György Ligeti's "György Ligeti Edition, Vol. 7" is a captivating journey into the avant-garde world of classical music, released on January 2, 1998, under Sony Classical. This album showcases Ligeti's distinctive sonorities and innovative compositions, featuring a diverse range of pieces that highlight his mastery of micropolyphony and unique rhetorical manners.
The album opens with the "Trio for Violin, Horn & Piano 'Hommage à Brahms'," a four-movement work that pays tribute to the great Johannes Brahms. Following this, the "10 Pieces for Wind Quintet" offer a dynamic exploration of various moods and tempos, from the sustained and calm to the prestissimo and burlesque. The "6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet" continue this exploration, each piece offering a distinct character and emotional depth.
The "Sonata for Solo Viola" is a standout piece, with six movements that range from the hauntingly beautiful "Hora lunga" to the virtuosic "Prestissimo con sordino" and the intricate "Chaconne chromatique." This solo work demonstrates Ligeti's ability to create complex and engaging music with a single instrument.
Throughout the album, Ligeti's compositions challenge and delight the listener with their unique blend of tradition and innovation. The pieces are performed with precision and passion, bringing Ligeti's vision to life. With a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, this album is a testament to Ligeti's enduring influence on contemporary classical music.
(P) 1998 SONY BMG MUSIC ENTERTAINMENT
Tracks
Trio for Violin, Horn & Piano "Hommage à Brahms": I. Andantino con tenerezzaGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Saschko Gawriloff, Marie Luise Neunecker
Trio for Violin, Horn & Piano "Hommage à Brahms": II. Vivacissimo molto ritmicoGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Saschko Gawriloff, Marie Luise Neunecker
Trio for Violin, Horn & Piano "Hommage à Brahms": III. Alla marcia - Più mosso tempo primoGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Saschko Gawriloff, Marie Luise Neunecker
Trio for Violin, Horn & Piano "Hommage à Brahms": IV. Lamento. AdagioGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Saschko Gawriloff, Marie Luise Neunecker
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 1, Molto sostenuto e calmoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 2, Prestissimo minaccioso e burlescoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 3, LentoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 4, Prestissimo leggiero e virtuosoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 5, Prestissimo staccatissimo e leggieroGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 6, Prestissimo staccatissimo e leggieroGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 7, Vivo, energicoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 8, Allegro con delicatezzaGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 9, Sostenuto, stridenteGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
10 Pieces for Wind Quintet: No. 10, Presto bizzarro e rubatoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet: I. Allegro con spiritoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet: II. Rubato - LamentosoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet: III. Allegro graziosoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet: IV. Presto ruvidoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet: V. Adagio.MestoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
6 Bagatelles for Wind Quintet: VI. Molto vivace. CapricciosoGyörgy Ligeti, London Winds
Sonata for Solo Viola: I. Hora lungaGyörgy Ligeti, Tabea Zimmermann
Sonata for Solo Viola: II. LoopGyörgy Ligeti, Tabea Zimmermann
Sonata for Solo Viola: III. FacsarGyörgy Ligeti, Tabea Zimmermann
Sonata for Solo Viola: IV. Prestissimo con sordinoGyörgy Ligeti, Tabea Zimmermann
Sonata for Solo Viola: V. LamentoGyörgy Ligeti, Tabea Zimmermann
Sonata for Solo Viola: VI. Chaconne chromatiqueGyörgy Ligeti, Tabea Zimmermann
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