Dive into the captivating world of Kaikhosru Sorabji's "Vocal and Chamber Works," a mesmerizing collection of compositions that showcase the genius of one of the most enigmatic figures in 20th-century music. Released on July 12, 2024, by BIS Records, this album offers a rich tapestry of Sorabji's unique musical language, performed by the talented Sharon Bezaly, the Wild Beautiful Orchestra, and Chappell Kingsland.
Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 19 minutes, the album features a diverse range of works, from the intricate "Arabesque" to the serene "Benedizione di San Francesco d’Assisi." Sorabji's compositions are known for their complexity and depth, and this album is no exception. It includes settings of poems by Michelangelo Buonarroti, as well as works inspired by Persian literature, such as "Trois poèmes du Gulistān de Saʿdī."
The album is a hybrid SACD, ensuring high-fidelity sound quality that brings out the nuances of Sorabji's intricate compositions. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or new to Sorabji's work, this album offers a compelling introduction to the composer's distinctive style. The performances are meticulously crafted, capturing the essence of Sorabji's vision and providing a profound listening experience.
Le mauvais jardinier, KSS 11aKaikhosru Sorabji, Sharon Harms, Chappell Kingsland
Frammento cantato, KSS 88Kaikhosru Sorabji, Andrew Garland, Chappell Kingsland
Fantasiettina atematica, KSS 103Kaikhosru Sorabji, Sarah Bierhaus, Julie Thornton, Jeremy Reynolds
Trois poèmes, KSS 65: I. Le fauneKaikhosru Sorabji, Zoë Spangler, Chappell Kingsland
Trois poèmes, KSS 65: II. Les chatsKaikhosru Sorabji, Zoë Spangler, Chappell Kingsland
Trois poèmes, KSS 65: III. La dernière fête galanteKaikhosru Sorabji, Zoë Spangler, Chappell Kingsland
Cinque sonetti di Michelangelo Buonarroti, KSS 36: I. Tu sa’ ch’i’ so, signor mie, che tu saiKaikhosru Sorabji, Andrew Garland, Wild Beautiful Orchestra, Taylor Gonzales
Cinque sonetti di Michelangelo Buonarroti, KSS 36: II. Non so se s’è la desï̈ata luceKaikhosru Sorabji, Andrew Garland, Wild Beautiful Orchestra, Taylor Gonzales
Cinque sonetti di Michelangelo Buonarroti, KSS 36: III. A che più debb’i’ omai l’intensa vogliaKaikhosru Sorabji, Andrew Garland, Wild Beautiful Orchestra, Taylor Gonzales
Cinque sonetti di Michelangelo Buonarroti, KSS 36: IV. Veggio nel tuo bel viso, signor mioKaikhosru Sorabji, Andrew Garland, Wild Beautiful Orchestra, Taylor Gonzales
Cinque sonetti di Michelangelo Buonarroti, KSS 36: V. Se nel volto per gli occhi il cor si vedeKaikhosru Sorabji, Andrew Garland, Wild Beautiful Orchestra, Taylor Gonzales
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