Jake Heggie's "Heggie: HERE/AFTER" is a captivating journey through a diverse landscape of musical storytelling, released on October 1, 2013, under the Pentatone label. Spanning over two hours, this album is a testament to Heggie's prowess in blending narrative and music, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that resonate with depth and emotion.
The album opens with "Camille Claudel, Into the Fire," a six-movement suite that delves into the tumultuous life and art of the French sculptor Camille Claudel. Each movement paints a vivid picture, from the prelude to the poignant epilogue, culminating in a haunting visit to the Montdevergues Asylum.
"Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston" is another standout, a six-part work that weaves together personal recollections and collective memories of the September 11 attacks. Heggie's sensitive handling of this sensitive subject matter creates a powerful and moving experience.
"Soliloquy for flute and piano" offers a moment of introspection, showcasing Heggie's ability to craft intimate and reflective pieces. The album continues with "Friendly Persuasions," a four-movement work inspired by notable figures in the arts, and "Rise and Fall," a suite that explores themes of transformation and transcendence.
"A Question of Light" and "Fury of Light" are two more suites that highlight Heggie's versatility. The former is a six-part exploration of light and its metaphorical significance, while the latter is a four-movement work that ranges from frenetic energy to contemplative stillness.
Throughout "Heggie: HERE/AFTER," Jake Heggie demonstrates his remarkable ability to tell stories through music, creating a collection of works that are as engaging as they are profound. This album is a must-listen for anyone interested in contemporary classical music and the power of narrative in composition.
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Tracks
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: I. Prelude. RodinJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: II. La ValseJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: III. ShakuntalaJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: IV. La Petite ChâtelaineJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: V. The GossipsJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: VI. L'Age MûrJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Camille Claudel, Into the Fire: Epilogue. Jessie Lipscomb visits Camille Claudel, Montdevergues AsylumJake Heggie, Joyce DiDonato, Alexander String Quartet
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: I. Prelude. LaurenJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Ekaterina Gorlova, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: II. LessonsJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: III. Phone CallsJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: IV. That Moment OnJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: V. BeyondJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Ashley Traughber, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz, Emil Miland
Pieces of 9/11, Memories from Houston: VI. An Open BookJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne, Nathan Gunn, Ekaterina Gorlova, Ashley Traughber, Dawn Walker, Dawn Harms, Marc Teicholz
Soliloquy for flute and pianoJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Friendly Persuasions: I. Wanda LandowskaJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Friendly Persuasions: II. Pierre BernacJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Friendly Persuasions: III. Raymonde LinossierJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Friendly Persuasions: IV. Paul EluardJake Heggie, Stephen Costello, Carol Wincenc, José González, Emil Miland
Rise and Fall: I. Water StoneJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
Rise and Fall: II. Incantation BowlJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
Rise and Fall: III. Angels' WingsJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
Rise and Fall: IV. The ShamanJake Heggie, Talise Trevigne
A Question of Light: I. The Light of CoincidencesJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: II. Eccentric FlintJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: III. Yellow Rose in a VaseJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: IV. Place de la ConcordeJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: V. El HombreJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
A Question of Light: VI. WatchJake Heggie, Nathan Gunn
Fury of Light: I. FastJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Fury of Light: II. ElegyJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Fury of Light: III. MeditationJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
Fury of Light: IV. Very FastJake Heggie, Carol Wincenc
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