Pierre Boulez's 'Boulez A-Z: Debussy - Liszt' is a monumental masterpiece that showcases the conductor's profound understanding of classical music. Released on 29 January 2025 via Deutsche Grammophon, this extensive collection spans 5 hours and 5 minutes, taking listeners on a journey through the works of renowned composers.
The album features an impressive array of compositions, including Debussy's 'Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune', 'Images for Orchestra', and 'La mer', as well as Liszt's 'Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major'. Boulez's interpretations are characterised by their nuance and depth, bringing a new level of sophistication to these beloved pieces.
With its eclectic mix of orchestral and avant-garde elements, 'Boulez A-Z: Debussy - Liszt' is a testament to Pierre Boulez's innovative approach to classical music. The album's tracklist is a veritable treasure trove of musical gems, including 'Nocturnes', 'Jeux', and 'Première rhapsodie', each one showcasing Boulez's mastery of the genre.
Throughout the album, Boulez's passion for experimentation and innovation is evident, as he pushes the boundaries of classical music with his unique interpretations. The result is a truly unforgettable listening experience that will appeal to fans of classical, orchestral, and avant-garde music alike. With 'Boulez A-Z: Debussy - Liszt', Pierre Boulez has created a lasting legacy that will continue to inspire and delight music lovers for generations to come.
Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune, CD 87aClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Images for Orchestra, CD 118: I. GiguesClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Images for Orchestra, CD 118: II. Ibéria: a. Par les rues et par les cheminsClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Images for Orchestra, CD 118: II. Ibéria: b. Les parfums de la nuitClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Images for Orchestra, CD 118: II. Ibéria: c. Le matin d’un jour de fêteClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Images for Orchestra, CD 118: III. Rondes de printempsClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Printemps, CD 68b (Orch. Büsser): I. Très modéréClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Printemps, CD 68b (Orch. Büsser): II. ModéréClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Nocturnes, CD 98: I. NuagesClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Nocturnes, CD 98: II. FêtesClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Nocturnes, CD 98: III. SirènesClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez, Ladies of the Cleveland Orchestra Chorus
Première rhapsodie, L. 116: Première rhapsodie, CD 124bClaude Debussy, Franklin Cohen, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Jeux (Poème dansé), L.126: Jeux, Poème dansé, CD 133Claude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
La mer, CD 111: I. De l'aube à midi sur la merClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
La mer, CD 111: II. Jeux de vaguesClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
La mer, CD 111: III. Dialogue du vent et de la merClaude Debussy, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Danses for Harp, CD 113: I. Danse sacréeClaude Debussy, Lisa Wellbaum, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Danses for Harp, CD 113: II. Danse profaneClaude Debussy, Lisa Wellbaum, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
5 Poèmes de Baudelaire, CD 70: No. 3, Le jet d'eauClaude Debussy, Alison Hagley, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
3 Ballades de François Villon, CD 126: No. 1, Ballade de Villon à s'amyeClaude Debussy, Alison Hagley, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
3 Ballades de François Villon, CD 126: No. 2, Ballade que Villon fait à la requeste de sa mère pour prier Nostre DameClaude Debussy, Alison Hagley, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
3 Ballades de François Villon, CD 126: No. 3, Ballade des femmes de ParisClaude Debussy, Alison Hagley, The Cleveland Orchestra, Pierre Boulez
Chamber Concerto for 13 Instrumentalists: I. Corrente. FliessendGyörgy Ligeti, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Chamber Concerto for 13 Instrumentalists: II. Calmo, sostenutoGyörgy Ligeti, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Chamber Concerto for 13 Instrumentalists: III. Movimento preciso e meccanicoGyörgy Ligeti, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Chamber Concerto for 13 Instrumentalists: IV. PrestoGyörgy Ligeti, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Ramifications for 12 Solo StringsGyörgy Ligeti, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Aventures for 3 Singers and 7 InstrumentalistsGyörgy Ligeti, Jane Manning, Mary Thomas, William Pearson, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Nouvelles aventures for 3 Singers and 7 Instrumentalists: I. SostenutoGyörgy Ligeti, Jane Manning, Mary Thomas, William Pearson, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Nouvelles Aventures for 3 Singers and 7 Instrumentalists: II. Agitato moltoGyörgy Ligeti, Jane Manning, Mary Thomas, William Pearson, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto: I. Vivace molto ritmico e preciso –György Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto: II. Lento e desertoGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto: III. Vivace cantabileGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto: IV. Allegro risoluto, molto ritmico –György Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto: V. Presto luminoso. Fluido, costante, sempre molto ritmicoGyörgy Ligeti, Pierre-Laurent Aimard, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Cello Concerto: I. Quarter = 40. –György Ligeti, Jean-Guihen Queyras, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Cello Concerto: II. (Lo stesso tempo)György Ligeti, Jean-Guihen Queyras, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Violin Concerto: I. Praeludium. Vivacissimo luminoso –György Ligeti, Saschko Gawriloff, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Violin Concerto: II. Aria, Hoquetus, Chorale. Andante con moto –György Ligeti, Saschko Gawriloff, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Violin Concerto: III. Intermezzo. Presto fluidoGyörgy Ligeti, Saschko Gawriloff, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Violin Concerto: IV. Passacaglia. Lento intensoGyörgy Ligeti, Saschko Gawriloff, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Violin Concerto: V. Appassionato. Agitato moltoGyörgy Ligeti, Saschko Gawriloff, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: I. Adagio sostenuto assaiFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: II. Allegro agitato assaiFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: III. Allegro moderatoFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: IV. Allegro decisoFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: V. Marziale un poco meno AllegroFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 2 in A Major, S. 125: VI. Allegro animatoFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: I. Allegro maestosoFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Piano Concerto No. 1 in E-Flat Major, S. 124: II. Quasi adagioFranz Liszt, Daniel Barenboim, Staatskapelle Berlin, Pierre Boulez
Pierre Boulez, a titan of 20th-century music, left an indelible mark on the classical world as a composer, conductor, and pedagogue. Born in Montbrison, France, in 1925, Boulez's influence extended far beyond his compositions, shaping the way we think about and experience music itself. As a conductor, he championed the works of his contemporaries and inspired generations of musicians. His avant-garde compositions, though rarely performed, are a testament to his innovative spirit and enduring legacy. Boulez's impact is not just in his music but also in the institutions he founded and the minds he inspired, making him one of the most dominant figures in post-war contemporary classical music.
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