Pierne: Ramuntcho Suites Nos. 1 and 2 / Cydalise et le Chèvre-pied Suites Nos. 1 and 2 (excerpts)
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GABRIEL PIERNE
Pierne: Ramuntcho Suites Nos. 1 and 2 / Cydalise et le Chèvre-pied Suites Nos. 1 and 2 (excerpts)
Lille National Orchestra, Darrell Ang
[ Naxos / CD ]
Release Date: Friday 19 November 2021
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This recording is a tribute to the chromatic harp, which, with its rich colours and theatrical effects, was perfectly tuned to the impressionist and art nouveau atmosphere of the turn of the 20th century. Geoffrey Gordon's Jeux de Création is inspired by music from the 1920s, using both traditional and extended techniques, drawing on themes by Milhaud and Debussy to portray the past and present. Reflecting this aesthetic, the other works in this programme include the artistry of Ravel and Fauré, the quasi-orchestral effects of Debussy's Danses, and Caplet's sensuous and spectacular Divertissements.
"...the writing is distinguished by a richness of melody and characterisation that withstands repeated listening...this new recording provides an excellent introduction to the composer's music." Gramophone
"The music is full of colour, life and variety, the extracts from the ballet rather more lavishly scored and exotic than those from the incidental music, but all of it marked by a strong command of orchestral colour, a clear-sighted narrative thread and a highly-inventive streak which means that every individual piece stands out as a distinct and enthralling musical picture." MusicWeb
Tracks:
Ramuntcho Suite No. 1
Ramuntcho Suite No. 2
Cydalise et le Chèvre-pied Suite No. 1 (excerpts)
Cydalise et le Chèvre-pied Suite No. 2
