Immerse yourself in the exquisite artistry of Sabine Meyer, a renowned clarinetist, as she presents a captivating collection of classical works on "Künstlerportrait." Released on January 1, 1990, under the EMI label, this album spans a diverse repertoire, showcasing Meyer's virtuosity and versatility.
The album opens with Weber's enchanting "Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 73," followed by the delicate "Concertino for Clarinet in E-Flat Major, Op. 26." Meyer's collaboration with the Staatskapelle Dresden, conducted by Blomstedt, brings a rich, resonant quality to these pieces.
The album also features the Trio di Clarone, with Wolfgang Meyer, in a delightful rendition of Mozart's "Serenade for 3 Clarinets in F Major on Themes from 'Le nozze di Figaro'," and arrangements from "Don Giovanni." These performances are marked by their lyrical beauty and precise ensemble playing.
Stravinsky's "3 Pieces for Solo Clarinet" offer a stark contrast, highlighting Meyer's technical prowess and expressive depth. The album continues with Poulenc's "Sonata for Two Clarinets," featuring Tabea Zimmermann, a piece that is both playful and profound.
Mendelssohn's "Concert Piece No. 1 and No. 2," Rossini's "Introduction, Theme and Variations for Clarinet," and Schumann's "Märchenerzählungen" round out the collection, each piece performed with impeccable skill and musicality.
"Künstlerportrait" is a testament to Sabine Meyer's exceptional talent and her ability to bring out the nuances and emotions of each composition. With a duration of 1 hour and 14 minutes, this album is a treasure trove for classical music enthusiasts, offering a rich and varied listening experience.
Tracks
Weber: Clarinet Concerto No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 73, J. 114: II. Adagio ma non troppoCarl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Staatskapelle Dresden, Herbert Blomstedt
Weber: Concertino for Clarinet in E-Flat Major, Op. 26: II. AndanteCarl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Staatskapelle Dresden, Herbert Blomstedt
Klarinettenkonzerte Nr.1op.73 & Nr.2 op.74 · Concertino op.26, Konzert für Klarinette und Orchester Nr.2 Es-dur op.74: I. AllegroCarl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Staatskapelle Dresden, Herbert Blomstedt
Mozart: Serenade for 3 Clarinets in F Major on Themes from "Le nozze di Figaro", K. 577: I. Rondo "Al desio, di chi t'adora" (Larghetto - Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Trio Di Clarone, Wolfgang Meyer, Reiner Wehle, Sabine Meyer
Mozart: Serenade for 3 Clarinets in F Major on Themes from "Le nozze di Figaro", K. 577: II. Arietta "Voi che sapete" (Andante)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Trio Di Clarone, Wolfgang Meyer, Reiner Wehle, Sabine Meyer
Mozart: Serenade for 3 Clarinets in F Major on Themes from "Le nozze di Figaro", K. 577: III. Aria "Non piu andrai, farfallone amoroso" (Allegro)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Trio Di Clarone, Wolfgang Meyer, Reiner Wehle, Sabine Meyer
Mozart: Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act 1 Scene 3: No. 7, Duettino "Là ci darem la mano" (Arr. for 3 Basset Horns)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Trio Di Clarone, Wolfgang Meyer, Reiner Wehle, Sabine Meyer
Mozart: Don Giovanni, K. 527, Act 2 Scene 1: No. 18, Aria "Vedrai carino" (Arr. for 3 Basset Horns)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Trio Di Clarone, Wolfgang Meyer, Reiner Wehle, Sabine Meyer
Stravinsky: 3 Pieces for Solo Clarinet: No. 1, Sempre e molto tranquilloIgor Stravinsky, Sabine Meyer
Stravinsky: 3 Pieces for Solo Clarinet: No. 2Igor Stravinsky, Sabine Meyer
Stravinsky: 3 Pieces for Solo Clarinet: No. 3Igor Stravinsky, Sabine Meyer
Poulenc: Sonata for Two Clarinets, FP 7: I. PrestoFrancis Poulenc, Wolfgang Meyer
Poulenc: Sonata for Two Clarinets, FP 7: II. AndanteFrancis Poulenc, Wolfgang Meyer
Poulenc: Sonata for Two Clarinets, FP 7: III. VifFrancis Poulenc, Wolfgang Meyer
Mendelssohn: Concert Piece No. 1 in F Major, Op. 113, MWV Q23Felix Mendelssohn, Sabine Meyer, Wolfgang Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mendelssohn: Concert Piece No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 114, MWV Q24Felix Mendelssohn, Sabine Meyer, Wolfgang Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Rossini: Introduction, Theme and Variations for Clarinet in B-Flat MajorGioachino Rossini, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Schumann: Märchenerzählungen, Op. 132: I. Lebhaft, nicht zu schnellRobert Schumann, Sabine Meyer, Tabea Zimmermann, Hartmut Höll
Schumann: Märchenerzählungen, Op. 132: II. Lebhaft und sehr markiertRobert Schumann, Sabine Meyer, Tabea Zimmermann, Hartmut Höll
Schumann: Märchenerzählungen, Op. 132: III. Ruhiges Tempo, mit zartem AusdruckRobert Schumann, Sabine Meyer, Tabea Zimmermann, Hartmut Höll
Schumann: Märchenerzählungen, Op. 132: IV. Lebhaft, sehr markiertRobert Schumann, Sabine Meyer, Tabea Zimmermann, Hartmut Höll
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