Immerse yourself in the world of Arnold Schoenberg with this captivating album, released on April 18, 2006, under the Naxos label. This classical masterpiece spans a concise yet impactful duration of 1 hour and 7 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Schoenberg's genius and his unique orchestral arrangements of Bach's works.
The album opens with Schoenberg's Serenade, Op. 24, a multi-movement work that blends traditional forms with innovative harmonies. Each movement, from the March to the Finale, reveals Schoenberg's evolving style and his ability to create engaging, thought-provoking music.
Following the Serenade, the album presents Schoenberg's Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31. This intricate work demonstrates Schoenberg's mastery of form and his ability to develop a theme through a series of variations, each revealing new facets of the original melody.
The album concludes with Schoenberg's orchestrations of Bach's Prelude and Fugue in E-Flat Major, BWV 552, and two chorales from the 18 Chorales, BWV 651-668. Schoenberg's arrangements breathe new life into Bach's timeless works, showcasing his deep respect for the Baroque master while infusing the music with his own distinctive voice.
Whether you're a seasoned classical enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album offers a compelling exploration of Schoenberg's music and his unique contributions to the classical canon.
Tracks
Serenade, Op. 24: I. MarchArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Serenade, Op. 24: II. MinuetArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Serenade, Op. 24: III. VariationsArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Serenade, Op. 24: IV. Sonnet by PetrarchArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Serenade, Op. 24: V. Dance StepsArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Serenade, Op. 24: VI. Song Without WordsArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Serenade, Op. 24: VII. FinaleArnold Schoenberg, Stephen Varcoe, Charles Neidich, Alan R. Kay, Peter Press, David Starobin, Rolf Schulte, Toby Appel, Fred Sherry, Twentieth Century Classics Ensemble, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: I. IntroductionArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: II. ThemeArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: III. Variation IArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: IV. Variation IIArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: V. Variation IIIArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: VI. Variation IVArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: VII. Variation VArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: VIII. Variation VIArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: IX. Variation VIIArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: X. Variation VIIIArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: XI. Variation IXArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Variations for Orchestra, Op. 31: XII. FinaleArnold Schoenberg, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Prelude and Fugue in E-Flat Major, BWV 552: Fugue in E-Flat Major, BWV 552, "St. Anne" (arr. A. Schoenberg for orchestra) [Orch. A. Schoenberg]Johann Sebastian Bach, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
18 Chorales, BWV 651-668, "Leipziger Chorale": Schmucke dich, O liebe Seele, BWV 654 (Orch. A. Schoenberg)Johann Sebastian Bach, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
Komm, Gott Schopfer, heiliger Geist, BWV 631 (arr. A. Schoenberg for string orchestra) [Orch. A. Schoenberg]Johann Sebastian Bach, Philharmonia Orchestra, Robert Craft
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