Dive into the rich and diverse musical landscape of Bernd Alois Zimmermann with "Recomposed, Vol. 1," a captivating album released on October 7, 2022, under the label wergo. This collection showcases Zimmermann's unique ability to blend various genres and styles, offering a compelling journey through his orchestral arrangements and compositions.
The album spans a duration of 1 hour and 8 minutes, featuring a mix of Zimmermann's original works and his creative reinterpretations of pieces by other composers. From the lively "Alagoana. Caprichos Brasileiros" to the delicate "Undici pezzi infantili," the tracklist is a testament to Zimmermann's versatility and innovative approach to music.
Highlights include the enchanting "Saudades do Brazil," the playful "Un petit rien" suite, and the rhythmic "Rheinische Kirmestänze." Zimmermann's arrangements of Bolivian folk songs and 18th-century French melodies add a touch of cultural richness to the album, demonstrating his ability to bridge different musical traditions.
"Recomposed, Vol. 1" is a must-explore for fans of orchestral music and those seeking to discover the depth and breadth of Bernd Alois Zimmermann's work. This album is not just a collection of tracks but a showcase of Zimmermann's artistic vision and his enduring impact on the world of classical music.
Chunchitos (After a collection of piano arrangements of Bolivian folk songs by Hans Helfritz, arr. for Orchestra by Bernd Alois Zimmermann)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Laquitas (After a collection of piano arrangements of Bolivian folk songs by Hans Helfritz, arr. for Orchestra by Bernd Alois Zimmermann)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Pjusi-Phias (After a collection of piano arrangements of Bolivian folk songs by Hans Helfritz, arr. for Orchestra by Bernd Alois Zimmermann)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Bergère légère (After a French song of the 18th century in the piano version by Jean Baptiste Weckerlin, arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Bernd Alois Zimmermann)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Sarah Wegener, Heinz Holliger
Maman, dites-moi (After a French song of the 18th century in the piano version by Jean Baptiste Weckerlin, arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Bernd Alois Zimmermann)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Sarah Wegener, Heinz Holliger
Jeunes fillettes (After a French song of the 18th century in the piano version by Jean Baptiste Weckerlin, arr. for Soprano and Orchestra by Bernd Alois Zimmermann)Bernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Sarah Wegener, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: I. Ouverture des belles de la nuitBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: II. Métamorphose lunaire IBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: III. Pas trop militaireBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: IV. Petite valse lunaireBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: V. Berceuse des petits oiseaux qui ne peuvent pas s’endormirBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: VI. Métamorphose lunaire IIBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Un petit rien: VII. Boogie-Woogie au clair de la luneBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Rheinische Kirmestänze: I. Tempo di valse commodoBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Rheinische Kirmestänze: II. AllegrettoBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
Rheinische Kirmestänze: III. AllegrettoBernd Alois Zimmermann, WDR Sinfonieorchester, Heinz Holliger
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