Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Benjamin Britten's masterful compositions with the 2010 release, "Britten: Cello Symphony; Cello Suite No.1." This exquisite collection, spanning a little over an hour, is a testament to Britten's genius, blending classical elegance with neoclassical innovation. The album features two of Britten's most celebrated works: the Cello Symphony, Op. 68, and the Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72. Each piece is a journey through a range of emotions and musical textures, from the majestic and powerful to the introspective and serene. The Cello Symphony, with its four distinct movements, showcases Britten's ability to create a symphonic experience centered around the rich, resonant tones of the cello. The Cello Suite No. 1, with its eight movements, offers a more intimate exploration of the instrument's capabilities, from the lyrical and expressive to the playful and virtuosic. Recorded with meticulous attention to detail by Onyx Classics, this album is a must-listen for any classical music enthusiast. Whether you're a longtime admirer of Britten's work or a newcomer to his compositions, this album promises a rewarding and enriching listening experience.
(C) 2010 PM Classics Ltd(P) 2010 Pieter Wispelwey
Tracks
Cello Symphony, Op. 68: I. Allegro maestosoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Symphony, Op. 68: II. Presto inquietoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Symphony, Op. 68: III. Adagio – cadenza ad libBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Symphony, Op. 68 IV. Passacaglia: Andante allegroBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: Canto primo: Sostenuto e largamenteBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: II. Fuga: Andante moderatoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: III. Lamento: Lento rubatoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: IV. Canto secondo: SostenutoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: V. Serenata: Allegretto pizzicatoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: VI. Marcia: Alla marcia moderatoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: VII. Canto terzo: SostenutoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: VIII. Bordone: Moderato quasi recitativoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra
Cello Suite No. 1, Op. 72: XI. Moto perpetuo e Canto quarto: PrestoBenjamin Britten, Pieter Wispelwey, Seikyo Kim, Flanders Symphony Orchestra