Guillaume Connesson's captivating album, Lost Horizon, is a masterful blend of orchestral pieces that transport listeners to a world of wonder and awe. Released on 12 April 2019 by Universal Music Division Decca Records France, this stunning collection showcases Connesson's incredible skill as a composer.
The album is divided into several distinct works, each with its own unique character and charm. 'Les cités de Lovecraft' is a three-part piece that evokes the eerie and mystical worlds of H.P. Lovecraft's fiction, while 'A kind of Trane - Concerto for saxophone and orchestra' is a vibrant tribute to the legendary jazz saxophonist John Coltrane. The 'Les horizons perdus - Concerto for violin and orchestra' is a sweeping four-part work that conjures up images of exotic landscapes and forgotten paradises.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 26 minutes, Lost Horizon is a substantial and satisfying listen that will appeal to fans of classical music and beyond. Throughout the album, Connesson's innovative and expressive compositions are brought to life by talented musicians, resulting in a rich and immersive listening experience. Guillaume Connesson's Lost Horizon is a must-listen for anyone who appreciates beautiful, intricate music that pushes the boundaries of classical composition.
Les cités de Lovecraft: I. CéléphaïsGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic
Les cités de Lovecraft: II. KadathGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic
Les cités de Lovecraft: III. La cité du soleil couchantGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic
A kind of Trane - Concerto for saxophone and orchestra: I. There is none otherGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Timothy McAllister
A kind of Trane - Concerto for saxophone and orchestra: II. BalladeGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Timothy McAllister
A kind of Trane - Concerto for saxophone and orchestra: III. Coltrane on the dancefloorGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Timothy McAllister
Les horizons perdus - Concerto for violin and orchestra: I. Premier voyageGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Renaud Capuçon
Les horizons perdus - Concerto for violin and orchestra: II. Shangri-La 1Guillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Renaud Capuçon
Les horizons perdus - Concerto for violin and orchestra: III. Deuxième voyageGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Renaud Capuçon
Les horizons perdus - Concerto for violin and orchestra: IV. Shangri-La 2Guillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic, Renaud Capuçon
Le tombeau des regretsGuillaume Connesson, Stéphane Denève, Brussels Philharmonic