Lutoslawski: Vocal & Orchestral Works - Witold Lutosławski - Vinyl LP UK

Lutoslawski: Vocal & Orchestral Works - Witold Lutosławski

Album Description

Immerse yourself in the captivating world of Witold Lutosławski's "Vocal & Orchestral Works," a compelling collection of his most profound compositions. Released on October 1, 2010, by Chandos, this album spans a rich tapestry of orchestral and avant-garde genres, offering a comprehensive exploration of Lutosławski's musical genius.

The album is a testament to Lutosławski's innovative spirit, featuring a diverse range of pieces that showcase his mastery of orchestration and his unique approach to composition. From the intricate layers of "Symphony No. 3" to the delicate beauty of "Children's Songs for Voice and Piano," each track is a journey through the composer's vivid imagination.

Highlights include the dynamic "Concerto for Orchestra," a piece that brilliantly showcases the interplay between various sections of the orchestra, and the hauntingly beautiful "Tryptyk slaski (Silesian Triptych)," which draws on traditional Polish folk melodies. The album also features the enchanting "Chantefleurs et Chantefables," a series of whimsical pieces inspired by nature and poetry.

With a total runtime of 3 hours and 32 minutes, this album is a substantial and rewarding listen. Whether you're a seasoned fan of classical music or a newcomer to the world of avant-garde orchestral works, Lutosławski's "Vocal & Orchestral Works" offers a rich and engaging experience that highlights the depth and versatility of one of the 20th century's most influential composers.

1 oktober 20102018 Chandos Records2018 Chandos Records

Tracks

Symphony No. 3: I. Vivo - Lento - VivoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
3:42
Symphony No. 3: II. Vivo - Stesso movimento - LentoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
2:39
Symphony No. 3: III. Vivo - Stesso movimento - AdagioWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
4:37
Symphony No. 3: IV. Vivo - Poco meno mosso - Meno mossoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
4:48
Symphony No. 3: V. Tempo IWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
5:03
Symphony No. 3: VI. Meno mosso - Tempo I - Meno mossoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
3:00
Symphony No. 3: VII. A tempo - Poco meno mosso - PrestoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
7:07
Chain 3Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
11:03
Concerto for Orchestra: I. Intrada. Allegro maestosoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
6:38
Concerto for Orchestra: II. Capriccio, Notturno e Arioso. VivaceWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
5:46
Concerto for Orchestra: IIIa. Passaccaglia, Toccata e Corale. Andante con motoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
5:47
Concerto for Orchestra: IIIb. Passaccaglia, Toccata e Corale. Allegro giusto (alla breve)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
9:37
Tryptyk slaski (Silesian Triptych): I. Oj, mi sie owiesek wysypywaWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
3:00
Tryptyk slaski (Silesian Triptych): II. Ach, w tej studni zrodlo bijeWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
3:27
Tryptyk slaski (Silesian Triptych): III. Kukuleczka kukaWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
3:08
LacrimosaWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
4:14
Paroles tissées: I. Un chat qui s'emerveille (A cat that is in wonder)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Toby Spence
3:12
Paroles tissées: II. Quand le jour a rouvert les branches du jardin (When day has opened again the garden branches)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Toby Spence
3:30
Paroles tissées: III. Mille chevaux hors d'haleine (A thousand horses out of breath)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Toby Spence
4:19
Paroles tissées: IV. Dormez cette paleur nous est venue de loin (Sleep this pallor comes to us from afar)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Toby Spence
5:29
Children's Songs for Voice and Piano: III. Spijze, spij (Sleep, sleep)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
2:10
Les Espaces du Sommeil: I. Dans la nuit il ya a naturellement les sept merveillesWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Purves
5:42
Les Espaces du Sommeil: II. Ii y a toi l'immolee. toi que j'attendsWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Purves
4:47
Les Espaces du Sommeil: III. Il y a toi sans doute que je ne connais pasWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Christopher Purves
4:48
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: I. La belle-de-nuit (The Marvel of Peru)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
2:32
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: II. La sauterelle (The Grasshopper)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
1:26
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: III. La veronique (The Speedwell)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
2:40
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: IV. L'eglantine, l'aubepine et la glycine (The Wild Rose, the Hawthorn and the Wisteria)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
1:43
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: V. La tortue (The Tortoise)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
1:57
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: VI. La rose (The Rose)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
2:34
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: VII. L'alligator (The Alligator)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
2:46
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: VIII. L'angelique (The Angelica)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
2:23
Chantefleurs et Chantefables: IX. Le papillon (The Butterfly)Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Lucy Crowe
1:46
Symphonic Variations: I. AndanteWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
1:41
Symphonic Variations: II. Allegro - Stesso movimentoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
2:41
Symphonic Variations: III. Adagio - AndanteWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
3:22
Symphonic Variations: IV. Allegro non troppo - Subito poco meno mossoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
1:52
Piano Concerto: I. Dotted Crotchet = C. 110Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Louis Lortie
5:41
Piano Concerto: II. PrestoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Louis Lortie
4:41
Piano Concerto: III. Quaver = C. 85Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Louis Lortie
8:13
Piano Concerto: IV. Crotchet = C. 84Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Louis Lortie
7:51
Variations on a Theme of PaganiniWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra, Louis Lortie
8:52
Symphony No. 4: I. Crotchet = C. 55Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
7:08
Symphony No. 4: II. Crotchet = C. 85Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
5:04
Symphony No. 4: III. LentoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
6:12
Symphony No. 4: IV. Dotted Crotchet = C. 70Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
3:04
Symphony No. 4: V. Crotchet = c. 160 - 170Witold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
0:52
Little Suite: I. Fujarka (Fife). AllegrettoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
2:43
Little Suite: II. Hurra polka (Hurrah Polka). VivaceWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
1:33
Little Suite: III. Piosenka (Song). Andante molto sostenutoWitold Lutosławski, Edward Gardner, BBC Symphony Orchestra
2:50

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About Witold Lutosławski

Witold Lutosławski, a titan of 20th-century classical music, was a Polish composer and conductor whose innovative spirit reshaped the avant-garde landscape. Born in 1913, Lutosławski's work is a thrilling journey through orchestral and avant-garde genres, characterized by his unique approach to rhythm, harmony, and form. His compositions, often experimental and deeply expressive, have left an indelible mark on the world of music. Lutosławski's legacy continues to inspire, his works celebrated for their intellectual depth and emotional resonance, making him a pivotal figure in contemporary classical music.

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