Dive into the avant-garde world of George Crumb with his captivating album "Crumb: Celestial Mechanics & Zeitgeist - E. Brown: Corroboree." Released on May 1, 1992, under Mode Records, this chamber music masterpiece is a testament to Crumb's innovative compositional style. The album is a blend of two distinct works: "Celestial Mechanics," a four-movement suite inspired by the stars, and "Zeitgeist," a six-movement piece that explores a range of moods and tempos. The album also includes "Corroboree" by E. Brown, adding another layer of depth to this musical journey. With a total runtime of 1 hour and 2 minutes, this album is a must-listen for fans of avant-garde and chamber music, offering a unique and thought-provoking listening experience. Crumb's intricate compositions and use of extended techniques create a sound world that is both haunting and beautiful, making this album a standout in his impressive body of work.
1992 Mode Records1992 Mode Records
Tracks
Celestial Mechanics "Makrokosmos IV": I. Alpha CentauriGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Celestial Mechanics "Makrokosmos IV": II. Beta CygniGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Celestial Mechanics "Makrokosmos IV": III. Gamma DraconisGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Celestial Mechanics "Makrokosmos IV": IV. Delta OrionisGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
CorroboreeEarle Brown, Jovita Zähl, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Zeitgeist: I. Portent. Molto moderato, il ritmo ben marcatoGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Zeitgeist: II. Two Harlequins. Vivace, molto capricciosoGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Zeitgeist: III. Monochord. Lentamente, misteriosoGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Zeitgeist: IV. Day of the Comet. PrestissimoGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Zeitgeist: V. The Realm of MorpheusGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
Zeitgeist: VI. Reverberations. Molto moderato, il ritmo ben marcatoGeorge Crumb, Piano Duo Degenhardt-Kent
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