Immerse yourself in the captivating world of George Crumb's avant-garde compositions with this compelling album, released on January 25, 2011, by EMG Classical. Spanning a concise yet impactful 54 minutes, this collection showcases Crumb's extraordinary ability to blend chamber music with avant-garde experimentation, resulting in a unique and mesmerizing listening experience.
The album opens with "Gnomic Variations" (1981), a solo piano piece that demonstrates Crumb's intricate and imaginative approach to composition. Following this is "Processional" (1983), another solo piano work that further explores Crumb's distinctive style.
The heart of the album lies in the six-part "Ancient Voices of Children" (1970), a hauntingly beautiful and evocative work that features a mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, and three percussionists. Each movement, from "The Little Boy Was Looking For His Voice" to "My Heart Of Silk Is Filled With Lights," is a testament to Crumb's ability to create deeply moving and atmospheric music.
Throughout the album, Crumb's innovative use of instrumentation and his exploration of unconventional sounds and textures create a rich and immersive soundscape. This album is a must-listen for fans of avant-garde and chamber music, offering a profound and unforgettable journey into the world of one of the most innovative composers of our time.
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Tracks
Gnomic Variations (1981) for piano soloGeorge Crumb, Fuat Kent
Processional (1983) for piano soloGeorge Crumb, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: The Little Boy Was Looking For His VoiceGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: Dances Of The Ancient VoiceGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: I Have Lost Myself In The Sea Many TimesGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: From Where Do You Come, My Love, My ChildGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: Todas Le TardasGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: Ghost DanceGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
Ancient Voices of Children (1970) for mezzo-soprano, boy soprano, oboe, mandolin, harp, amplified piano, toy piano, 3 percussionists: My Heart Of Silk Is Filled With LightsGeorge Crumb, Ensemble New Art, Marie-Louise Bourbeau, Veronika Schaaf, Fuat Kent
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