcasing Escher's mastery of orchestral dynamics and his ability to evoke a range of emotions through strings alone. Following this, the hauntingly beautiful Musique pour l'esprit en deuil and the intricate Le tombeau de Ravel provide a glimpse into Escher's more introspective and reflective side.
Chamber music enthusiasts will delight in the Trio à Cordes and the Trio for Clarinet, Viola and Piano, both of which highlight Escher's skill in writing for smaller ensembles. The former explores themes of transformation and reminiscence, while the latter offers a journey through contrasting moods and textures.
Vocal pieces are also well-represented, with the Songs of Love and Eternity and the Three Poems by W.H. Auden showcasing Escher's talent for setting text to music. These works, along with the solo piano piece Poems, First and Second Series and the choral work Ciel, air et Vents, demonstrate Escher's versatility and his ability to convey deep emotional and poetic resonance.
This album is a testament to Rudolf Escher's enduring legacy as a composer, offering a rich and rewarding listening experience for both longtime fans and newcomers alike. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic sweep of his orchestral works or the intimate beauty of his chamber and vocal pieces, this collection is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Concerto for String Orchestra: I. Canto appassionato, energico alla breveRudolf Escher, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Concerto for String Orchestra: II. Rondo mediterraneo, prestoRudolf Escher, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Concerto for String Orchestra: III. Ciaconna epica, grazioso e con motoRudolf Escher, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Musique pour l'esprit en deuilRudolf Escher, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra, Riccardo Chailly
Le tombeau de Ravel: I. PavaneRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Le tombeau de Ravel: II. AirRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Le tombeau de Ravel: III. ForlaneRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Le tombeau de Ravel: IV. SarabandeRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Le tombeau de Ravel: V. RigaudonRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Le tombeau de Ravel: VI. AirRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Le tombeau de Ravel: VII. HymneRudolf Escher, Jacques Zoon, Bart Schneemann, Glen Wilson, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Trio à Cordes: I. TransformationsRudolf Escher, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Trio à Cordes: II. RéminiscencesRudolf Escher, Ronald Hoogeveen, Dmitri Ferschtman, Zoltan Benyacs
Trio for Clarinet, Viola and Piano: I. Intrada — Allegro risoluto — PassaggioRudolf Escher, Herman de Boer, Frank Van De Laar, Zoltan Benyacs
Trio for Clarinet, Viola and Piano: II. Passacaglia notturna — PassaggioRudolf Escher, Herman de Boer, Frank Van De Laar, Zoltan Benyacs
Trio for Clarinet, Viola and Piano: III. ComodoRudolf Escher, Herman de Boer, Frank Van De Laar, Zoltan Benyacs
Songs of Love and Eternity: I. These Are the Days When Birds Come BackRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Songs of Love and Eternity: II. Wild Nights!Rudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Songs of Love and Eternity: III. Heart, We Will Forget Him!Rudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Songs of Love and Eternity: IV. The Wind Tapped Like a Tired ManRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Songs of Love and Eternity: V. To Make a Prairie It Takes a CloverRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Poems, First and Second Series: Taste a Liquor Never BrewedRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Le vrai visage de la PaixRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Ciel, air et Vents: I. OdeRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Ciel, air et Vents: II. ChansonRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Ciel, air et Vents: III. SonnetRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Three Poems by W.H. Auden: I. If I Could Tell YouRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Three Poems by W.H. Auden: II. A CurseRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
Three Poems by W.H. Auden: III. Warm Are the Still and Lucky MilesRudolf Escher, Netherlands Chamber Choir, Ed Spanjaard
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