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Seiber: Ulysses

Mátyás Seiber

2015
9 tracks
1 uur, 15 min

Album Details

Immerse yourself in the intricate and evocative world of Mátyás Seiber's "Ulysses" with this captivating album released on Lyrita. Spanning a duration of 1 hour and 15 minutes, this musical journey is a testament to Seiber's mastery of composition, offering a rich tapestry of sounds that weave together to create a compelling narrative.

The album opens with the six-part suite "Ulysses," inspired by James Joyce's epic novel. Seiber's music deftly captures the essence of the literary work, with each movement offering a unique perspective on the themes of evolution, involution, and introspection. From the ethereal "Heaventree" to the reflective "Epilogue," this suite is a journey in itself, showcasing Seiber's ability to translate complex ideas into powerful musical expressions.

Following the "Ulysses" suite, the album presents "Elegy for Solo Viola and Small Orchestra," a poignant piece that highlights the expressive capabilities of the viola. The elegy is followed by three fragments from Seiber's score for the BBC's 1960 television adaptation of "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man." These fragments offer a glimpse into Seiber's versatility as a composer, with each movement presenting a distinct mood and atmosphere.

Throughout the album, Seiber's compositions are brought to life by a talented ensemble, with each note and nuance expertly performed. The result is a cohesive and engaging listening experience that is sure to captivate both longtime fans of Seiber's work and those discovering his music for the first time.

Tracks

Ulysses: The HeaventreeMátyás Seiber, Alexander Young, David Atherton, London Symphony Orchestra
8:55
Ulysses: Meditations of Evolution Increasingly VasterMátyás Seiber, Alexander Young, David Atherton, London Symphony Orchestra
12:52
Ulysses: Meditations of InvolutionMátyás Seiber, Alexander Young, David Atherton, London Symphony Orchestra
8:38
Ulysses: Nocturne IntermezzoMátyás Seiber, Alexander Young, David Atherton, London Symphony Orchestra
7:31
Ulysses: EpilogueMátyás Seiber, Alexander Young, David Atherton, London Symphony Orchestra
10:55
Elegy for Solo Viola and Small OrchestraMátyás Seiber, Cecil Aronowitz, London Symphony Orchestra
8:09
Three Fragments from 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man': I. LentoMátyás Seiber, Sir Peter Pears, London Symphony Orchestra
6:52
Three Fragments from 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man': II. FeroceMátyás Seiber, Sir Peter Pears, London Symphony Orchestra
2:39
Three Fragments from 'A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man': III. Lento, sognandoMátyás Seiber, Sir Peter Pears, London Symphony Orchestra
8:58

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About Mátyás Seiber

Mátyás Seiber, born in Budapest in 1905, was a Hungarian composer who made a significant impact on the music world, particularly in England where he lived from 1935 until his death in 1960. Trained at the Budapest Academy of Music under the renowned Zoltán Kodály, Seiber's early musical education was deeply influenced by his mother, a piano teacher. His compositions, such as the "Erdélyi rapszódia" (1941) and "Fantasia concertante" for violin and string orchestra (1944), showcase his unique blend of Hungarian folk influences and modern classical techniques. Seiber's work extended beyond instrumental music to include vocal pieces like the cantata "Ulysses" (1947), inspired by James Joyce's epic novel. His legacy continues to be celebrated, with events like the 120th anniversary of his birth being marked by institutions such as the Liszt Institute in London. Seiber's music, available on platforms like Spotify, offers a rich and diverse listening experience that reflects his innovative spirit and cultural heritage.

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