Contemporary Oboe Solo

Thomas Indermühle, a seasoned oboist with four decades of experience, presents a captivating collection of contemporary chamber music in his album "Contemporary Oboe Solo." Released on December 27, 2016, under the Camerata Tokyo label, this 44-minute album is a testament to Indermühle's virtuosity and his ability to explore the oboe's expressive range.

The album features a diverse set of compositions, including works by Gilles Silvestrini, Luciano Berio, Isang Yun, and Niccolò Castiglioni. The tracklist opens with Silvestrini's "Horae Volubiles," a piece that showcases the oboe's agility and versatility. Indermühle's interpretation of Berio's "Rotationen-Mosaik für Oboe solo" is a standout, demonstrating his technical prowess and musical sensitivity. The album also includes "Monodie für ein Blasinstrument" by Yun, a piece that highlights the oboe's lyrical qualities, and Castiglioni's "Suite mélancolique pour hautbois électro-acoustique," a four-movement suite that blends acoustic and electronic elements to create a unique and engaging listening experience.

Indermühle's playing is characterized by a deep understanding of the oboe's capabilities and a commitment to exploring its full potential. His performances are marked by a sense of spontaneity and unpredictability, as he himself has noted, "For forty years I have played the oboe, and still I never know what is coming out. It is a perpetual anxiety. But maybe this is good." This sense of adventure and curiosity is evident throughout the album, making it a compelling listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those looking to explore the oboe's contemporary repertoire.