Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alfredo Casella's neoclassical compositions with this 2015 release from Chandos. This album showcases Casella's mastery of orchestral arrangement and his unique blend of romantic and modernist influences. The centerpiece is his Symphony No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 5, a powerful and dramatic work that demonstrates Casella's ability to create compelling narratives through music. The symphony's four movements take the listener on a journey from the somber and introspective to the energetic and triumphant. Complementing the symphony are the five Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19, which offer a glimpse into Casella's ability to evoke vivid imagery and atmosphere through music. The album concludes with the hauntingly beautiful Elegia eroica, Op. 29, a testament to Casella's ability to convey deep emotion and pathos. With the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra under the direction of Gianandrea Noseda and featuring the soprano vocals of Gillian Keith, this album is a must-listen for any fan of classical music.
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Tracks
5 Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19: I. Marche de fêteAlfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda
5 Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19: II. Ronde d'enfantsAlfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda
5 Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19: III. Con moto, molto appassionatoAlfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda, Gillian Keith
5 Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19: III. SarabandeAlfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda
5 Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19: IV. Pas des vieilles damesAlfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda
5 Symphonic Fragments from "Le couvent sur l'eau", Op. 19: V. NocturneAlfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda
Elegia eroica, Op. 29Alfredo Casella, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra, Gianandrea Noseda
Symphony No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 5: I. Lento, grave - Più mossoAlfredo Casella, Gianandrea Noseda, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 5: II. Adagio, quasi andanteAlfredo Casella, Gianandrea Noseda, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 5: III. Lento molto - Poco più mossoAlfredo Casella, Gianandrea Noseda, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
Symphony No. 1 in B Minor, Op. 5: III. Finale. Allegro vivo, energicoAlfredo Casella, Gianandrea Noseda, BBC Philharmonic Orchestra
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