Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Mátyás Seiber with his captivating album "More Nonsense." Released on May 19, 2017, under the Cavi-Music label, this 49-minute collection is a delightful journey through a variety of musical styles and moods. Seiber, a Hungarian-British composer, showcases his versatility and creativity with a mix of instrumental and vocal pieces that are sure to charm and intrigue.
The album opens with the "Divertimento for Clarinet and String Quintet," a five-movement work that is both playful and sophisticated. Each movement offers a different flavor, from the lively "Toccata" to the introspective "Recitativo." Following this is the "Andante Pastorale for Clarinet and Piano," a serene and melodic piece that highlights the expressive capabilities of the clarinet.
Seiber's playful side is on full display in the "3 Morgensternlieder," a set of three songs based on the whimsical poems of Christian Morgenstern. These songs, performed by soprano, clarinet, and piano, are a delightful blend of nonsense and wit.
The album also features the "Introduction and Allegro for Clarinet, Cello and Piano," a dynamic and engaging piece that showcases the interplay between the three instruments. The "Owl and the Pussycat" and "More Nonsense" suites, performed by soprano, clarinet, bass clarinet, violin, and guitar, are a delightful blend of nonsense poetry and music, bringing to life the playful and imaginative world of Edward Lear.
The album concludes with the "Serenade for Six Wind Players," a three-movement work that is both lyrical and energetic. This piece showcases Seiber's skill in writing for wind instruments and offers a fitting conclusion to this diverse and engaging album.
"More Nonsense" is not just an album; it's an experience. Seiber's music is full of surprises, from the playful to the profound, and this album is a testament to his enduring appeal. Whether you're a longtime fan of Seiber or a newcomer to his music, "More Nonsense" is sure to delight and captivate.
Divertimento for Clarinet and String Quintet: I. ToccataMátyás Seiber, Phillip Roy, Kilian Herold, Hwa-Won Rimmer, Raphael Sachs, Frank-Michael Guthmann
Divertimento for Clarinet and String Quintet: II. Variazioni SempliciMátyás Seiber, Phillip Roy, Hwa-Won Rimmer, Kilian Herold, Frank-Michael Guthmann, Raphael Sachs
Divertimento for Clarinet and String Quintet: III. ScherzoMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Phillip Roy, Hwa-Won Rimmer, Frank-Michael Guthmann, Raphael Sachs
Divertimento for Clarinet and String Quintet: IV. RecitativoMátyás Seiber, Raphael Sachs, Frank-Michael Guthmann, Kilian Herold, Hwa-Won Rimmer, Phillip Roy
Divertimento for Clarinet and String Quintet: V. FinaleMátyás Seiber, Frank-Michael Guthmann, Raphael Sachs, Phillip Roy, Hwa-Won Rimmer, Kilian Herold
Andante Pastorale for Clarinet and PianoMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Nicholas Rimmer
3 Morgensternlieder: No. 1, Der TrichterMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Sarah Maria Sun
3 Morgensternlieder: No. 2, Das KnieMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Sarah Maria Sun
3 Morgensternlieder: No. 3, Das NaobemMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Sarah Maria Sun
Introduction and Allegro for Clarinet, Cello and PianoMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Frank-Michael Guthmann, Nicholas Rimmer
The Owl and the Pussycat for Soprano, Violin and GuitarMátyás Seiber, Sarah Maria Sun, Felix Borel, Carsten Linck
More Nonsense for Soprano, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Violin and Guitar: More Nonsense IMátyás Seiber, Sarah Maria Sun, Kilian Herold, Anton Hollich, Felix Borel, Carsten Linck
More Nonsense for Soprano, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Violin and Guitar: More Nonsense IIMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Sarah Maria Sun, Nicholas Rimmer
More Nonsense for Soprano, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Violin and Guitar: More Nonsense IIIMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Sarah Maria Sun, Nicholas Rimmer
More Nonsense for Soprano, Clarinet, Bass Clarinet, Violin and Guitar: More Nonsense IVMátyás Seiber, Kilian Herold, Sarah Maria Sun, Nicholas Rimmer
Serenade for Six Wind Players: I. Allegro moderatoMátyás Seiber, Tino Plener, Saar Berger, Rune Brodahl, Rui Lopes, Angela Bergmann, Anton Hollich
Serenade for Six Wind Players: II. LentoMátyás Seiber, Anton Hollich, Tino Plener, Saar Berger, Rune Brodahl, Rui Lopes, Angela Bergmann
Serenade for Six Wind Players: III. Allegro VivaceMátyás Seiber, Anton Hollich, Tino Plener, Saar Berger, Rune Brodahl, Rui Lopes, Angela Bergmann
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