Alban Berg Collection - Alban Berg - Vinyl LP UK

Alban Berg Collection - Alban Berg

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the profound and innovative world of Alban Berg with the "Alban Berg Collection," a comprehensive compilation of his most significant works. Released on January 1, 2003, by Deutsche Grammophon, this collection spans a generous 3 hours and 56 minutes, offering a deep dive into the rich tapestry of Berg's compositional genius.

Alban Berg, an Austrian composer and a founding member of the Second Viennese School, is celebrated for his expressive and deeply personal musical language. This collection showcases his mastery across various genres, including orchestral works, chamber music, and vocal compositions. From the intricate and evocative "Lyric Suite" to the hauntingly beautiful "Violin Concerto 'To the Memory of an Angel'," each piece reveals Berg's unique ability to blend tonal and atonal elements, creating a sound that is both emotionally resonant and intellectually stimulating.

The album features a diverse range of pieces, including the dynamic "3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6," the introspective "Piano Sonata, Op. 1," and the lyrical "Seven Early Songs." Berg's ability to convey deep emotional and psychological depth is evident throughout, making this collection a treasure trove for both seasoned classical music enthusiasts and those new to his work. Whether you're drawn to the dramatic intensity of his orchestral works or the delicate beauty of his chamber pieces, the "Alban Berg Collection" offers a compelling journey through the mind and heart of one of the 20th century's most influential composers.

1 jan 2003© 2003 Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, BerlinThis Compilation ℗ 2003 Deutsche Grammophon GmbH, Berlin

Tracks

3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6: No. 1, PraeludiumAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
4:44
3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6: No. 2, ReigenAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
5:31
3 Pieces for Orchestra, Op. 6: No. 3, MarschAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
9:27
Lyric Suite, 3 Pieces for String Orchestra: I. Andante amorosoAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
6:22
Lyric Suite, 3 Pieces for String Orchestra: II. Allegro misteriosoAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
3:33
Lyric Suite, 3 Pieces for String Orchestra: III. Adagio appassionatoAlban Berg, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
6:30
Violin Concerto "To the Memory of an Angel": I. Andante - AllegroAlban Berg, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
11:30
Violin Concerto "To the Memory of an Angel": II. Allegro - AdagioAlban Berg, Anne-Sophie Mutter, Chicago Symphony Orchestra, James Levine
16:13
Chamber Concerto for Piano, Violin & 13 Wind Instruments: I. Thema scherzoso con variazioniAlban Berg, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
7:35
Chamber Concerto for Piano, Violin & 13 Wind Instruments: II. AdagioAlban Berg, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
12:09
Chamber Concerto for Piano, Violin & 13 Wind Instruments: III. Rondo ritmico con introduzioneAlban Berg, Daniel Barenboim, Pinchas Zukerman, Ensemble Intercontemporain, Pierre Boulez
10:14
Piano Sonata, Op. 1Alban Berg, Daniel Barenboim
11:26
Four Pieces For Clarinet And Piano, Op. 5: 1. MässigAlban Berg, Sabine Meyer, Oleg Maisenberg
1:28
Four Pieces For Clarinet And Piano, Op. 5: 2. Sehr langsamAlban Berg, Sabine Meyer, Oleg Maisenberg
1:54
Four Pieces For Clarinet And Piano, Op. 5: 3. Sehr raschAlban Berg, Sabine Meyer, Oleg Maisenberg
1:00
Four Pieces For Clarinet And Piano, Op. 5: 4. LangsamAlban Berg, Sabine Meyer, Oleg Maisenberg
3:20
Chamber Concerto for Piano and Violin with 13 Wind Instruments: 2. AdagioAlban Berg, Gidon Kremer, Sabine Meyer, Oleg Maisenberg
12:23
Wein, Weib und Gesang, Op. 333Johann Strauss II, Boston Symphony Chamber Players
13:11
Lyric Suite For String Quartet (1926): I. Allegretto giovialeAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
2:57
Lyric Suite For String Quartet (1926): II. Andante amorosoAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
5:39
Lyric Suite For String Quartet (1926): III. Allegro misterioso - Trio estaticoAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
3:22
Lyric Suite For String Quartet (1926): IV. Adagio appassionatoAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
5:02
Lyric Suite For String Quartet (1926): V. Presto delirando - TenebrosoAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
4:32
Lyric Suite For String Quartet (1926): VI. Largo desolatoAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
5:27
String Quartet, Op. 3: 1. LangsamAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
9:00
String Quartet, Op. 3: 2. Mässige viertelAlban Berg, LaSalle Quartet
9:40
Sieben frühe Lieder: I. NachtAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
4:35
Sieben frühe Lieder: II. SchilfliedAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
2:18
Sieben frühe Lieder: III. Die NachtigallAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
2:19
Sieben frühe Lieder: IV. TraumgekröntAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
2:33
Sieben frühe Lieder: V. Im ZimmerAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
1:01
Sieben frühe Lieder: VI. LiebesodeAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
1:53
Sieben frühe Lieder: VII. SommertageAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Bengt Forsberg
1:41
Schliesse mir die Augen beide (1907)Alban Berg, Margaret Marshall, Geoffrey Parsons
1:19
An Leukon (1908)Alban Berg, Margaret Marshall, Geoffrey Parsons
1:32
Schliesse mir die Augen beide (1925)Alban Berg, Margaret Marshall, Geoffrey Parsons
1:41
4 Songs, Op. 2: No. 1, Aus dem Schmerz sein RechtAlban Berg, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Aribert Reimann
3:25
4 Songs, Op. 2: No. 2, Schlafend trägt man mich in mein HeimatlandAlban Berg, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Aribert Reimann
1:19
4 Songs, Op. 2: No. 3, Nun ich der Riesen Stärksten überwandAlban Berg, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Aribert Reimann
1:07
4 Songs, Op. 2: No. 4, Warm die LüfteAlban Berg, Dietrich Fischer-Dieskau, Aribert Reimann
3:03
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 1, NachtAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
4:10
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 2, SchilfliedAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
2:23
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 3, Die NachtigallAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
2:15
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 4, TraumgekröntAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
2:42
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 5, Im ZimmerAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
1:10
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 6, LiebesodeAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
2:00
7 frühe Lieder (1928 Orch. Version): No. 7, SommertageAlban Berg, Anne Sofie von Otter, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
1:40
Altenberg Lieder, Op. 4: No. 1, Seele, wie bist du schönerAlban Berg, Juliane Banse, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
2:46
Altenberg Lieder, Op. 4: No. 2, Sahst du nach dem GewitterregenAlban Berg, Juliane Banse, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
1:09
Altenberg Lieder, Op. 4: No. 3, Über die Grenzen des AllAlban Berg, Juliane Banse, Wiener Philharmoniker, Claudio Abbado
1:32

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About Alban Berg

Alban Berg, an Austrian composer born in 1885 and passing away in 1935, is renowned for his profound contributions to the world of opera. His works are celebrated for their emotional depth and innovative use of atonality, a hallmark of the Second Viennese School. Berg's compositions, such as "Wozzeck" and "Lulu," are not just musical pieces but journeys into the human psyche, exploring themes of love, betrayal, and the darker aspects of society. His ability to blend complex musical structures with deeply moving narratives has cemented his legacy as a pioneer in modern opera.

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