Dive into the enchanting world of Paul Ben-Haim's "Music for Strings," a captivating album released on July 1, 2022, under the Cavi-Music label. This exquisite collection spans a full hour of immersive listening, showcasing Ben-Haim's mastery of orchestral composition.
The album opens with the four-movement "Concerto for Strings, Op. 40," a dynamic exploration of strings that takes you from the contemplative "Preambolo" to the lively "Finale." Following this, the "Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B" offers a delightful interplay of themes and variations, highlighting the delicate balance between the clarinet, harp, and strings.
Ben-Haim's "3 Songs without Words, for Voice or Instrument and 12 Strings" adds a vocal dimension to the album, with each song—"Arioso," "Ballad," and "Sephardic Melody"—offering a unique narrative. The album concludes with the five-movement "Music for Strings," a journey through "Melody," "Canon," "Serenade," "Aria," and "Finale," each piece a testament to Ben-Haim's rich musical language.
Whether you're a longtime fan of classical music or a newcomer looking to explore the genre, Paul Ben-Haim's "Music for Strings" promises a rewarding and enriching experience.
Tracks
Concerto for Strings, Op. 40: I. PreamboloPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Concerto for Strings, Op. 40: II. CapriccioPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Concerto for Strings, Op. 40: III. Intermezzo LiricoPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Concerto for Strings, Op. 40: IV. FinalePaul Ben-Haim, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Gabriel Adorján
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: ThemePaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bettina Aust, Christine Steinbrecher, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: Var. IPaul Ben-Haim, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Gabriel Adorján, Christine Steinbrecher, Bettina Aust
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: Var. IIPaul Ben-Haim, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Gabriel Adorján, Bettina Aust, Christine Steinbrecher
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: Var. IIIPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Christine Steinbrecher, Bettina Aust, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: Var. IVPaul Ben-Haim, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Gabriel Adorján, Bettina Aust, Christine Steinbrecher
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: Var. VPaul Ben-Haim, Bettina Aust, Christine Steinbrecher, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Gabriel Adorján
Pastorale Variée, for Clarinet, Harp and String Orchestra, Op. 31B: Var. VI (Epilogue)Paul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Christine Steinbrecher, Bettina Aust, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
3 Songs without Words, for Voice or Instrument and 12 Strings: No. 1, AriosoPaul Ben-Haim, Talia Or, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
3 Songs without Words, for Voice or Instrument and 12 Strings: No. 2, BalladPaul Ben-Haim, Talia Or, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
3 Songs without Words, for Voice or Instrument and 12 Strings: No. 3, Sephardic MelodyPaul Ben-Haim, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Talia Or, Gabriel Adorján
Music for Strings: I. MelodyPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Music for Strings: II. CanonPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Music for Strings: III. SerenadePaul Ben-Haim, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie, Gabriel Adorján
Music for Strings: IV. AriaPaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
Music for Strings: V. FinalePaul Ben-Haim, Gabriel Adorján, Bayerische Kammerphilharmonie
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