Immerse yourself in the captivating world of George Enescu with this remarkable album, released on September 4, 2015, by CPO. This collection showcases Enescu's extraordinary compositional prowess, featuring his Symphony No. 4 in E Minor, meticulously completed by Pascal Bentoiu, and his Chamber Symphony in E Major, Op. 33. The album also includes the enchanting "Voix de la nature: Nuages d'automne sur les forêts," a piece that beautifully captures the essence of autumn forests.
Enescu's Symphony No. 4, presented in three movements, is a testament to his ability to evoke deep emotions and dramatic narratives through music. The Chamber Symphony, Op. 33, is a four-movement work that highlights Enescu's mastery of orchestration and his unique ability to blend various instrumental timbres. Each piece on this album is a journey through Enescu's rich musical landscape, offering a glimpse into his innovative and expressive style.
The DR Radiophilharmonie Hannover, conducted by Peter Ruzicka, brings these works to life with a performance that is both technically precise and deeply expressive. The album's duration of 1 hour and 2 minutes ensures a comprehensive exploration of Enescu's genius, making it a compelling listen for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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Tracks
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor (Completed by P. Bentoiu): I. Allegro appassionatoGeorge Enescu, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Peter Ruzicka
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor (Completed by P. Bentoiu): II. Un poco andante, marzialeGeorge Enescu, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Peter Ruzicka
Symphony No. 4 in E Minor (Completed by P. Bentoiu): III. Allegro vivace - Non troppoGeorge Enescu, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Peter Ruzicka
Voix de la nature "Nuages d'automne sur les forêts"George Enescu, NDR Radiophilharmonie, Peter Ruzicka
Chamber Symphony in E Major, Op. 33: I. Molto moderato, un poco maestosoGeorge Enescu, Christoph Renz, Roberto Baltar, Mirjam Budday, Ulf-Guido Schafer, Malte Refardt, Daniel Adam, Fabian Neuhaus, Kathrin Rabus, Anna Lewis, Nikolai Schneider, Jürgen Normann, Markus Becker, Peter Ruzicka
Chamber Symphony in E Major, Op. 33: II. Allegretto molto moderatoGeorge Enescu, Christoph Renz, Roberto Baltar, Mirjam Budday, Ulf-Guido Schafer, Malte Refardt, Daniel Adam, Fabian Neuhaus, Kathrin Rabus, Anna Lewis, Nikolai Schneider, Jürgen Normann, Markus Becker, Peter Ruzicka
Chamber Symphony in E Major, Op. 33: III. AdagioGeorge Enescu, Christoph Renz, Roberto Baltar, Mirjam Budday, Ulf-Guido Schafer, Malte Refardt, Daniel Adam, Fabian Neuhaus, Kathrin Rabus, Anna Lewis, Nikolai Schneider, Jürgen Normann, Markus Becker, Peter Ruzicka
Chamber Symphony in E Major, Op. 33: IV. Allegro molto moderatoGeorge Enescu, Christoph Renz, Roberto Baltar, Mirjam Budday, Ulf-Guido Schafer, Malte Refardt, Daniel Adam, Fabian Neuhaus, Kathrin Rabus, Anna Lewis, Nikolai Schneider, Jürgen Normann, Markus Becker, Peter Ruzicka