(2-CD) COMPLETE SYMPHONIES
ORCHESTRE NATIONAL DE L'O.R.T.F.
SAINT-SAENS CAMILLEΚωδ. Πολιτείας: 5284-0328
Παρουσίαση
One of the most naturally gifted of all composers, the young Camille Saint-Saens completed the first of his five symphonies when he was just 15 years old. The result -- the delightful Symphony in A Major, composed in 1850 -- is a work so polished and accomplished that it is hard to imagine that greater maturity would have allowed Saint-Saens to improve it. The Symphony in E flat, published as his Symphony No.1 and Op.2, followed three years later, a remarkable work in which it is plain to see that the composer had made huge strides. Both Berlioz and Gounod, who attended the premiere, were bowled over by the assured technique, colourful orchestration, memorable tunes and sense of poise.The Symphony in F -- a charming Schumannesque work, which won Saint-Saens the first prize in a competition -- and the Symphony No.2 -- a wonderfully wrought composition, full of surprises -- followed in 1856 and 1859 respectively. However, the most popular of the five is undoubtedly the Symphony No.3, commonly known as the 'Organ Symphony'. This radical work is constructed in two sections, using the Lisztian method of 'transforming themes'. The huge orchestra, complete with piano four hands, is used to maximum effect, with the organ's dramatic entry at the start of the final section a moment of thrilling musical drama.
While the 'Organ Symphony' has deservedly earned a place in the repertoire, Jean Martinon's insightful and critically acclaimed recordings reveal the earlier symphonies as works of great appeal, worthy of far greater attention than they are normally afforded.
Other information:
- The complete symphonies of Saint-Saens on 2 CD's, a most welcome set, as there are remarkably few complete issues on the market.
- Saint-Saens' music, always extremely well crafted, delights in melodic richness (he knew how to compose a catching tune!), colourful orchestration and an exquisite charm and "French esprit".
- 'The performances under Martinon sound first rate, while the recording is excellent.' (Gramophone review of the Symphonies in A and F in 1975)
- Even in a competitive market the Martinon performance of the symphony stands out as distinguished, both for its character and for its almost ideal balance, glowing, yet clear.' (Gramophone review of Symphony No.3 in 1983)
- Booklet notes in English, French and German.
Περιεχόμενα
[CD1]1. Symphony in A: I. Poco adagio - Allegro vivace
2. Symphony in A: II. Andantino
3. Symphony in A: III. Scherzo: Vivace
4. Symphony in A: IV. Finale: Allegro molto - Presto
5. Symphony No. 1 in E-Flat, Op. 2: I. Adagio - Allegro
6. Symphony No. 1 in E-Flat, Op. 2: II. Marche-Scherzo: Allegretto scherzando
7. Symphony No. 1 in E-Flat, Op. 2: III. Adagio
8. Symphony No. 1 in E-Flat, Op. 2: IV. Finale: Allegro maestoso
9. Symphony No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 55: I. Allegro marcato - Allegro appassionato
10. Symphony No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 55: II. Adagio
11. Symphony No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 55: III. Scherzo: Presto
12. Symphony No. 2 in A Minor, Op. 55: IV. Prestissimo
[CD2]
1. Symphony in F "Urbs Roma": I. Largo - Allegro
2. Symphony in F "Urbs Roma": II. Molto vivace
3. Symphony in F "Urbs Roma": III. Moderato assai serioso
4. Symphony in F "Urbs Roma": IV. Poco allegretto - Andante con moto
5. Symphony No. 3 in CMminor, Op. 78 'Organ': I. Adagio - Allegro maestoso - Poco adagio
6. Symphony No. 3 in CMminor, Op. 78 'Organ': II. Allegro moderato - Presto - Maestoso - Piu allegro
Orchestre National de l'O.R.T.F. / Conductor: Jean Martinon
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