Discover the captivating world of Johann Baptist Vanhal, a prolific yet underappreciated composer of the Classical era, with this 2012 release from CPO. The album presents a trio of Vanhal's works, showcasing his mastery of symphonic and concerto forms. The journey begins with the vibrant Symphony in C Major, a three-movement work that demonstrates Vanhal's ability to blend Viennese elegance with personal expressiveness. The album continues with the Cello Concerto in C Major, featuring the Weinamnn IId, C1, which offers a delightful interplay between soloist and orchestra. The final piece, the Symphony in E Minor, is a poignant and dramatic work that highlights Vanhal's skill in evoking a range of emotions. With a total runtime of 54 minutes, this album is a concise yet comprehensive introduction to Vanhal's musical genius, perfect for both classical enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
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Tracks
Symphony in C Major, Bryan C9: I. AllegroJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Symphony in C Major, Bryan C9: II. CantabileJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Symphony in C Major, Bryan C9: III. Allegro moltoJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Cello Concerto in C Major, Weinamnn IId, C1: I. Allegro moderatoJohann Baptist Vanhal, Istvan Vardai, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Cello Concerto in C Major, Weinamnn IId, C1: II. AdagioJohann Baptist Vanhal, Istvan Vardai, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Cello Concerto in C Major, Weinamnn IId, C1: III. Finale. AllegroJohann Baptist Vanhal, Istvan Vardai, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Symphony in E Minor, e2: I. Allegro moderatoJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Symphony in E Minor, e2: II. CantabileJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Symphony in E Minor, e2: III. Menuetto ma un poco allegrettoJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths
Symphony in E Minor, e2: IV. AllegroJohann Baptist Vanhal, Camerata Schweiz, Howard Griffiths