Stefan Wolpe's "The Man From Midian / Violin Sonata" is a captivating exploration of avant-garde chamber music, released on Naxos in 2007. This album is a testament to Wolpe's innovative compositional style, blending intricate musical narratives with profound emotional depth. The first half of the album is dedicated to "The Man From Midian," a two-part orchestral work adapted for two pianos. This piece is a dramatic retelling of the biblical story of Moses, each track depicting a different scene from his life, from his humble beginnings to his divine encounters and leadership challenges. The second half of the album features Wolpe's Violin Sonata, a four-movement work that showcases the expressive range of the violin, from the lively "Un poco allegro" to the introspective "Lento - Scherzo." With a total runtime of 58 minutes, this album offers a rich and immersive listening experience, highlighting Wolpe's unique contributions to 20th-century music.
2007 Naxos2007 Naxos
Tracks
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Overture (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Serfdom Lamentation (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Mother Conceives Child (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Pharaoh's Daughter Bathes in the Nile, finds the Baby (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Procession (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Pet of the Court - Political Intrigue (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Moses Among the Workers (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. I: Moses Buries the Taskmaster in the Sand (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Conversation with God (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Moses meets Aaron - Command of Moses for the Waters (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: March Through the Red Sea (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Restlessness (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Aaron's Desperation (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Joshua's Pleading (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Bacchanal (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Return of Moses - Breaking of Tablets - Moses Falls on the Arms of Joshua (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Moses Walks Among the People - Commands Some to be Killed (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
The Man from Midian: Pt. II: Gathering of People (Version for 2 pianos)Stefan Wolpe, Cameron Grant, Phyllis Bryn-Julson
Violin Sonata: I. Un poco allegroStefan Wolpe, Jorja Fleezanis, Garrick Ohlsson
Violin Sonata: II. Andante appassionatoStefan Wolpe, Jorja Fleezanis, Garrick Ohlsson
Violin Sonata: III. Lento - ScherzoStefan Wolpe, Jorja Fleezanis, Garrick Ohlsson
Violin Sonata: IV. Allegretto decisoStefan Wolpe, Jorja Fleezanis, Garrick Ohlsson
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