Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Jake Heggie's "Heggie: HERE/AFTER," a profound and evocative album released on October 1, 2013, under the prestigious Pentatone label. Spanning a duration of 2 hours and 11 minutes, this collection is a testament to Heggie's mastery of composition, offering a rich tapestry of musical narratives that resonate deeply with the human experience.
The album is a journey through various themes and emotions, beginning with "Camille Claudel, Into the Fire," a six-part suite that delves into the tumultuous life and art of the renowned sculptor. Each movement, from the haunting "Prelude" to the poignant "Epilogue," paints a vivid portrait of Claudel's struggles and triumphs. The suite is followed by "Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston," a deeply personal and reflective work that explores the aftermath of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, through the lens of personal memories and experiences.
"Friendly Persuasions" offers a lighter, more whimsical interlude, with each movement named after notable figures in the arts, while "Rise and Fall" and "A Question of Light" delve into more abstract and philosophical themes. The album concludes with "Fury of Light," a powerful and dynamic suite that encapsulates the intensity and beauty of Heggie's compositional style.
Throughout "Heggie: HERE/AFTER," Jake Heggie's ability to blend lyrical melodies with intricate harmonies and rhythms is on full display, making this album a compelling exploration of the human condition. Whether you are a longtime fan of Heggie's work or a newcomer to his music, this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: I. Prelude. RodinJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: II. La ValseJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: III. ShakuntalaJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: IV. La Petite ChâtelaineJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: V. The GossipsJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: VI. L'Age MûrJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: Epilogue. Jessie Lipscomb visits Camille Claudel, Montdevergues AsylumJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: I. Prelude. LaurenJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Ekaterina Gorlova, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: II. LessonsJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: III. Phone CallsJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: IV. That Moment OnJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: V. BeyondJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Ashley Traughber, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: VI. An Open BookJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Ekaterina Gorlova, Ashley Traughber, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz
Soliloquy for flute and pianoJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Friendly Persuasions: I. Wanda LandowskaJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Friendly Persuasions: II. Pierre BernacJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Friendly Persuasions: III. Raymonde LinossierJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Friendly Persuasions: IV. Paul EluardJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Rise and Fall: I. Water StoneJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
Rise and Fall: II. Incantation BowlJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
Rise and Fall: III. Angels' WingsJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
Rise and Fall: IV. The ShamanJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
A Question of Light: I. The Light of CoincidencesJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: II. Eccentric FlintJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: III. Yellow Rose in a VaseJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: IV. Place de la ConcordeJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: V. El HombreJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: VI. WatchJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
Fury of Light: I. FastJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Fury of Light: II. ElegyJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Fury of Light: III. MeditationJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Fury of Light: IV. Very FastJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
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