Beethoven / Jordan - Symphonies 4 & 5 - COMPACT DISCS [CD]

Two of Beethoven's most magnificent symphonies are featured on this new from Jukka-Pekka Saraste and the WDR Sinfonieorchester. Jukka -Pekka Saraste writes of this new album InchI endeavor to disclose Beethoven's emotions. That is the key to understanding his music. One has to constantly keep those currents of optimism and pessimism in balance. For that, you need to have access to an orchestra's full sound spectrum in a highly flexible, dynamic manner. I believe that Beethoven's impact is paramount because his message can be felt everywhere. Not just in Europe. A message of strength, of humanity - and one that places human culture in the forefront. There is so much destruction in the world; we need to hold on to things that enrich the spirit.Inch Jukka-Pekka Saraste has established himself as one of the outstanding conductors of his generation, demonstrating remarkable musical depth and integrity. Born in Heinola, Finland, he began his career as a violinist before training as a conductor with Jorma Panula at the Sibelius Academy in Helsinki. He has held positions with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra, Finnish Radio Symphony Orchestra, Toronto Symphony Orchestra, and the BBC Symphony Orchestra.

The unique qualities of the American trumpet tradition are celebrated in this wide-ranging disc. From the drama of Leo Eylar's dazzling Dance Suite to the wit of William McKinley's Miniature Portraits, virtuosity and brilliance are assured. The two songs from Sondheim's musical Sweeney Todd, orchestrated by McKinley with the composer's consent, convey a quality of ardent determination. Jeffrey Silberschlag is the dedicatee of a number of these works and he carries on the illustrious lineage of American trumpeters. He is partnered by Gerard Schwarz, himself one of the great trumpeters of his generation, before turning to conducting.

Beethoven / Jordan - Symphonies 1 & 3 [COMPACT DISCS] date 10/20/2017