ROCO in Concert: February 2009 Conductorless! captures the dynamic and innovative spirit of the Grammy Award-winning ensemble, ROCO, in a thrilling live performance from 2009. This album showcases the group's exceptional musicianship and their unique conductorless approach, where the musicians collectively shape the performance, creating a truly collaborative and engaging experience.
The concert features a diverse program that highlights ROCO's versatility and passion for both classic and contemporary works. The album opens with Respighi's Trittico Botticelliano, a trio of orchestral suites inspired by Botticelli's famous paintings, followed by Vivaldi's Concerto Grosso No. 2, a lively and spirited Baroque work. The concert continues with the world premiere of Robert X. Rodriguez's Symphony No. 1, a compelling and dramatic piece that showcases the full range of the orchestra. The concert concludes with Ligeti's Lied et Scherzo, a captivating and playful work for wind quintet and solo horn.
With a duration of 1 hour and 25 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience, demonstrating ROCO's commitment to artistic excellence and their dedication to redefining the concert experience. Whether you're a longtime fan of ROCO or a newcomer to their music, this album is sure to impress and inspire.
Tracks
Trittico Botticelliano: I. La Primavera - LiveOttorino Respighi, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Trittico Botticelliano: II. L'Adorazione dei Magi - LiveOttorino Respighi, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Trittico Botticelliano: III. La Nascita de Venere - LiveOttorino Respighi, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Concerto Grosso No. 2 for Solo String Quartet and String Orchestra, B. 82: I. Maestoso - LiveErnest Bloch, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Concerto Grosso No. 2 for Solo String Quartet and String Orchestra, B. 82: II. Andante - LiveErnest Bloch, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Concerto Grosso No. 2 for Solo String Quartet and String Orchestra, B. 82: III. Allegro - LiveErnest Bloch, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, GB 115:WD 33: I. Allegro vivo - LiveGeorges Bizet, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, GB 115:WD 33: II. Adagio - LiveGeorges Bizet, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, GB 115:WD 33: III. Allegro vivace - LiveGeorges Bizet, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Symphony No. 1 in C Major, GB 115:WD 33: IV. Allegro vivace - LiveGeorges Bizet, Roco, Danielle Kuhlmann, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
Lied et Scherzo, Op. 54 for Double Wind Quintet with Solo Horn - LiveFlorent Schmitt, Danielle Kuhlmann, Roco, Brian Lewis, Andrew Bradley
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