Jan Vičar's "Way to the Sun" is a captivating orchestral journey released on June 16, 2017, under the ArcoDiva label. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes, this album is a testament to Vičar's compositional prowess, offering a diverse and engaging exploration of musical landscapes.
The album opens with the ceremonial "Fanfares of the Palacký University," setting a grand and inspiring tone. It then delves into the four-movement "Music for Strings and Timpani," showcasing Vičar's ability to craft intricate and dynamic compositions. The playful and folkloric suite "On Kate and with Kate" follows, comprising 19 distinct pieces that weave a narrative tapestry, each track offering a unique emotional and musical flavor.
Vičar's compositions are characterized by their rich orchestration and melodic depth, blending classical elegance with a touch of whimsy and narrative intrigue. "Way to the Sun" is not just a collection of tracks but a cohesive musical experience that invites listeners to immerse themselves in the world Jan Vičar has created. Whether you're a fan of classical music or simply appreciate well-crafted compositions, this album offers a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
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Tracks
Fanfares of the Palacký UniversityJan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
Music for Strings and Timpani: I. CantandoJan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Marek Štilec
Music for Strings and Timpani: II. EnergicoJan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Marek Štilec
Music for Strings and Timpani: III. MonotematicoJan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Marek Štilec
Music for Strings and Timpani: IV. FinaleJan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Marek Štilec
Vivat universitas!: I. —Jan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
Vivat universitas!: II. —Jan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
Vivat universitas!: III. —Jan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
The Goddess of ŽítkováJan Vičar, Barbora Polášková, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Marek Štilec
On Kate and with Kate: No. 1, Kate, Come Home!Jan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 2, Kate Climbs a Birch TreeJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 3, Kate HasJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 4, Play the Song I LikeJan Vičar, Barbora Polášková, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No. 5, No Maid Is So NimbleJan Vičar, Barbora Polášková, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No. 6, Our Kate Is WeepingJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 7, Our Kate Is WeepingJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 8, Our Kate Put More Wood on the FireJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 9, Joey, Oh JoeyJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 10, Listen, You PeopleJan Vičar, Jiří Přibyl, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 11, I Am So Fond of My Curly-Haired KateJan Vičar, Jiří Přibyl, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No. 12, It Serves Her Right, KateJan Vičar, Jiří Přibyl, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No.13, In the Black ForestJan Vičar, Barbora Polášková, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No. 14, Walking down BrodJan Vičar, Barbora Polášková, Jiří Přibyl, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No. 15, On Saint Catherine's DayJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 16, Wild DuckJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 17, I Lost My ApronJan Vičar, Barbora Polášková, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
On Kate and with Kate: No. 18, I Am So Very LightJan Vičar, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Petr Vronsky, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra
On Kate and with Kate: No. 19, ConclusionJan Vičar, Jiří Přibyl, Czech Children's Choir Jitro, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky
The Way to TheJan Vičar, Moravian Philharmonic Orchestra, Petr Vronsky