Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Alfredo Casella's neoclassical compositions with this remarkable album, released on Naxos in 2012. Spanning a little over an hour, this collection showcases Casella's mastery of orchestral music through three distinct works: the elegant Suite in C Major, Op. 13, the evocative Pagine di guerra, Op. 25bis, and the grand Concerto for Orchestra, Op. 61.
The Suite in C Major opens the album with a graceful and refined overture, followed by a poignant sarabande and a lively bourrée. Pagine di guerra then transports you through a series of vivid musical depictions of World War I scenes, from the heavy artillery in Belgium to the ruins of Reims in France, the Cossack cavalry in Russia, the wooden crosses in Alsace, and the Italian battleships in the Adriatic. Lastly, the Concerto for Orchestra presents a symphonic tour de force, featuring a powerful sinfonia, a mesmerizing passacaglia, and a triumphant hymn.
Casella's intricate compositions and rich orchestration make this album a compelling exploration of his neoclassical style. Whether you're a longtime fan of Casella or new to his music, this album offers a fascinating journey through his diverse and evocative works.
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