Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Raffaele d'Alessandro's "Chamber Music for Wind Instruments & Piano," a 1998 release that showcases the brilliance of this Swiss composer, pianist, organist, and music critic. This album is a testament to d'Alessandro's early musical talent, which, despite initial familial resistance, flourished through dedicated piano and organ lessons beginning in 1924.
Spanning a rich 79 minutes, the album features 17 tracks that highlight d'Alessandro's mastery of chamber music for wind instruments and piano. The pieces range from the playful "Sonatina Giocosa for Clarinet & Piano" to the serene "Sonata for Flute & Piano No. 1," and the intricate "Suite for Solo Clarinet." Each composition is a journey through d'Alessandro's unique musical language, blending classical elegance with innovative spirit.
Performers Dimitri Ashkenazy, Christoph Bösch, and Esther Walker bring these works to life with their exceptional artistry, making this album a must-experience for lovers of classical and chamber music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, Raffaele d'Alessandro's "Chamber Music for Wind Instruments & Piano" offers a profound and enriching listening experience.
Tracks
Sonatina Giocosa for Clarinet & Piano, Op. 6a: I. Allegro. Tempo di ValzerRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy, Esther Walker
Sonatina Giocosa for Clarinet & Piano, Op. 6a: II. Arioso. Tempo di HabaneraRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy, Esther Walker
Sonatina Giocosa for Clarinet & Piano, Op. 6a: III. Scherzino. Tempo di GuajiraRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy, Esther Walker
Sonatina Giocosa for Clarinet & Piano, Op. 6a: IV. Recitativo e Rondino. Tempo di RumbaRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy, Esther Walker
Sonata for Flute & Piano No. 1, Op. 46: I. Recitativo - AllegroRaffaele D' Alessandro, Christoph Bösch, Esther Walker
Sonata for Flute & Piano No. 1, Op. 46: II. LentoRaffaele D' Alessandro, Christoph Bösch, Esther Walker
Sonata for Flute & Piano No. 1, Op. 46: III. Rondo scherzando. SerenataRaffaele D' Alessandro, Christoph Bösch, Esther Walker
Sonata for Oboe & Piano, Op. 67: I. Introduzione e SonataRaffaele D' Alessandro, Franziska Müller, Esther Walker
Sonata for Oboe & Piano, Op. 67: II. Recitativo e Rondo giocosoRaffaele D' Alessandro, Franziska Müller, Esther Walker
Suite for Solo Clarinet, Op. 64: I. Allegretto. PréludeRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy
Suite for Solo Clarinet, Op. 64: II. Lento. AirRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy
Suite for Solo Clarinet, Op. 64: III. Presto. GigueRaffaele D' Alessandro, Dimitri Ashkenazy
Sonatine for Solo Flute, Op. 19: I. Allegro assaiRaffaele D' Alessandro, Christoph Bösch
Sonatine for Solo Flute, Op. 19: II. Lento graziosoRaffaele D' Alessandro, Christoph Bösch
Sonatine for Solo Flute, Op. 19: III. Presto. RondeauRaffaele D' Alessandro, Christoph Bösch
Recitatif et Valse-impromptu for Oboe & Piano, Op. 20: I. RecitatifRaffaele D' Alessandro, Franziska Müller, Esther Walker
Recitatif et Valse-impromptu for Oboe & Piano, Op. 20: II. Allegro giocoso. RondeauRaffaele D' Alessandro, Franziska Müller, Esther Walker
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