Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Maurice Ravel with "Pierre Boulez Conducts Ravel," a meticulously curated collection of Ravel's most celebrated works. Released on October 30, 2015, under the prestigious Sony Classical label, this album spans a generous 3 hours and 56 minutes, offering a comprehensive journey through Ravel's diverse and innovative compositions.
The album opens with the delicate and refined "Menuet Antique," followed by the whimsical "La valse." A significant portion of the album is dedicated to Ravel's orchestral masterpiece "Daphnis et Chloê," presented in its entirety, showcasing the composer's lush harmonies and vivid orchestration. The album also features the vibrant and rhythmic "Rapsodie espagnole," the elegant "Valses Nobles et Sentimentales," and the enchanting "Ma mère l'oye," a suite based on fairy tales.
Pierre Boulez, a renowned conductor and interpreter of modernist music, brings his distinctive insight and precision to Ravel's works. His interpretations are both respectful of the composer's intentions and infused with his own unique perspective, offering listeners a fresh and engaging experience.
The album also includes some of Ravel's lesser-known but equally captivating pieces, such as "Miroirs," a suite for solo piano, and "Le tombeau de Couperin," a neo-Classical suite that pays homage to the French Baroque composer François Couperin. The iconic "Boléro," with its hypnotic rhythm and insistent ostinato, is also featured, demonstrating Ravel's ability to create compelling music from seemingly simple elements.
"Pierre Boulez Conducts Ravel" is a testament to the enduring appeal of Ravel's music and the skill of Pierre Boulez. Whether you are a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a rich and rewarding listening experience.
Tracks
Menuet Antique, M. 7Maurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
La valse, M. 72Maurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, IntroductionMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, Danse religieuseMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, Danse généraleMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, Danse grotesque de DorconMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, Danse légère et gracieuse de DaphnisMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, Lycéion entre et danseMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part I, NocturneMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part II, IntroductionMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part II, Danse guerrièreMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part II, Danse suppliante de ChloéMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part III, Lever du jourMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part III, PantomimeMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Daphnis et Chloê, M. 57: Part III, Danse généraleMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Camerata Singers
Shéhérazade: Ouverture de féerieMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: I. Prélude à la nuitMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: II. MalagueñaMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: III. HabaneraMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Rapsodie espagnole, M. 54: IV. FeriaMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: I. ModéréMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: II. Assez lentMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: III. ModéréMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: IV. Assez animéeMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: V. Presque lentMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: VI. Assez vifMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: VII. Moins vifMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Valses Nobles et Sentimentales, M. 61: VIII. EpilogueMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: I. PréludeMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: II. Danse du rout et scèneMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: III. Pavane de la belle au bois dormantMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: IV. Les entretiens de la belle et la bêteMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: V. Petit poucetMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: VI. Laideronnette, impératrice des pagodesMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Ma mère l'oye, M. 62: VII. Apothéose. Le jardin féeriqueMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Fanfare pour L'Eventail de Jeanne, M. 80Maurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 4, Alborada del graciosoMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68a: I. PréludeMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Harold Gomberg
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68a: II. ForlaneMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Harold Gomberg
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68a: III. MenuetMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Harold Gomberg
Le tombeau de Couperin, M. 68a: IV. RigaudonMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic, Harold Gomberg
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, M. 82: I. LentoMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, M. 82: II. AllegroMaurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Piano Concerto for the Left Hand, M. 82: III. Tempo 1Maurice Ravel, Philippe Entremont, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Pavane pour une infante défunte, M. 19Maurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, The Cleveland Orchestra
Miroirs, M. 43: No. 3, Une barque sur l'océanMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Boléro, M. 81Maurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, New York Philharmonic
Trois Poèms de Stéphane Mallarmé, M. 64: I. SoupirMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, Jill Gomez, BBC Symphony Orchestra
Trois Poèms de Stéphane Mallarmé, M. 64: II. Placet futileMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, Jill Gomez, BBC Symphony Orchestra
Trois Poèms de Stéphane Mallarmé, M. 64: III. Surgi de la croupe et du bondMaurice Ravel, Pierre Boulez, Jill Gomez, BBC Symphony Orchestra
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