Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of classical music with Neeme Järvi's "The Chandos Sound Experience," a captivating album released in 1991 under the Chandos label. Spanning a diverse range of compositions, this orchestral masterpiece offers a comprehensive journey through the world of classical music, showcasing the brilliance of both the orchestra and the conductor.
Neeme Järvi, a renowned name in the classical music scene, brings his distinctive interpretation and precision to this collection. The album features a mix of symphonies, concertos, and suites, each piece meticulously performed and recorded to highlight the depth and breadth of the classical repertoire. From the grandeur of Beethoven's "Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55, 'Eroica'" to the delicate beauty of Ravel's "Le Tombeau de Couperin," the album is a testament to Järvi's versatility and the orchestra's virtuosity.
With a runtime of 1 hour and 15 minutes, "The Chandos Sound Experience" is a substantial exploration of classical music, perfect for both casual listeners and seasoned enthusiasts. The album's diverse tracklist ensures there's something for everyone, whether you're in the mood for the dramatic intensity of a symphony or the lyrical elegance of a concerto. This album is a celebration of the timeless artistry of classical music, brought to life by the incomparable Neeme Järvi and his orchestra.
1991 Chandos Records1991 Chandos Records
Tracks
Symphony No. 1 in One Movement, Op. 9Samuel Barber, Neeme Järvi, Detroit Symphony Orchestra
Sinfonietta, JW 6/18: I. AllegrettoLeoš Janáček, Jiří Bělohlávek, Czech Philharmonic
Piano Concerto No. 1 in D-Flat Major, Op. 10: I. Allegro briosoSergei Prokofiev, Boris Berman, Neeme Järvi, Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra
Le Tombeau de Couperin, M. 68a: I. Prélude. Vif (Version for Orchestra)Maurice Ravel, Yan Pascal Tortelier, Ulster Orchestra, Christopher Blake
Symphony No. 2 in F Major, "The Cambridge": III. AndanteSir Charles Hubert Parry, Matthias Bamert, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Elijah, Op. 70, MWV A25, Part 1: No. 14, Air (Elijah)Felix Mendelssohn, Richard Hickox, London Symphony Orchestra, Willard White
Háry János Suite: VI. Entrance of the Emperor and His CourtZoltán Kodály, Neeme Järvi, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, Laurence Kaptain
Piano Concerto No. 2 in C Minor, Op. 18: I. ModeratoSergei Rachmaninoff, Bryden Thomson, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Howard Shelley
Henry V, A Shakespeare Scenario: Va. HarfleurWilliam Walton, Sir Neville Marriner, Academy of St. Martin in the Fields, Christopher Plummer, Choristers of Westminster Cathedral, Academy of St Martin in the Fields Chorus
Symphony No. 3 in E-Flat Major, Op. 55, "Eroica": II. Marcia funebre. Adagio assaiLudwig van Beethoven, Walter Weller, City Of Birmingham Symphony Orchestra
Piano Concerto in G Major, M. 82: II. Adagio assaiMaurice Ravel, Rafael Frühbeck de Burgos, London Symphony Orchestra, Louis Lortie
Saul og David (Saul and David), FS 25, Act I: Kommer han? Kommer Profeten? - Velan da! Velan! - Herre, tag Skjold og Vaerge …Carl Nielsen, Neeme Järvi, Danish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, Aage Haugland, Kurt Westi, Jorgen Klint, Danish National Radio Symphony Choir
Violin Concerto No. 1 in A Minor, Op. 77: IV. Burlesque. Allegro con brioDmitri Shostakovich, Neeme Järvi, Royal Scottish National Orchestra, Lydia Mordkovitch