Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Ferruccio Busoni with the album "Busoni: Orchestral Works," released on June 1, 2017, under the Chandos label. This remarkable collection showcases Busoni's prowess in classical piano, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that span a variety of moods and styles.
The album opens with the majestic "Orchestral Suite No. 2, Op. 34a, BV 242 'Geharnischte Suite'," a four-movement suite that takes you on a journey from the solemn "Introduction" to the dynamic "Assault." The "Clarinet Concertino, Op. 48, BV 276" follows, with its intricate and expressive movements, showcasing Busoni's ability to blend technical brilliance with emotional depth. The "Sarabande & Cortège, Op. 51, BV 282 '2 Studies for Doktor Faust'" adds a touch of drama and intrigue, while the "Tanzwalzer, Op. 53, BV 288" brings a lively and playful energy to the collection.
Other highlights include the hauntingly beautiful "Berceuse élégiaque, Op. 42, BV 252a," the exotic "Indianische Fantasie, Op. 44, BV 264," and the evocative "Indianisches Tagebuch II, Op. 47, BV 269." The album concludes with the enchanting "Die Brautwahl, Op. 45, BV 261," a five-movement suite that blends lyrical beauty with mystical and playful elements.
With a total duration of 2 hours and 14 minutes, this album is a testament to Busoni's enduring legacy and his ability to create music that is both technically impressive and deeply moving. Whether you're a longtime fan of classical piano or a newcomer to Busoni's work, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Orchestral Suite No. 2, Op. 34a, BV 242 "Geharnischte Suite": I. IntroductionFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Orchestral Suite No. 2, Op. 34a, BV 242 "Geharnischte Suite": II. Warrior DanceFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Orchestral Suite No. 2, Op. 34a, BV 242 "Geharnischte Suite": III. Funeral MonumentFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Orchestral Suite No. 2, Op. 34a, BV 242 "Geharnischte Suite": IV. AssaultFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Berceuse élégiaque, Op. 42, BV 252aFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Clarinet Concertino, Op. 48, BV 276: I. Allegretto sostenutoFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Clarinet Concertino, Op. 48, BV 276: II. AndantinoFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Clarinet Concertino, Op. 48, BV 276: III. Allegro sostenutoFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Clarinet Concertino, Op. 48, BV 276: IV. AllegroFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Sarabande & Cortège, Op. 51, BV 282 "2 Studies for Doktor Faust": I. SarabandeFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Sarabande & Cortège, Op. 51, BV 282 "2 Studies for Doktor Faust": II. CortègeFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Tanzwalzer, Op. 53, BV 288: Introduction. AndanteFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Tanzwalzer, Op. 53, BV 288: I. —Ferruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Tanzwalzer, Op. 53, BV 288: II. Più vivoFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Tanzwalzer, Op. 53, BV 288: III. Tempo IFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Tanzwalzer, Op. 53, BV 288: IV. —Ferruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Eine Lustspielouvertüre, Op. 38, BV 245Ferruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Indianische Fantasie, Op. 44, BV 264Ferruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, Nelson Goerner, BBC Philharmonic
Indianisches Tagebuch II, Op. 47, BV 269Ferruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Die Brautwahl, Op. 45, BV 261: I. Spukhaftes StückFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Die Brautwahl, Op. 45, BV 261: II. Lyrisches StückFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Die Brautwahl, Op. 45, BV 261: III. Mystisches StückFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Die Brautwahl, Op. 45, BV 261: IV. Hebräisches StückFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
Die Brautwahl, Op. 45, BV 261: V. Heiteres StückFerruccio Busoni, Neeme Järvi, BBC Philharmonic
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