Hans Abrahamsen's "Stratifications / Nacht Und Trompeten / Piano Concerto" is a captivating journey through the realms of contemporary classical music, released on November 1, 2004, under the Dacapo label. This album spans a total duration of 1 hour and 2 minutes, offering a rich tapestry of compositions that showcase Abrahamsen's unique artistic vision and technical prowess.
The album opens with "Stratifications," a piece that immediately draws the audience into a world of intricate textures and subtle nuances. "Nacht und Trompeten" follows, adding a dramatic and evocative layer to the listening experience. The centerpiece of the album is Abrahamsen's Piano Concerto, a four-movement work that demonstrates his mastery of form and expression. Each movement, from the energetic "Allegro volante e nervoso" to the serene "Fluente ma tranquillo," offers a distinct emotional and musical landscape.
The album also features interpretations of works by other composers, including Bach's "Befiehl du deine Wege, BWV 272," Nielsen's "3 Piano Pieces, Op. 59," and Schoenberg's "4 Pieces from 6 Kleine Klavierstucke, Op. 19." These selections highlight Abrahamsen's versatility and his ability to bring fresh perspectives to both familiar and lesser-known works.
Abrahamsen's compositions are known for their intellectual depth and emotional resonance, and this album is no exception. Whether you are a seasoned enthusiast of contemporary classical music or a curious newcomer, this collection offers a compelling exploration of sound, structure, and expression.
2004 Dacapo2004 Dacapo
Tracks
StratificationsHans Abrahamsen, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Nacht und TrompetenHans Abrahamsen, Danish National Symphony Orchestra, Thomas Dausgaard
Piano Concerto: I. Allegro volante e nervosoHans Abrahamsen, Anne Marie Abildskov, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Piano Concerto: II. Adagio innocente e sempliceHans Abrahamsen, Anne Marie Abildskov, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Piano Concerto: III. Tempo di grande gioiaHans Abrahamsen, Anne Marie Abildskov, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Piano Concerto: IV. Fluente ma tranquilloHans Abrahamsen, Anne Marie Abildskov, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Bach - Befiehl du deine Wege, BWV 272Hans Abrahamsen, Johann Sebastian Bach, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Nielsen - 3 Piano Pieces, Op. 59: No. 1. ImpromptuHans Abrahamsen, Carl Nielsen, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Nielsen - 3 Piano Pieces, Op. 59: No. 2. AdagioHans Abrahamsen, Carl Nielsen, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Nielsen - 3 Piano Pieces, Op. 59: No. 3. Allegro non troppoHans Abrahamsen, Carl Nielsen, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Norgard - Prelude to BreakingPer Nørgård, Hans Abrahamsen, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Schoenberg - 4 Pieces from 6 Kleine Klavierstucke, Op. 19: No. 1. Leicht zartHans Abrahamsen, Arnold Schoenberg, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Schoenberg - 4 Pieces from 6 Kleine Klavierstucke, Op. 19: No. 2. LangsamHans Abrahamsen, Arnold Schoenberg, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Schoenberg - 4 Pieces from 6 Kleine Klavierstucke, Op. 19: No. 3. Sehr langsamHans Abrahamsen, Arnold Schoenberg, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
Schoenberg - 4 Pieces from 6 Kleine Klavierstucke, Op. 19: No. 6. Sehr langsamHans Abrahamsen, Arnold Schoenberg, BIT20 Ensemble, Ilan Volkov
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