Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Kaija Saariaho's "Saariaho: Trios," a captivating collection of contemporary classical works released on September 4, 2012, under the Ondine label. This album spans a generous 77 minutes, offering a rich and diverse listening experience.
The album showcases Saariaho's distinctive compositional style, blending intricate textures and evocative melodies. It opens with "Mirage," a hauntingly beautiful piece for soprano, cello, and piano, setting the tone for the journey ahead. The "Cloud Trio" unfolds in four movements, each with its unique character, from the calm and meditative to the energetic and expressive.
"Je sens un deuxième coeur" is a five-movement cycle that delves into deeply personal and introspective themes, with each part revealing a new layer of emotional depth. The "Serenatas" series concludes the album with five contrasting pieces, ranging from delicate and sweet to mysterious and languid.
Kaija Saariaho's "Saariaho: Trios" is a testament to her mastery of contemporary classical music, offering a profound and engaging exploration of sound and emotion. Whether you're a seasoned fan of modern classical music or a curious newcomer, this album promises a rewarding and memorable experience.
(C) 2012 Ondine(P) 2012 Ondine
Tracks
Mirage (Version for soprano, cello and piano)Kaija Saariaho, Pia Freund, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
Cloud Trio: I. Calmo, meditatoKaija Saariaho, Zebra Trio
Cloud Trio: II. Sempre dolce, ma energico, sempre a tempoKaija Saariaho, Zebra Trio
Cloud Trio: III. Sempre energicoKaija Saariaho, Zebra Trio
Cloud Trio: IV. Tranquillo ma sempre molto espressivoKaija Saariaho, Zebra Trio
CendresKaija Saariaho, Mikael Helasvuo, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
Je sens un deuxième coeur: I. Je devoile ma peauKaija Saariaho, Steven Dann, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
Je sens un deuxième coeur: II. Ouvre-moi, vite!Kaija Saariaho, Steven Dann, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
Je sens un deuxième coeur: III. Dans le reve, elle l'attendaitKaija Saariaho, Steven Dann, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
Je sens un deuxième coeur: IV. Il faut que j'entreKaija Saariaho, Steven Dann, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
Je sens un deuxième coeur: V. Je sens un deuxieme coeur qui bat tout pres du mienKaija Saariaho, Steven Dann, Anssi Karttunen, Tuija Hakkila
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