Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Wilhelm Stenhammar's "Piano Concerto No. 1 & Fragment from Symphony No. 3," a classical masterpiece released in 1992 under the Chandos label. This album is a testament to Stenhammar's genius, featuring the Royal Stockholm Philharmonic Orchestra under the baton of Gennady Rozhdestvensky, with Mats Widlund on piano.
The album opens with the powerful and dramatic Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-Flat Minor, Op. 1, a work that showcases Stenhammar's ability to blend romanticism and modernism. The concerto is divided into four movements, each offering a unique emotional landscape. The first movement, "Molto moderato e maestoso," sets a grand and solemn tone, while the second movement, "Scherzo. Vivacissimo," is a lively and playful interlude. The third movement, "Andante," provides a moment of introspection and beauty, and the final movement, "Allegro commodo," brings the concerto to a thrilling and energetic conclusion.
Following the concerto, the album presents a fragment of the first movement of Stenhammar's Symphony No. 3. This piece offers a glimpse into Stenhammar's symphonic writing, characterized by its rich harmonies and intricate orchestration.
Recorded in May 1992, this album captures the essence of Stenhammar's music with exceptional clarity and depth. Whether you're a seasoned classical music enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, this album is sure to captivate and inspire.
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