Dive into the avant-garde and neoclassical realms with Hans Werner Henze's captivating album, released in 1996. This collection, spanning 1 hour and 15 minutes, is a testament to Henze's mastery of composition, featuring three distinct works that showcase his unique musical vision. The album opens with "Cantata of the Ultimate Fable," a poetic and dramatic piece inspired by Elsa Morante's poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema." This cantata is a journey through various musical landscapes, from the reflective "Solo chi ama conosce" to the lively "Sei tu Giulietta?" and the choral "La bella trama, adorata dal mio cuore."
Following the cantata, the album presents "Muses of Sicily," a suite composed in 1966 that evokes the spirit of the Italian island through its three movements: the pastoral "Pastorale," the contemplative "Adagio," and the energetic "Silenus. Vivace." The album concludes with "Moralities," a 1967 work that explores themes of morality and human experience through three contrasting pieces: the whimsical "In Urzeiten lebten friedlich," the stark "Ehe Zeit war, zu des Anfangs Beginn," and the dramatic "Ein Schiff stach in See, verließ den Hafen."
Performed by the Gewandhausorchester Leipzig, this album is a rich tapestry of sound that highlights Henze's innovative approach to composition and his deep connection to literary and philosophical themes. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a curious explorer of avant-garde sounds, this album offers a rewarding and thought-provoking listening experience. The album is released by Deutsche Grammophon, a label renowned for its commitment to artistic excellence.
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "Solo chi ama conosce" - Andante ma non troppoHans Werner Henze, Edda Moser, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "Sei tu Giulietta?" - AllegrettoHans Werner Henze, Edda Moser, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "Sono i tuoi giorni un prato lucente" - AllegrettoHans Werner Henze, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "Tu eri il paggio favorito alla corte d'Oriente" - Allegretto (lo stesso tempo)Hans Werner Henze, Edda Moser, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "La bella trama, adorata dal mio cuore" - CoraleHans Werner Henze, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "Quando mi sei vicino" - AndanteHans Werner Henze, Edda Moser, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor
Cantata Of The Ultimate Fable On The Poem "Tu sei la fiaba estrema": "Passa la cacciatrice lunare" - Meno mossoHans Werner Henze, Edda Moser, Instrumentalists of the Berlin Philharmonic Chamber Orchestra, RIAS Kammerchor
Muses Of Sicily (1966): 1. PastoraleHans Werner Henze, Joseph Rollino, Paul Sheftel, Members of the Staatskapelle Dresden, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Muses Of Sicily (1966): 2. AdagioHans Werner Henze, Joseph Rollino, Paul Sheftel, Members of the Staatskapelle Dresden, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Muses Of Sicily (1966): 3. Silenus. VivaceHans Werner Henze, Joseph Rollino, Paul Sheftel, Members of the Staatskapelle Dresden, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Moralities (1967): 1. "In Urzeiten lebten friedlich" - Higgeli Pigelli"Hans Werner Henze, Friedemann Jaeckel, Titus Paspirgilis, Dieter Leffler, Frieder Lang, Andreas Scheibner, Cornelius Schwarz, Gewandhausorchester, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Moralities (1967): 2. "Ehe Zeit war, zu des Anfangs Beginn" - "Schwarz sollt ihr sein"Hans Werner Henze, Friedemann Jaeckel, Dieter Leffler, Titus Paspirgilis, Frieder Lang, Andreas Scheibner, Cornelius Schwarz, Gewandhausorchester, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Moralities (1967): 3. "Ein Schiff stach in See, verließ den Hafen" - Rauh wird die NachtHans Werner Henze, Friedemann Jaeckel, Dieter Leffler, Titus Paspirgilis, Andreas Scheibner, Cornelius Schwarz, Frieder Lang, Gewandhausorchester, Dresdner Kreuzchor
Hans Werner Henze was a German composer whose extensive body of work is a testament to his eclectic tastes and open-minded approach to music. Throughout his career, Henze drew inspiration from a wide range of influences, including serialism, atonality, the works of Igor Stravinsky, Italian and Arabic music, and even jazz. This diverse palette of inspirations is reflected in his compositions, which span various genres and styles, with a particular emphasis on avant-garde and neoclassical music. Henze's stage works, in particular, showcase his lifelong dedication to creating music for the theater, offering audiences a rich and immersive experience that goes beyond the ordinary. His unique blend of influences and commitment to innovation make Hans Werner Henze a captivating figure in the world of classical music.
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