Alban Berg's captivating orchestral works are brought to life in the album 'Ernest Ansermet dirige Alban Berg', released on 16 June 2015 by Mangora Classical. This 8-track masterpiece, conducted by the renowned Ernest Ansermet and performed by the Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, showcases Berg's unique compositional style. The album features the poignant 'Violin Concerto "To the Memory of an Angel"', a two-movement work that exemplifies Berg's ability to craft emotionally charged music. The '3 Fragments from Wozzeck' offer a glimpse into Berg's operatic genius, while the '3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6' demonstrate his mastery of orchestration. With a duration of 1 hour and 6 minutes, this album is a must-listen for fans of Alban Berg and classical music enthusiasts alike. The combination of Ansermet's expert direction and the orchestra's skilled performance makes for a truly unforgettable listening experience, highlighting the beauty and complexity of Berg's opera-inspired compositions.
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Tracks
Violin Concerto "To the Memory of an Angel": I. Andante - AllegrettoAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet, Yehudi Menuhin
Violin Concerto "To the Memory of an Angel": II. Allegro ma sempre rubato - AdagioAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet, Yehudi Menuhin
3 Fragments from Wozzeck: No. 1, Tchin bum! SoldatenAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Suzanne Danco, Ernest Ansermet
3 Fragments from Wozzeck: No. 2, Und ist kein BetrugAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Suzanne Danco, Ernest Ansermet
3 Fragments from Wozzeck: No. 3, Ringel, RingelAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Suzanne Danco, Ernest Ansermet
3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6: No. 1, PräludiumAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6: No. 2, ReigenAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet
3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6: No. 3, MarschAlban Berg, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ernest Ansermet