Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Leoš Janáček's "Music For Wind Ensemble," a remarkable collection of chamber music that showcases the composer's unique voice and innovative spirit. Released on September 1, 1995, under the Chandos label, this album spans a diverse range of compositions, each offering a distinct emotional and musical journey.
The album opens with "Mládí" (Youth), a four-movement suite that reflects Janáček's early musical influences and his evolving style. Following this, the "Concertino" for wind instruments presents a delightful interplay of melodies and rhythms, highlighting the ensemble's versatility. The "Capriccio," another four-movement work, further demonstrates Janáček's mastery of form and expression.
A standout piece on this album is "Pochod Modráčků" (March of the Blue Boys), a lively and spirited march that captures the essence of youthful exuberance. The album also features "Řikadla" (Nursery Rhymes), a delightful set of 19 short pieces based on Czech children's rhymes. These charming compositions, arranged for chamber choir and chamber ensemble, offer a playful and whimsical contrast to the more serious works on the album.
Throughout the album, Janáček's distinctive musical language shines, blending Czech folk influences with modernist techniques. The performances by the wind ensemble are impeccable, bringing out the rich textures and subtle nuances of Janáček's scores. With a total duration of 1 hour and 13 minutes, this album is a testament to Janáček's enduring legacy and his significant contributions to the chamber music repertoire. Whether you are a longtime fan of Janáček or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
Tracks
Mládí, JW 7/10: I. AllegroLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Marieke Schneemann, Bart Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm
Mládí, JW 7/10: II. Andante sostenutoLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Marieke Schneemann, Bart Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm
Mládí, JW 7/10: III. VivaceLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Marieke Schneemann, Bart Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm
Mládí, JW 7/10: IV. Allegro animatoLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Marieke Schneemann, Bart Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm
Concertino, JW 7/11: I. ModeratoLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Harmen De Boer, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm, Ronald Hoogeveen, Ramy Koch, Richard Wolfe
Concertino, JW 7/11: II. Più mossoLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Harmen De Boer, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm, Ronald Hoogeveen, Ramy Koch, Richard Wolfe
Concertino, JW 7/11: III. Con motoLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Harmen De Boer, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm, Ronald Hoogeveen, Ramy Koch, Richard Wolfe
Concertino, JW 7/11: IV. AllegroLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Harmen De Boer, Ronald Karten, Paul van Zelm, Ronald Hoogeveen, Ramy Koch, Richard Wolfe
Capriccio, JW 7/12: I. AllegroLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, André Heuvelman, Hans van Loenen, Arthur Moore, Pete Saunders, Ben van Dijk
Capriccio, JW 7/12: II. AdagioLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, André Heuvelman, Hans van Loenen, Arthur Moore, Pete Saunders, Ben van Dijk
Capriccio, JW 7/12: III. AllegrettoLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, André Heuvelman, Hans van Loenen, Arthur Moore, Pete Saunders, Ben van Dijk
Capriccio, JW 7/12: IV. AndanteLeoš Janáček, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, André Heuvelman, Hans van Loenen, Arthur Moore, Pete Saunders, Ben van Dijk
Pochod Modráčků (March of the Blue Boys), JW 7/9Leoš Janáček, Marieke Schneemann, Boris Berman
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: I. Úvod (Introduction) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: II. Řípa se vdávala (Beetroot was getting married) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: III. Není lepší jakoz jara (There is no time like the Springtime) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: IV. Lez krtek (Mole comes crawling) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: V. Karel do pekla zajel (Charlie rode off to hell) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: VI. Roztrhané kalhoty (Torn trouser legs) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: VII. Franta rasů, hrál na basu (Frankie the knacker's lad played the bass) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: VIII. Náš pes, náš pes (Our dog) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: IX. Dělám, dělám kázání (I give you a sermon) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: X. Stará baba carovala (The old witch was casting a spell) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XI. Hó, hó, krávy dó (Ho, ho the cows all go) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XII. Moje žena malumčičká (My wee little wife) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XIII. Bábe leze do bezu (The old woman has crawled into the elder tree) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XIV. Koza bílá hrušky sbírá (White goat gathers pears) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XV. Němec brouk, hrnce tlouk (Gerry beetle smashed the pots) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XVI. Koza leží ne seně (Goat's lying in the hay) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XVII. Vašek, pašek, bubeník (Wenceslas, the smart drummer-boy) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XVIII. Frantíku, Frantíku (Frankie boy) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
Řikadla (Nursery Rhymes), JW 5/17: XIX. Seděl medvid'na kolodi (Bear sat on a log) (1926 Version for Chamber Choir and Chamber Ensemble)Leoš Janáček, Academie Muzickych Umeni Praha, Thierry Fischer, Boris Berman, Marieke Schneemann, Harmen De Boer, Romke Jan Wymenga, Ronald Karten, Marieke Stordiau
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