Immerse yourself in the avant-garde world of Anton Webern with "Charles Rosen Plays Webern," a captivating album released in 1978 under Sony Classical. This collection is a testament to Webern's radical and lyrical compositions, spanning a variety of genres including chamber music and piano works. The album features a diverse range of pieces, from the intimate vocal works like "Fünf Lieder aus 'Der Siebente Ring', Op. 3" to the intricate "4 Pieces for Violin & Piano, Op. 7" and the profound "Quartet, Op. 22." Charles Rosen's masterful interpretation brings out the essence of Webern's music, making this album a cornerstone for any classical music enthusiast. With a duration of 49 minutes, this album offers a concise yet profound exploration of Webern's innovative and poetic compositions.
(P) 1978 Sony Music Entertainment
Tracks
Fünf Lieder aus "Der Siebente Ring", Op. 3: I. Dies ist ein Lied für dich alleinAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder aus "Der Siebente Ring", Op. 3: II. Im WindeswebenAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder aus "Der Siebente Ring", Op. 3: III. An Baches RanftAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder aus "Der Siebente Ring", Op. 3: IV. Im MorgentaunAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder aus "Der Siebente Ring", Op. 3: V. Kahl reckt der BaumAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder zu Gedichten von Stefan George, Op. 4: I. EingangAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder zu Gedichten von Stefan George, Op. 4: II. Noch zwingt mich TreueAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder zu Gedichten von Stefan George, Op. 4: III. Ja Heil und Dank dirAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder zu Gedichten von Stefan George, Op. 4: IV. So ich traurig binAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Fünf Lieder zu Gedichten von Stefan George, Op. 4: V. Ihr tratet zu dem HerdeAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
4 Pieces for Violin & Piano, Op. 7: I. Sehr langsamAnton Webern, Isaac Stern
4 Pieces for Violin & Piano, Op. 7: II. RaschAnton Webern, Isaac Stern
4 Pieces for Violin & Piano, Op. 7: III. Sehr langsamAnton Webern, Isaac Stern
4 Pieces for Violin & Piano, Op. 7: IV. BewegtAnton Webern, Isaac Stern
3 Pieces for Cello and Piano, Op. 11: I. Mäßige AchtelAnton Webern, Charles Rosen, Gregor Piatigorsky
3 Pieces for Cello and Piano, Op. 11: II. Sehr bewegtAnton Webern, Charles Rosen, Gregor Piatigorsky
3 Pieces for Cello and Piano, Op. 11: III. Äußerst ruhigAnton Webern, Charles Rosen, Gregor Piatigorsky
Vier Lieder für Gesang und Klavier, Op. 12: I. Der Tag ist vergangenAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Vier Lieder für Gesang und Klavier, Op. 12: II. Die geheimnisvolle FlöteAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Vier Lieder für Gesang und Klavier, Op. 12: III. Schien mir's, als ich sah die SonneAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Vier Lieder für Gesang und Klavier, Op. 12: IV. Gleich und gleichAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Quartet, Op. 22: I. Sehr mäßigAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez
Quartet, Op. 22: II. Sehr schwungvollAnton Webern, Pierre Boulez
Drei Lieder aus "Viae inviae", Op. 23: I. Das Dunkle HerzAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Drei Lieder aus "Viae inviae", Op. 23: II. Es stürzt aus Höhen FrischeAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Drei Lieder aus "Viae inviae", Op. 23: III. Herr Jesus meinAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
3 Lieder nach Gedichten von Hildegard Jone, Op. 25: I. Wie bin ich froh!Anton Webern, Charles Rosen
3 Lieder nach Gedichten von Hildegard Jone, Op. 25: II. Des Herzens PurpurvogelAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
3 Lieder nach Gedichten von Hildegard Jone, Op. 25: III. Sterne, Ihr silbernen BienenAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Variations for Piano, Op. 27: I. Sehr mässigAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Variations for Piano, Op. 27: II. Sehr schnellAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Variations for Piano, Op. 27: III. Ruhig fliessendAnton Webern, Charles Rosen
Anton Webern, born in Vienna in 1883, was an Austrian composer and conductor whose innovative approach to music left an indelible mark on the 20th century. A key figure in the Second Viennese School, alongside Arnold Schoenberg and Alban Berg, Webern is renowned for his pioneering use of atonality and the twelve-tone technique. His compositions, often concise and structurally rigorous, reflect his deep study of both historical music and the avant-garde teachings of his time. Webern's works, primarily in the genres of avant-garde and chamber music, continue to inspire and challenge musicians and enthusiasts alike, offering a rich exploration of sound and form. His legacy is celebrated through his extensive catalogue of works, which remain as relevant and influential today as they were during his lifetime.
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