Immerse yourself in the captivating world of avant-garde and chamber music with George Crumb's "Music of Our Time, Vol. 3." Released on January 1, 1998, this album is a testament to Crumb's unique compositional style, blending traditional and experimental elements to create a sound that is both hauntingly beautiful and deeply evocative. The album features a diverse range of works, including the ethereal "Ancient Voices of Children," a five-movement suite that draws inspiration from Spanish poetry and Native American rituals, and "A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979," a festive yet introspective exploration of the Christmas story. Also included are "Three Early Songs," showcasing Crumb's early compositional prowess, and "Dream Sequence (Images II)," a hauntingly beautiful piece that showcases Crumb's signature use of extended techniques and unconventional instrumentation. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 2 minutes, this album is a must-listen for anyone interested in exploring the boundaries of classical music. Whether you're a seasoned aficionado or a curious newcomer, "Music of Our Time, Vol. 3" is sure to captivate and inspire.
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Tracks
Ancient Voices of Children: I. El niño busca su vozGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Ancient Voices of Children: DANCES OF THE ANCIENT EARTHGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Ancient Voices of Children: II. Me he perdido muchas veces por el marGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Ancient Voices of Children: III. De donde vienes, amor, mi niñoGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Ancient Voices of Children: IV: Todas las tardes en Granada, todas las tardes se muere un niñoGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Ancient Voices of Children: GHOST DANCEGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Ancient Voices of Children: V. Se ha Ilenado de luces me corazon de sedaGeorge Crumb, Barbara Ann Martin, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: I. The VisitationGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: II. Berceuse for The Infant JesusGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: III. The Shepherd's NoëlGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: IV. Adoration of The MagiGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: V. Nativity DanceGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: VI. Canticle of The Holy NightGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
A Little Suite for Christmas, A.D. 1979: VII. Carol of The BellsGeorge Crumb, Marcantonio Barone, James Freeman, Orchestra 2001
Three Early Songs: I. NightGeorge Crumb, James Freeman, Barbara Ann Martin, Orchestra 2001
Three Early Songs: II. Let It Be ForgottenGeorge Crumb, James Freeman, Barbara Ann Martin, Orchestra 2001
Three Early Songs: III. Wind ElegyGeorge Crumb, James Freeman, Barbara Ann Martin, Orchestra 2001
Dream Sequence (Images II)George Crumb, Orchestra 2001, James Freeman
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