Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Erik Lotichius with his 2013 album "Mood Indigo: Symphonic Music of Erik Lotichius." This enchanting collection of symphonic works showcases Lotichius' unique compositional voice, blending classical elegance with contemporary influences. The album opens with a stunning set of variations on Duke Ellington's iconic "Mood Indigo," demonstrating Lotichius' ability to reinterpret jazz standards with orchestral sophistication. The centerpiece of the album is the Piano Concerto No. 1, a three-movement work that highlights the dynamic interplay between soloist and orchestra. Also featured are four songs set to American poetry, offering a lyrical and introspective contrast to the more expansive orchestral pieces. The album concludes with a lively ragtime piece, adding a touch of rhythmic vitality to the program. With a running time of just under an hour, "Mood Indigo" offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that is sure to delight fans of contemporary classical music.
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Tracks
Variations and Finale on Mood Indigo: With Expression: Blues tempo (After D. Ellington's Mood Indigo)Erik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 1: L'istesso tempoErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 2: TranquilloErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 3: AllegroErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 4: L'istesso tempoErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 5: LargoErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 6: L'istesso tempoErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 7: AllegrettoErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 8: Allegro ma non troppoErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variation 9: TranquilloErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Variations and Finale on Mood Indigo: Finale. Molto vivace (After D. Ellington's Mood Indigo)Erik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra: I. Poco allegroErik Lotichius, Sandro Ivo Bartoli, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra: II. AndanteErik Lotichius, Sandro Ivo Bartoli, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Concerto No. 1 for Piano and Orchestra: III. Allegro moderatoErik Lotichius, Sandro Ivo Bartoli, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Four Songs on American Poetry: No. 1, Poem in Three PartsErik Lotichius, Miranda Van Kralingen, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Four Songs on American Poetry: No. 2, It Really Must Be NiceErik Lotichius, Miranda Van Kralingen, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Four Songs on American Poetry: No. 3, What Lips My Lips Have KissedErik Lotichius, Miranda Van Kralingen, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Four Songs on American Poetry: No. 4, I Like My BodyErik Lotichius, Miranda Van Kralingen, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
Ragtime: VivaceErik Lotichius, St. Petersburg Academic Symphony Orchestra, Vladimir Lande
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