Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of classical clarinet music with Sabine Meyer's captivating album, "Werke für Klarinette und Orchester." Released in 1985 under the Warner Classics International label, this album is a testament to Meyer's virtuosity and her deep connection with the clarinet.
The album spans a diverse range of compositions, showcasing the clarinet's versatility and expressive power. It begins with Weber's Clarinet Quintet in B-Flat Major, Op. 34, J. 182, a piece that highlights Meyer's technical prowess and emotional depth. The album also features works by Baermann, Mendelssohn, and Krommer, each offering a unique perspective on the clarinet's role in orchestral music.
Meyer's performance is accompanied by the Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, conducted by Jörg Faerber, creating a rich and dynamic soundscape. The album's duration of 1 hour and 16 minutes offers a substantial exploration of the clarinet's potential, from the lively Allegro of Weber's quintet to the delicate Adagio of Baermann's clarinet quintet.
This album is a must-listen for classical music enthusiasts and clarinet aficionados alike. Sabine Meyer's masterful playing and the orchestra's exquisite support make this a standout recording in the world of classical music.
Weber: Clarinet Quintet in B-Flat Major, Op. 34, J. 182: I. Allegro (Version with String Orchestra)Carl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Weber: Clarinet Quintet in B-Flat Major, Op. 34, J. 182: II. Fantasia. Adagio ma non troppo (Version with String Orchestra)Carl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Weber: Clarinet Quintet in B-Flat Major, Op. 34, J. 182: III. Menuetto. Capriccio presto - Trio (Version with String Orchestra)Carl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Weber: Clarinet Quintet in B-Flat Major, Op. 34, J. 182: IV. Rondo. Allegro giocoso (Version with String Orchestra)Carl Maria von Weber, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Baermann: Clarinet Quintet No. 3, Op. 23: II. Adagio (Version with String Orchestra, Formerly Attributed to Wagner)Heinrich Joseph Baermann, Wolfgang Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mendelssohn: Concert Piece No. 1 in F Major, Op. 113, MWV Q23Felix Mendelssohn, Sabine Meyer, Wolfgang Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Mendelssohn: Concert Piece No. 2 in D Minor, Op. 114, MWV Q24Felix Mendelssohn, Sabine Meyer, Wolfgang Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Krommer: Konzert für 2 Klarinetten und Orchester in E-Flat Major, Op. 91: I. AllegroFranz Krommer, Sabine Meyer, Wolfgang Meyer, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn, Jörg Faerber
Krommer: Konzert für 2 Klarinetten und Orchester in E-Flat Major, Op. 91: II. AdagioFranz Krommer, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Krommer: Konzert für 2 Klarinetten und Orchester in E-Flat Major, Op. 91: III. Alla PolaccaFranz Krommer, Sabine Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn
Rossini: Variationen für Klarinette und kleines Orchester C MajorGioachino Rossini, Wolfgang Meyer, Jörg Faerber, Württembergisches Kammerorchester Heilbronn