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[Symphonic Addict]

Badings: Symphony No. 3

Sheer fire! In some respects, this work reminds me of the vibrant drive that one also hears in Honegger.




Vorisek: Symphony in D major

Among classical symphonies, this sure stands out.

[Le Buisson Ardent]

Now playing two back-to-back emotionally draining works from Schnittke:

Cello Concerto No. 1
Alexander Ivashkin, cello
Russian State SO
Polyansky

Symphony No. 8
Royal Stockholm PO
Rozhdestvensky

From these recordings -

[Daverz]

Since the other two composers are Danish, I suppose it has to be Ole, also Danish.

Yes, it's Ole Schmidt.

This looks like a mighty intriguing program. Who is the Schmidt? Franz? Ole?

From https://mvdshop.com/products/john-kruse-the-aalborg-symphony-orchestra-koppel-schmidt-bentzon-clarinet-concertos-cd :

This album features three masterful compositons by Herman D. Koppel, Ole Schmidt and Niels V. Bentzon that highlight Denmark's rich musical heritage.
John Kruse, the Aalborg Symphony Orchestra and conductor Fredrik Burstedt present the fascinating world of Danish clarinet concertos. This album features Herman D. Koppel's Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra, which showcases his distinctive blend of influences from jazz to classical. Ole Schmidt's Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra from 2007 offers a vibrant mix of jazz and classical styles, highlighting his imaginative orchestration. Finally, Niels Viggo Bentzon's Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, revised by his son, presents a unique, transparent musical language across four movements. Three masterful compositions that highlight Denmark's rich musical heritage.

Track Listing
Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra, Op.35 (1941): 1. Moderato
Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra, Op.35 (1941): 2. Andante, quasi Fantasia
Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra, Op.35 (1941): 3. Allegro tranquillo
Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra (2007): 1. Allegro moderato
Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra (2007): 2. Andante
Concerto for Clarinet and Chamber Orchestra (2007): 3. Allegro
Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, Op. 578 (1993): 1. Moderato
Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, Op. 578 (1993): 2. Allegro
Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, Op. 578 (1993): 3. Adagio
Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, Op. 578 (1993): 4. Cadenza
Chamber Concerto for Solo Clarinet and Small Instrumental Ensemble, Op. 578 (1993): 5. Allegro

Ole Schmidt's dates are 1928-2010, so his Clarinet Concerto was a very late work!

[steve ridgway]

Ligeti: Mysteries Of The Macabre - Arranged For Coloratura Soprano And Ensemble

One of the mysteries being how one can return to some pieces of music and all of a sudden they sound good .

[Le Buisson Ardent]

Ligeti: Mysteries Of The Macabre - Arranged For Coloratura Soprano And Ensemble

One of the mysteries being how one can return to some pieces of music and all of a sudden they sound good .

I can't quite get into much of Ligeti's vocal music, but I LOVE the Requiem and Lux Aeterna.

[Symphonic Addict]

Rimsky-Korsakov: Symphony No. 1

A damn good and memorable first symphony. The slow movement is the star here. It features a nostalgic tune to die for.

[steve ridgway]

I can't quite get into much of Ligeti's vocal music, but I LOVE the Requiem and Lux Aeterna.

NP Aventures.

It's better if you can focus on the instrumental sounds and try to forget any associations with the mental state of humans making the noises, view them more abstractly.

[AnotherSpin]

Op. 106

[Wanderer]

[steve ridgway]

Scelsi: Konx-Om-Pax

[Que]

A Philippe de Monte recording from my own collection! 
Apart from the Missa Ultimi miei sospiri some motets, including the motet by Philippe Verdelot on which the mass was based.

[Que]

He is a really good pianist.

[Spotted Horses]

Alexandre Tansman
Symphony 9
Oleg Caetani
Melbourne SO
Chandos

Very enjoyable couple of days with Tansman. Multiple more listens required 😊

I'd advise you to continue with the Tansman Chamber Symphonies, which I found more enjoyable than the proper symphonies in the Caetani/Melbourne recordings. Also, I found the recordings conducted by Israel Yinon to be first rate. Ultimately, I find the concerti and chamber music to be my favorite part of Tansman's output.

[foxandpeng]

I'd advise you to continue with the Tansman Chamber Symphonies, which I found more enjoyable than the proper symphonies in the Caetani/Melbourne recordings. Also, I found the recordings conducted by Israel Yinon to be first rate. Ultimately, I find the concerti and chamber music to be my favorite part of Tansman's output.

I hear you. The Chamber Symphonies are new to me, really, so certainly some time there before moving on 😊

[vandermolen]

ROBIN MILFORD (1903–1959)
Works for String Orchestra.
See back cover for details.
Recorded in the Big School, Christ's Hospital, Horsham, West Sussex, on 26–28 May 2003.

A delightful disc. This composer needs more exposure. A bit forgotten he is, and little is recorded as well. This Hyperion disc should have been a revival of his music, but sadly nothing came of that. But at least we have these works in excellent performances and good sound. Melodious, nicely crafted music it is.

That is a most beautiful disc Harry of searching and poetic music 'Go, little book' is a particular favourite. Do you know his 'The Darkling Thrush' inspired by the poem by Thomas Hardy? It is a characteristically moving work which I enjoy very much.

[Harry]

That is a most beautiful disc Harry of searching and poetic music 'Go, little book' is a particular favourite. Do you know his 'The Darkling Thrush' inspired by the poem by Thomas Hardy? It is a characteristically moving work which I enjoy very much.

I did no see this recording as yet. Will try to find it on Qobuz. Thanks for alerting me of this work Jeffrey.
Book marked it.

[Todd]

[steve ridgway]

Ligeti: Organ Study I

[steve ridgway]

And Organ Study II and Volumina - I like the noises this organ makes .

[Dry Brett Kavanaugh]

Bartok: Dance Suite / Kodaly: Variations on a Hungarian Folksong - Gyorgy Lehel.