Jean-Michel Damase: Concertos is a captivating collection of chamber music compositions that showcase the exquisite interplay between harp and various instruments within a string orchestra. Released on January 1, 2006, under the label Harp & Co., this album spans a duration of one hour and one minute, offering a rich and immersive listening experience.
The album features a series of concertos and duets, each highlighting the virtuosity and elegance of the harp alongside different solo instruments. Jean-Michel Damase, a renowned French composer, masterfully blends classical forms with a contemporary touch, creating a timeless body of work that appeals to both classical music enthusiasts and those seeking refined instrumental compositions.
From the delicate Ballade for Harp and String Orchestra to the dynamic Double Concerto for Bassoon and Harp and String Orchestra, each piece is a testament to Damase's compositional skill and the expressive potential of the harp. The album's diverse repertoire ensures a varied and engaging journey through the world of chamber music, making it a standout addition to any classical music collection.
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Tracks
Ballade for Harp and String OrchestraJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono
Duo Concertant for Flute, Harp and String Orchestra: I. ModeratoJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono, Benoit Fromanger
Duo Concertant for Flute, Harp and String Orchestra: II. Andante - AllegroJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono, Benoit Fromanger
Double Concerto for Viola, Harp and String Orchestra: I. ModeratoJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono, Pierre Henri Xuereb
Double Concerto for Viola, Harp and String Orchestra: II. Allegro vivoJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono, Pierre Henri Xuereb
Double Concerto for Viola, Harp and String Orchestra: III. AndanteJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono, Pierre Henri Xuereb
Double Concerto for Bassoon and Harp and String Orchestra: I. Allegro moderatoJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono
Double Concerto for Bassoon and Harp and String Orchestra: II. AdagioJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono
Double Concerto for Bassoon and Harp and String Orchestra: III. AllegroJean-Michel Damase, Rachel Talitman, Luc Loubry, Il Sono