Dive into the avant-garde world of Luciano Berio with this captivating album, released on October 14, 2014, under the Ondine label. This 53-minute journey through Berio's unique compositional style features a blend of classical influences and innovative techniques, showcasing his mastery of orchestration and vocal integration.
The album opens with "Ritirata notturna di Madrid," a masterful arrangement by Berio of a movement from Luigi Boccherini's "Musica notturna delle strade di Madrid." This piece is presented in four original versions, each offering a fresh perspective on the original material. Following this is "Calmo," a hauntingly beautiful work for mezzo-soprano and 22 instruments, with text by Homer.
The centerpiece of the album is Berio's "Sinfonia," a monumental work for eight voices and orchestra. This five-movement piece is a testament to Berio's compositional prowess, featuring a diverse range of influences and techniques. The movements are performed in the following order: I. —, II. O King, III. In ruhig fliessender Bewegung, IV. —, and V. —.
The album features the Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Hannu Lintu, with mezzo-soprano Virpi Räisänen delivering a stunning vocal performance. The combination of these exceptional artists and Berio's groundbreaking compositions makes for an unforgettable listening experience. Whether you're a fan of classical music or an explorer of avant-garde sounds, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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