Dive into the avant-garde world of George Crumb with his captivating live album, "Crumb: Star-Child." Released on January 1, 1999, under the prestigious New York Philharmonic label, this chamber music masterpiece is a testament to Crumb's innovative spirit and unique compositional style. Spanning a concise yet impactful 32 minutes, the album features six live tracks that blend ethereal and dramatic elements, creating an atmospheric soundscape that is both haunting and beautiful. From the celestial "Music of the Spheres" to the apocalyptic "Music of the Apocalypse," each piece showcases Crumb's ability to evoke vivid imagery and deep emotion through his music. This album is a must-experience for fans of avant-garde and chamber music, offering a glimpse into the boundless creativity of one of the most influential composers of our time.
(C) 1999 New York Philharmonic
Tracks
Star-Child: "Music of the Spheres" - LiveGeorge Crumb, New York Philharmonic, Pierre Boulez, David Gilbert, James Chambers, Larry Newland
Star-Child: "Voice Crying in the Wilderness" - LiveGeorge Crumb, Irene Gubrud, Edward Herman Jr., Pierre Boulez, David Gilbert, James Chambers, Larry Newland, New York Philharmonic
Star-Child: "The Powers of Darkness in Ascent" - LiveGeorge Crumb, New York Philharmonic, Pierre Boulez, David Gilbert, James Chambers, Larry Newland
Star-Child: "Music of the Apocalypse" - LiveGeorge Crumb, New York Philharmonic, Pierre Boulez, David Gilbert, James Chambers, Larry Newland
Star-Child: "Advent of the Children's Light" - LiveGeorge Crumb, New York Philharmonic, Pierre Boulez, David Gilbert, James Chambers, Larry Newland
Star-Child: "Hymn for the New Age" - LiveGeorge Crumb, Irene Gubrud, Pierre Boulez, David Gilbert, James Chambers, Larry Newland, New York Philharmonic
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