Immerse yourself in the profound and captivating world of Ture Rangström's orchestral masterpieces with the release of "Rangström: Complete Symphonies." This monumental collection, spanning nearly three hours, brings together all four of Rangström's symphonies, each a testament to his unique compositional voice and deep emotional resonance.
The journey begins with the dramatic and evocative Symphony No. 1, "August Strindberg in Memoriam," a four-movement work that pays homage to the renowned Swedish playwright. The symphony's intense and expressive nature sets the stage for the musical exploration that follows.
Symphony No. 2, "Mitt land," offers a more introspective and fantastical journey, with its three movements painting vivid sonic landscapes. The Intermezzo drammatico, a five-movement suite, showcases Rangström's ability to convey a wide range of emotions and moods, from the pathetic to the elegiac.
The third symphony, "Sang under stjärnorna," is a luminous and expansive work that reflects Rangström's deep connection to nature and the cosmos. The final symphony, "Invocatio," is a powerful and dramatic work that brings the collection to a close with its intense and impassioned finale.
Recorded with meticulous attention to detail and performed by a stellar ensemble, this album is a essential addition to any classical music lover's collection. Whether you're a longtime fan of Rangström's music or a newcomer to his work, this comprehensive collection offers a rich and rewarding listening experience that highlights the full range of his symphonic output.
Symphony No. 1 in C-Sharp Minor "August Strindberg in Memoriam": I. Jasningstid. Allegro entusiasticoTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 1 in C-Sharp Minor "August Strindberg in Memoriam": II. Legend. Andante seriosoTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 1 in C-Sharp Minor "August Strindberg in Memoriam": III. Trollruna. Sostenuto - Presto turbulentoTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 1 in C-Sharp Minor "August Strindberg in Memoriam": IV. Kamp. Allegro eroicaTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Spring HymnTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 2 in D Minor "Mitt land": I. Sagan. Allegretto grave e fantasticoTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 2 in D Minor "Mitt land": II. Skogen, vägen, sommarnatten. Andante e scherzo all' improvvisazioneTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 2 in D Minor "Mitt land": III. Drömmen. Allegro energico e maestosoTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Intermezzo drammatico: V. Alla marcia. Allegro risolutoTure Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 3 in D-Flat Major "Sang under stjärnorna"Ture Rangström, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor "Invocatio": I. Preludio. Largo pesanteTure Rangström, Mark Fahlsjo, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor "Invocatio": II. Alla toccata. Allegro arrabbiatoTure Rangström, Mark Fahlsjo, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor "Invocatio": III. Intermezzo. Allegretto malinconico, sotto voceTure Rangström, Mark Fahlsjo, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor "Invocatio": IV. Recitativo ed arioso. Andante lento ed adagioTure Rangström, Mark Fahlsjo, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski
Symphony No. 4 in D Minor "Invocatio": V. Finale. Grave, presto ed largo maestosoTure Rangström, Mark Fahlsjo, Norrköping Symphony Orchestra, Michail Jurowski