Dive into the captivating world of Thomas Adès with his latest release, "Thomas Adès: Orchestral Suites." This album, set to release on April 4, 2025, under the London Philharmonic Orchestra label, is a symphonic journey through the composer's operatic and ballet suites. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 10 minutes, the album features 21 tracks that showcase Adès' mastery of classical piano and orchestral arrangements.
The album is a compilation of substantial suites from Adès' renowned operas "Powder Her Face" and "The Tempest," along with the "Inferno Suite." Each suite is a testament to Adès' unique compositional style, blending intricate melodies with powerful orchestrations. The "Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face" and "Five Spells from The Tempest" offer a glimpse into Adès' operatic genius, while the "Inferno Suite" delves into the darker, more dramatic aspects of his musical repertoire.
Conducted by Adès himself, this album is a rare opportunity to experience the composer's vision firsthand. The London Philharmonic Orchestra brings Adès' compositions to life with their exceptional skill and precision, making this album a standout in the classical music genre. Whether you're a long-time fan of Adès' work or a newcomer to his music, "Thomas Adès: Orchestral Suites" is an essential addition to your collection.
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Tracks
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: I. OvertureThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: II. Scene with SongThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: III. Wedding MarchThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: IV. WaltzThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: V. OdeThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: VI. PaperchaseThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: VII. Hotel Manager's Aria "It is too late"Thomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Luxury Suite from Powder Her Face: VIII. FinaleThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Five Spells from The Tempest: I. Overture (Storm)Thomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Five Spells from The Tempest: II. Ariel and ProsperoThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Five Spells from The Tempest: III. Ferdinand and MirandaThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Five Spells from The Tempest: IV. The FeastThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Five Spells from The Tempest: V. Prospero's Farewell - CalibanThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: I. Abandon HopeThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: II. The Selfish - stung by waspsThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: III. The FerrymanThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: IV. Pavan of the Souls in LimboThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: X. The Popes' Adagio - heads firstThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: XI. The Hypocrites - in coats of leadThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: XII. The Thieves - devoured by snakesThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
Inferno Suite: XIII. Satan - in the lake of iceThomas Adès, London Philharmonic Orchestra
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