Pascal Dusapin's "Penthesilea" is a captivating exploration of avant-garde and chamber music, released on September 13, 2019, under the Cypres label. This ambitious work is a single, continuous composition divided into 13 distinct scenes, each offering a unique sonic journey. Clocking in at nearly 1 hour and 30 minutes, the album is a testament to Dusapin's intricate compositional prowess and his ability to push the boundaries of contemporary classical music.
Dusapin, known for his innovative approach to music, draws inspiration from the ancient Greek myth of Penthesilea, the queen of the Amazons, to create a rich and textured soundscape. The album's structure, with its prologue and epilogue framing the ten scenes, invites the audience into a dramatic narrative that is as much about the music as it is about the mythological tale. Each scene is a carefully crafted vignette, building upon the previous one to form a cohesive and immersive listening experience.
"Penthesilea" is not just an album; it's a journey through the depths of human emotion and the complexities of myth. Dusapin's masterful use of chamber music elements and avant-garde techniques creates a sound that is both intimate and expansive, drawing the listener into a world of rich harmonies, intricate rhythms, and evocative melodies. Whether you're a seasoned fan of contemporary classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, "Penthesilea" offers a compelling and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Penthesilea: ProloguePascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Frank Ollu, Marisol Montalvo, Franck Ollu
Penthesilea: Scene 1Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Georg Nigl, Werner Van Mechelen, Wiard Witholt
Penthesilea: Scene 2Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Natascha Petrinsky, Marisol Montalvo, Yaroslava Kozina
Penthesilea: Scene 3Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Eve-Maud Hubeaux, Marta Beretta
Penthesilea: Scene 4Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Eve-Maud Hubeaux, Natascha Petrinsky, Marisol Montalvo
Penthesilea: Scene 5Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Georg Nigl, Marta Beretta
Penthesilea: Scene 6Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Georg Nigl, Marisol Montalvo, Natascha Petrinsky
Penthesilea: Scene 7Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Georg Nigl, Natascha Petrinsky, Werner Van Mechelen
Penthesilea: Scene 8Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Natascha Petrinsky, Eve-Maud Hubeaux, Marisol Montalvo, Marta Beretta
Penthesilea: Scene 9Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Marisol Montalvo, Natascha Petrinsky, Wiard Witholt
Penthesilea: Scene 10Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Georg Nigl, Werner Van Mechelen
Penthesilea: Scene 11Pascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie, Eve-Maud Hubeaux, Marisol Montalvo, Natascha Petrinsky
Penthesilea: EpiloguePascal Dusapin, Beate Hackl, d'après Heinrich von Kleist, Orchestre Symphonique De La Monnaie, Franck Ollu, Choeurs de la Monnaie
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