Benjamin Britten's 'Britten: The Turn of the Screw' is a captivating classical masterpiece that showcases the composer's mastery of opera. Released on 20 May 2022 via Alpha Classics, this 1 hour and 45-minute album is a testament to Britten's innovative approach to neoclassical music.
The album is a rendition of Britten's iconic opera, 'The Turn of the Screw', Op. 54, which weaves a haunting narrative through its 16 variations and 8 scenes. With genres spanning classical, requiem, opera, neoclassical, and choral music, this work is a rich tapestry of sound that explores the complexities of the human experience.
Through his characteristic use of theme and variation, Britten crafts a sense of tension and suspense, drawing the listener into the world of the opera. The result is a work of profound emotional depth, with each scene and variation meticulously crafted to evoke a specific mood or atmosphere.
With 'Britten: The Turn of the Screw', Benjamin Britten demonstrates his unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of classical music. This album is a must-listen for fans of opera and classical music, offering a unique glimpse into the mind of one of the 20th century's most visionary composers.
2022 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France2022 Alpha Classics / Outhere Music France & La Monnaie / De Munt
Tracks
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: PrologueBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Ed Lyon
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: ThemeBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 1: The JourneyBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation IBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 2: The WelcomeBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation IIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 3: The LetterBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation IIIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 4: The TowerBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Julian Hubbard
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation IVBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 5: The WindowBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Julian Hubbard, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation VBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 6: The LessonBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Katharina Bierweiler, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation VIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 7: The LakeBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Katharina Bierweiler, Giselle Allen, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1: Variation VIIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 1, Scene 8: At NightBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Katharina Bierweiler, Carole Wilson, Giselle Allen, Julian Hubbard, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation VIIIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 1: Colloquy and SoliloquyBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Julian Hubbard, Giselle Allen, Sally Matthews
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation IXBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 2: The BellsBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation XBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 3: Miss JesselBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Giselle Allen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation XIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 4: The BedroomBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Julian Hubbard, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation XIIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Julian Hubbard
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 5: QuintBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Julian Hubbard, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation XIIIBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 6: The PianoBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Thomas Heinen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation XIVBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 7: FloraBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Giselle Allen
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2: Variation XVBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg
The Turn of the Screw, Op. 54, Act 2, Scene 8: MilesBenjamin Britten, La Monnaie Chamber Orchestra, Ben Glassberg, Sally Matthews, Carole Wilson, Katharina Bierweiler, Julian Hubbard, Thomas Heinen
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