Thomas Larcher's "Madhares" is a captivating exploration of contemporary classical music, released on ECM New Series in 2010. This album showcases Larcher's distinctive compositional voice, blending emotional depth with intricate musical structures. The centerpiece of the album is the third string quartet, "Madhares," dedicated to Klaus Eisenberger, which unfolds in five movements, each offering a unique sonic landscape. The quartet's title track, "Madhares," is a standout, with its haunting melodies and rhythmic complexity. Also featured is "Böse Zellen," a four-movement work for piano and orchestra, dedicated to conductor Dennis Russell Davies, known for its dramatic intensity and lyrical beauty. The album concludes with "Still," a meditative piece for viola and chamber orchestra, dedicated to Monika Groser, offering a serene and introspective finale. With a total duration of one hour and five minutes, "Madhares" is a testament to Thomas Larcher's ability to create deeply moving and intellectually stimulating music.
Böse Zellen for piano and orchestra (2006, rev. 2007) Dedicated to Dennis Russell Davies: I.Thomas Larcher, Till Fellner, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Dennis Russell Davies
Böse Zellen for piano and orchestra (2006, rev. 2007) Dedicated to Dennis Russell Davies: II.Thomas Larcher, Till Fellner, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Dennis Russell Davies
Böse Zellen for piano and orchestra (2006, rev. 2007) Dedicated to Dennis Russell Davies: III.Thomas Larcher, Till Fellner, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Dennis Russell Davies
Böse Zellen for piano and orchestra (2006, rev. 2007) Dedicated to Dennis Russell Davies: IV.Thomas Larcher, Till Fellner, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Dennis Russell Davies
Still for viola and chamber orchestra (2002, rev. 2004) Dedicated to Monika Groser: 1. FließendThomas Larcher, Kim Kashkashian, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Dennis Russell Davies
Still for viola and chamber orchestra (2002, rev. 2004) Dedicated to Monika Groser: 2. FließendThomas Larcher, Kim Kashkashian, Munich Chamber Orchestra, Dennis Russell Davies
Madhares (String Quartet No. 3) (2006/7) Dedicated to Klaus Eisenberger: I. MadharesThomas Larcher, Quatuor Diotima, Naaman Sluchin, Yun Peng Zhao, Frank Chevalier, Pierre Morlet
Madhares (String Quartet No. 3) (2006/7) Dedicated to Klaus Eisenberger: II. Honey from AnopolisThomas Larcher, Quatuor Diotima, Naaman Sluchin, Yun Peng Zhao, Frank Chevalier, Pierre Morlet
Madhares (String Quartet No. 3) (2006/7) Dedicated to Klaus Eisenberger: III. Sleepless 1Thomas Larcher, Quatuor Diotima, Naaman Sluchin, Yun Peng Zhao, Frank Chevalier, Pierre Morlet
Madhares (String Quartet No. 3) (2006/7) Dedicated to Klaus Eisenberger: IV. Sleepless 2 - MadharesThomas Larcher, Quatuor Diotima, Naaman Sluchin, Yun Peng Zhao, Frank Chevalier, Pierre Morlet
Madhares (String Quartet No. 3) (2006/7) Dedicated to Klaus Eisenberger: V. A Song from ?Thomas Larcher, Quatuor Diotima, Naaman Sluchin, Yun Peng Zhao, Frank Chevalier, Pierre Morlet
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