Farrenc / Konig / Muller- Symphony 1
Louise Farrenc was renowned in her lifetime as a pianist, composer and teacher, but it is only recently that her compositions have emerged from many years of neglect, Symphony No. 1 in C minor- cast in the German tradition- is an exceptionally accomplished work, finely orchestrated, lyrical and fiery, and a substantial contribution to the canon. The Grand Variations on a Theme by Count Gallenberg is a showcase for virtuosic elegance, and the two overtures demonstrate real theatrical drama- Overture No. 2 was admired by no less a figure than Hector Berlioz.
Tracklist:
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: I. Andante Sostenuto - Allegro
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: II. Adagio Cantabile
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: III. Minuetto. Moderato
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: IV. Finale. Allegro Assai
- Overture No. 1 In E Minor, Op. 23
- Overture No. 2 In E-Flat Major, Op. 24
- Grandes Variations Sur Un Thème Du Comte Gallenberg, Op. 25 (Version For Piano & Orchestra)
Louise Farrenc was renowned in her lifetime as a pianist, composer and teacher, but it is only recently that her compositions have emerged from many years of neglect, Symphony No. 1 in C minor- cast in the German tradition- is an exceptionally accomplished work, finely orchestrated, lyrical and fiery, and a substantial contribution to the canon. The Grand Variations on a Theme by Count Gallenberg is a showcase for virtuosic elegance, and the two overtures demonstrate real theatrical drama- Overture No. 2 was admired by no less a figure than Hector Berlioz.
Tracklist:
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: I. Andante Sostenuto - Allegro
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: II. Adagio Cantabile
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: III. Minuetto. Moderato
- Symphony No. 1 In C Minor, Op. 32: IV. Finale. Allegro Assai
- Overture No. 1 In E Minor, Op. 23
- Overture No. 2 In E-Flat Major, Op. 24
- Grandes Variations Sur Un Thème Du Comte Gallenberg, Op. 25 (Version For Piano & Orchestra)