Varese: Orchestral Works, Vol. 2 - Ameriques / Equatorial / Nocturnal / Ionisation

Dive into the avant-garde world of Edgard Varèse with his compelling "Orchestral Works, Vol. 2" released on Naxos in 2008. This collection spans the entirety of Varèse's career, from his early composition "Un grand Sommeil noir" to his final, unfinished work. The album is a testament to Varèse's innovative spirit, featuring groundbreaking pieces like "Amériques" in its revised version by Chou Wen-chung, "Ecuatorial," and the iconic "Ionisation." With a duration of just over an hour, this album offers a rich exploration of experimental and avant-garde genres. Conducted by Christopher Lyndon-Gee with the Polish National Radio Symphony Orchestra, this recording is a must-experience for anyone intrigued by the boundaries of orchestral music.