Jörgen Van Rijen's "I Was Like Wow!" is a captivating journey through the world of chamber music, showcasing the extraordinary versatility and skill of the trombone. Released in 2009 under the Channel Classics label, this album spans a diverse range of compositions, each highlighting the trombone's expressive capabilities. From the somber elegance of "Hommage du trombone exprimant la tristesse de l'auteur absent" to the lively energy of "Concertino for Trumpet and Trombone," Van Rijen's performance is both technically impressive and deeply engaging. The album also includes pieces like "3 Pieces for Solo Trombone" and "Morceau symphonique," demonstrating the trombone's ability to convey a wide spectrum of emotions and styles. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 3 minutes, "I Was Like Wow!" is a testament to Van Rijen's mastery of his instrument and his ability to breathe new life into classical and contemporary works alike. This album is a must-listen for any fan of chamber music or the trombone.
2009 Channel Classics Records2009 Channel Classics Records
Tracks
Hommage du trombone exprimant la tristesse de l'auteur absent, H. 59Arthur Honegger, Jörgen Van Rijen, Paolo Giacometti
BalladeFrank Martin, Jörgen Van Rijen, Paolo Giacometti
Die Schuldigkeit des ersten Gebotes, K. 35, Pt. 1: No. 6. Aria, "Jener Donnerworte Kraft" (Christgeist)Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Jörgen Van Rijen, Marcel Beekman, Combattimento Consort Amsterdam, Jan Willem de Vriend
Aria et polonaise, Op. 128 (Moderato - Tempo moderato)Joseph Jongen, Jörgen Van Rijen, Paolo Giacometti
3 Pieces for Solo Trombone: II.Martijn Padding, Jörgen Van Rijen
Concertino for Trumpet and Trombone: I. Allegro energicoJacques Castérède, Jörgen Van Rijen, Frits Damrow, Paolo Giacometti
Concertino for Trumpet and Trombone: II. Andante sostenutoJacques Castérède, Jörgen Van Rijen, Frits Damrow, Paolo Giacometti
Concertino for Trumpet and Trombone: III. AllegroJacques Castérède, Jörgen Van Rijen, Frits Damrow, Paolo Giacometti
Morceau symphonique. Lent, grave - Allegro moderatoPhilippe Gaubert, Jörgen Van Rijen, Paolo Giacometti
3 Pieces for Solo Trombone: III.Martijn Padding, Jörgen Van Rijen
I was like WOWJacob Ter Veldhuis, Jörgen Van Rijen
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