Immerse yourself in the rich musical heritage of Spain with Manuel de Falla's "Milestones of a Conductor Legend: Ataúlfo Argenta, Vol. 3." This captivating album, released on September 6, 2019, under Intense Media GmbH, showcases the timeless compositions of one of Spain's most celebrated composers, brought to life by the legendary conductor Ataúlfo Argenta.
The album centers around "El amor brujo," a 1920 version of Falla's iconic ballet score, which tells a tale of love, magic, and mystery. Each of the thirteen tracks in this suite paints a vivid picture, from the haunting "Canción del amor dolido" to the fiery "Danza ritual del fuego." The album also features three additional works by Falla: "Images," a suite for piano, and "Ibéria," a suite for orchestra, showcasing the composer's versatility and mastery of different musical forms.
With a total duration of 56 minutes, this album offers a comprehensive exploration of Falla's musical genius. Argenta's conducting brings out the depth and nuance in each piece, making this a must-listen for both classical music enthusiasts and those new to the genre. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic intensity of "El amor brujo" or the lyrical beauty of "Rondes de printemps," this album is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
El amor brujo (1920 Version): I. Introducción y escenaManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): II. En la cueva (La noche)Manuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): III. Canción del amor dolidoManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): IV. El apericidoManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): V. Danza del terrorManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): VI. El circulo mágico (Romance del pescador)Manuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): VII. A media noche (Los sortilegios)Manuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): VIII. Danza ritual del fuegoManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): IX. EscenaManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): X. Canción del fuego fatuoManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): XI. PantomimaManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): XII. Danza del juego de amorManuel de Falla, Teresa Berganza, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
El amor brujo (1920 Version): XIII. Final. Las campanas del amanecerManuel de Falla, Orchestre National De France, Ataúlfo Argenta
Images, L. 122: No. 1, GiguesClaude Debussy, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ataúlfo Argenta
Images, L. 122: No. 2, IbériaClaude Debussy, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ataúlfo Argenta
Images, L. 122: No. 3, Rondes de printempsClaude Debussy, Orchestre de la Suisse Romande, Ataúlfo Argenta
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