Celebrating the 70th birthday of the renowned composer Beat Furrer, "Furrer 70" is a monumental collection of his avant-garde works, set to release on November 19, 2024, under the prestigious Klangforum Wien label. Spanning an impressive six hours and six minutes, this album is a comprehensive journey through Furrer's innovative and boundary-pushing compositions.
The tracklist is a testament to Furrer's versatility and depth, featuring a mix of solo and ensemble pieces, concertos, and live performances. From the intricate "Nuun für zwei Klaviere und Ensemble" to the hauntingly beautiful "La bianca notte," each track showcases Furrer's unique ability to blend traditional and contemporary elements, creating a sound that is both familiar and groundbreaking.
Fans of avant-garde music will appreciate the complexity and richness of Furrer's compositions, while newcomers will find plenty to explore and discover. The album's live scenes offer a raw and intimate glimpse into Furrer's performances, adding a dynamic layer to the recorded works.
"Furrer 70" is not just a celebration of Beat Furrer's seven decades of life but also a celebration of his enduring impact on the world of avant-garde music. Whether you're a seasoned enthusiast or a curious newcomer, this album promises a rich and rewarding listening experience.
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Tracks
Nuun für zwei Klaviere und EnsembleBeat Furrer, Florian Müller, Johannes Piirto, Klangforum Wien
Konzert für Violine IBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gunde Jäch-Micko
Konzert für Violine IIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gunde Jäch-Micko
Konzert für Violine IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gunde Jäch-Micko
Konzert für Klarinette und EnsembleBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Olivier Vivarès
Konzert für Klavier und EnsembleBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Joonas Ahonen
SpurBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
Retour an Dich IBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Annette Bik, Andreas Lindenbaum, Florian Müller
Retour an Dich IIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Annette Bik, Andreas Lindenbaum, Florian Müller
Retour an Dich IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Annette Bik, Andreas Lindenbaum, Florian Müller
ApoklisisBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Bernhard Zachhuber, Olivier Vivarès
...cold and calm and movingBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
in mia vita da vuolpBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Algordanza vi d'ün chavà coppàBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Illas notsBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Kasimir ha il mal d'amurBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
Aint il spaziBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Gerald Preinfalk, Elina Viluma-Helling
La bianca notteBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Elina Viluma-Helling, Matias Bocchio
invocation VIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Vera Fischer, Friederike Kühl
Spazio immergente IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Stephen Menotti, Johanna Zimmer
Xenos III, IBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Björn Wilker, Lukas Schiske
Xenos III, IIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Björn Wilker, Lukas Schiske
Xenos III, IIIBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Björn Wilker, Lukas Schiske
linea dell' orizzonteBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
intorno al biancoBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
GaspraBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
Studie 2: à un moment de terre perdueBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien
Szene 1 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 2 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 3 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 4 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 5 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 6 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
Szene 7 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Christoph Brunner, Sarah Aristidou
Szene 8 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
Szene 9 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner
Szene 10 - LiveBeat Furrer, Klangforum Wien, Sarah Aristidou, Christoph Brunner