FLAC (tracks) 24bir-192khz | Classical | 1h 5 min | 251 MB
This program is quite wonderful in the sense that it is overflowing with musical gems for the viola, all composed in the Netherlands in the 20th century. It is not common, for example, to hear the Concerto or the sumptuous and lyrical Sonata by Henk Badings, despite being an important figure in Dutch modernity (1907-1987). It is even more gratifying to think that the present works and their four composers (there are also Arne Werkman, Jan Koetsier and Henriette Bosmans) live in the obscurity of Dutch musical life and rarely attract the attention of soloists and orchestras. . And yet, these works highlight a beautiful solo instrument, the viola, which is not at all considered the prima donna of the stage, and which generally occupies a discreet place as the middle voice in the orchestra or the string quartet. This program designed by Dana Zemtsov (regular artist of the Dutch label, with always daring programs) presents the first recording of the Concertino for viola and orchestra.
1. Concerto for Viola and String Orchestra: I. Quasi Lento (11:52)
2. Concerto for Viola and String Orchestra: II. Adagio (6:27)
3. Concerto for Viola and String Orchestra: III. Allegro Molto (5:31)
4. Pavane for Viola and String Orchestra (5:24)
5. Concertino for Viola and Orchestra: I. Allegro Energico (3:41)
6. Concertino for Viola and Orchestra: II. Andante Cantabile (4:33)
7. Concertino for Viola and Orchestra: III. Lento Quasi Recitativo (4:46)
8. Sonata for Viola and Piano: I. Allegro (8:43)
9. Sonata for Viola and Piano: II. Largo (6:06)
10. Sonata for Viola and Piano: III. Vivace (5:13)
11. Arietta for Viola and Piano: Largo (3:00)