Concerti grossi Nos. 1 + 5; Quasi una sonata
$32.39
Special Order3 - 6 weeks add to cart
ALFRED SCHNITTKE
Concerti grossi Nos. 1 + 5; Quasi una sonata
Gidon Kremer - Tatiana Grindenko. The Chamber Orchestra of Europe. Wiener Philharmoniker. Heinrich Schiff. Christoph von Dohnanyi
[ DG 20/21 Series / CD ]
Release Date: Friday 24 September 2004
This item is only available to us via Special Order. We should be able to get it to you in 3 - 6 weeks from when you order it.
The violinist Gidon Kremer is well established as a leading exponent of Schnittke's music. Both Concerti Grossi have been premiered by or dedicated to him.
Alfred Schnittke is one of the few modern composers whose music is received with enthusiasm by professionals and ordinary concert goers alike.
On this recording one finds modern classics of polystylisticism - from Vivaldi to tango.
The Concerto No. 1 is Schnittke's most performed and recorded work and presents a commentary on the idea of Baroque concerto grosso.
The violinist Gidon Kremer is well established as a leading exponent of Schnittke's music. Both Concerti Grossi have been premiered by or dedicated to him.
Tracks:
Concerti grossi Nos. 1 + 5
Quasi una sonata
