Dive into the boundless creativity of Enjott Schneider with "Bridges to Infinity," a captivating journey through the realms of classical music. This 2025 release, conducted by Gabriel Venzago and performed by the Bodensee Philharmonie, is a testament to Schneider's mastery of the concerto genre. The album spans a rich duration of 1 hour and 21 minutes, offering a diverse collection of 17 tracks that showcase Schneider's unique compositional voice.
"Bridges to Infinity" is divided into three distinct sections, each exploring different themes and musical landscapes. The first part, "The Birds 'Wisdom & Magic'," is a mesmerizing exploration of avian symbolism and myth, with each movement named after a different bird, from the raven and crow to the swan and peacock. The second section, "Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness," delves into the darker, more dramatic aspects of classical music, with titles like "Ballo mortale" and "Passacaglia Della Morte" hinting at the intense, powerful compositions within.
The album's centerpiece is Schneider's Symphony No. 8, "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity," a grand, six-movement work that explores the symbolism of bells and their role in connecting the earthly and divine realms. From the birth of the bell sound in China to the longing for peace in the finale, this symphony is a powerful journey through sound and time.
Recorded in July 2024 and set for release on April 11, 2025, "Bridges to Infinity" is a significant addition to Enjott Schneider's discography. Whether you're a longtime fan of Schneider's work or a newcomer to his music, this album offers a rich, rewarding listening experience that showcases the composer's unique vision and mastery of the classical form.
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Tracks
The Birds "Wisdom & Magic": I. Birth of the Universe from Spiral and Bird's EggEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Friedemann Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago, Stefan Blum Percussion Quartet
The Birds "Wisdom & Magic": II. Raven & Crow - Nigredo the BlacknessEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Friedemann Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago, Stefan Blum Percussion Quartet
The Birds "Wisdom & Magic": III. The Swan - Albedo the WhiteEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Friedemann Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago, Stefan Blum Percussion Quartet
The Birds "Wisdom & Magic": IV. The Peacock - Colourfulness of the Dazzling Astral WorldEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Friedemann Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago, Stefan Blum Percussion Quartet
The Birds "Wisdom & Magic": V. The Crane Dance - Ritual & Soul FlightEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Friedemann Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago, Stefan Blum Percussion Quartet
Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness: I. Prologo - Armonie mortaliEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Alexia Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago
Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness: II. Cantilena - La belezza di Maria d'AvalosEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Alexia Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago
Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness: III. Ballo mortaleEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Alexia Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago
Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness: IV. RicercareEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Alexia Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago
Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness: V. Ballo mortaleEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Alexia Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago
Fatal Harmonies of Black Sweetness: VI. Passacaglia Della Morte - Morire d'asfissia su un'altalenaEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Alexia Eichhorn, Gabriel Venzago
Symphony No. 8 "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity": I. China "The Birth of the Bell Sound"Enjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Julia Sophie Wagner, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Gabriel Venzago
Symphony No. 8 "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity": II. The Fragrance of Small BellsEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Julia Sophie Wagner, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Gabriel Venzago
Symphony No. 8 "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity": III. Divine Sound "The Fright of the Demons"Enjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Gabriel Venzago
Symphony No. 8 "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity": IV. The Bells "A Tribute to William Byrd"Enjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Gabriel Venzago
Symphony No. 8 "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity": V. The LongingEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Julia Sophie Wagner, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Gabriel Venzago
Symphony No. 8 "The Bell - Bridge to Infinity": VI. Finale. Dona nobis pacemEnjott Schneider, Bodensee Philharmonie, Julia Sophie Wagner, Chor der KlangVerwaltung, Gabriel Venzago