Immerse yourself in the intricate and captivating world of Vagn Holmboe's "Solo and Chamber Works for Guitar," released on November 6, 2012, under the Dacapo label. This album is a testament to Holmboe's mastery of composition, offering a rich tapestry of musical styles and influences that span from classical sonatas to folk ballads. The collection is a journey through Holmboe's creative genius, showcasing his ability to blend traditional forms with innovative expressions.
The album opens with the Guitar Sonata No. 1, Op. 141, a five-movement piece that ranges from the lively "Preludio. Allegro rubato" to the playful "Fugato: Allegro giocoso," and concludes with the spirited "Rondo. Allegro moderato." The Guitar Sonata No. 2, Op. 142, follows, featuring six movements that explore a variety of moods and tempos, from the contemplative "Moderato" to the energetic "Allegro."
Holmboe's "5 Intermezzi, Op. 149" offers a series of short, contrasting pieces that highlight his versatility and depth. The "Duo Concertato, Op. 167" is a dynamic collaboration that includes movements like "Liberamente: Animato" and "Liberamente: Allegro con brio," showcasing Holmboe's ability to create engaging and interactive musical dialogues.
The album also includes "Parlare del più e del meno (to Talk About This and That), Op. 176," a five-movement work that ranges from the gentle "Andantino" to the lively "Lento - Allegro - Lento - Allegro." The "Cancion y danza, Op. 191a" features a blend of song and dance, with movements like "Cancion de siega: Tranquillo - Con moto" and "Danza: Allegro piacevole - Meno mosso - Tempo primo."
Finally, the "7 Folk Ballads" offer a glimpse into Holmboe's ability to weave traditional folk melodies into his compositions, with pieces like "The Three Ravens (England)" and "J'ai descendu dans mon jardin (I went down into my Garden) [France]." The encore, "Moi j'ai cinq sous (I got me five sous) [France]," adds a playful and lighthearted conclusion to the album.
With a total duration of 1 hour and 11 minutes, "Solo and Chamber Works for Guitar" is a comprehensive exploration of Vagn Holmboe's musical legacy, offering a rich and diverse listening experience that is sure to captivate and inspire.
Duo Concertato, Op. 167: I. Liberamente: AnimatoVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Duo Concertato, Op. 167: II. Liberamente: Andante con motoVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Duo Concertato, Op. 167: III. Liberamente: Allegro con brioVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Parlare del più e del meno (to Talk About This and That), Op. 176: I. AndantinoVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Parlare del più e del meno (to Talk About This and That), Op. 176: II. ModeratoVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Parlare del più e del meno (to Talk About This and That), Op. 176: III. BriosoVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Parlare del più e del meno (to Talk About This and That), Op. 176: IV. Poco adagioVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Parlare del più e del meno (to Talk About This and That), Op. 176: V. Lento - Allegro - Lento - AllegroVagn Holmboe, Jesper Sivebæk, Johannes Søe Hansen
Cancion y danza, Op. 191a: Cancion de siega: Tranquillo - Con moto -Vagn Holmboe, Bolette Roed, Jesper Sivebæk
Cancion y danza, Op. 191a: Cancion de siega: Allegro leggiero -Vagn Holmboe, Bolette Roed, Jesper Sivebæk
Cancion y danza, Op. 191a: Cancion de siega: Adagio - Tempo primoVagn Holmboe, Bolette Roed, Jesper Sivebæk
Cancion y danza, Op. 191a: Danza: Allegro piacevole - Meno mosso - Tempo primoVagn Holmboe, Bolette Roed, Jesper Sivebæk
7 Folk Ballads: No. 1, The Three Ravens (England)Vagn Holmboe, Bolette Roed, Jesper Sivebæk
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