Dive into the avant-garde world of George Crumb with his captivating album "Crumb: Makrokosmos I & II." Released on September 1, 2015, under the NEOS Music label, this chamber music collection is a testament to Crumb's innovative compositional style. Spanning a total of 24 tracks and clocking in at just over an hour and twelve minutes, this album is a journey through Crumb's unique musical universe.
The album is divided into two main parts, Makrokosmos I and Makrokosmos II, each containing three sections with four pieces. Each piece is intricately titled and associated with a zodiac sign, adding an astrological layer to the musical experience. From the haunting "Primeval Sounds (Cancer)" to the ethereal "Agnus Dei (Capricorn)," Crumb's compositions are a blend of the mystical and the modern.
Markus Stange's performance brings Crumb's vision to life, showcasing the pianist's technical prowess and interpretive depth. The album is a must-listen for fans of avant-garde and chamber music, offering a rich and complex listening experience. Whether you're a seasoned Crumb enthusiast or a newcomer to his work, "Crumb: Makrokosmos I & II" is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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Tracks
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 1: No. 1, Primeval sounds (Cancer)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 1: No. 2, Proteus (Pisces)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 1: No. 3, Pastorale (Taurus)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 1: No. 4, Crucifixus (Capricorn)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 2: No. 5, The Phantom Gondolier (Scorpio)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 2: No. 6, Night-Spell I (Sagittarius)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 2: No. 7, Music of Shadows (Libra)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 2: No. 8, The Magic Circle of Infinity (Leo)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 3: No. 9, The Abyss of Time (Virgo)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 3: No. 10, The Spring-Fire (Aries)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 3: No. 11, Dream Images (Gemini)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos I, Pt. 3: No. 12, Spiral Galaxy (Aquarius)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 1: No. 1, Morning Music (Cancer)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 1: No. 2, The Mystic Chord (Sagittarius)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 1: No. 3, Rain-Death Variations (Pisces)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 1: No. 4, Twin Suns (Gemini)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 2: No. 5, Ghost-Nocturne. For the Druids of Stonehenge (Virgo)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 2: No. 6, Gargoyles (Taurus)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 2: No. 7, Tora! Tora! (Scorpio)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 2: No. 8, A Prophecy of Nostradamus (Aries)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 3: No. 9, Cosmic Wind (Libra)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 3: No. 10, Voices from Corona Borealis (Aquarius)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 3: No. 11, Litany of the Galactic Bells (Leo)George Crumb, Markus Stange
Makrokosmos II, Pt. 3: No. 12, Agnus Dei (Capricorn)George Crumb, Markus Stange
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