Bartók 1881-1945 – Concerto for Orchestra & More (Audio CD + Booklet)

Product Information

• Composer: Béla Bartók (1881–1945)
• Album Title: Concerto for Orchestra – The Composer
• Performers:                                   Format: Picture Disc with an 8-page educational booklet
  • ORF-Symphony Orchestra, conducted by Milan Horvat (Tracks 1–5, 7)
  • Zagreb String Quartet (Track 6)
• Release Year: 1998
• Manufacturers & Licenses:Made In: Holland (an EC country)
  • PWM Masters Limited (under license)
  • United Audio Entertainment Ltd.
• Total Playing Time: 70:55
• UPC:
  • UPC 1: 778325650124 
  • UPC 2: 5021364650125

Overview

Bartók 1881-1945 – Concerto for Orchestra & More is an exceptional classical music collection celebrating the legacy of Béla Bartók. This meticulously produced picture disc includes Bartók’s iconic Concerto for Orchestra alongside additional works that showcase his innovative spirit. Accompanied by an extensive 8-page classical educational booklet, this release offers both a rich listening experience and valuable insights into Bartók’s contributions to music history.

Product Features

• High-Quality Audio & Visual Presentation:
  The picture disc format delivers an engaging visual aesthetic along with superior sound quality.
• Extensive Educational Content:
  An 8-page booklet provides detailed educational material on Bartók’s life, musical style, and the historical context of the works featured.
• Curated Classical Masterpieces:
  The album includes:Collector’s Edition:
  • Concerto for Orchestra (Tracks 1–5, 7) performed by the ORF-Symphony Orchestra under the baton of Milan Horvat.
  • String Quartet No. 3 performed by the Zagreb String Quartet.
  • Concert Suite Op.19 from the ballet The Miraculous Mandarin.
• 
  Released under strict international copyright, this limited edition is ideal for classical music collectors and enthusiasts.

Interesting Facts

About the Album:

• Bartók’s Legacy:
  Béla Bartók is celebrated for his pioneering work in integrating folk music elements into classical composition, which is vividly reflected in his Concerto for Orchestra.
• Innovative Format:
  The picture disc format, combined with an extensive educational booklet, enhances the album’s value both as an audio experience and as a reference for classical music studies.
• Performance Excellence:
  The collaboration between the ORF-Symphony Orchestra and the Zagreb String Quartet brings Bartók’s complex works to life with clarity and emotional depth.

Track Listing

Concerto for Orchestra:

1. Introduzione – 9:22
2. Giuoco delle coppie – 6:21
3. Elegia – 7:04
4. Intermezzo interrotto – 3:56
5. Finale – 9:20

Additional Works:

1. String Quartet No. 3 (Moderato Allegro) – 16:49
2. Concert Suite Op.19 from the Ballet The Miraculous Mandarin – 17:57

Total Playing Time: 70:55

Publishers

Released by PWM Masters Limited under license in 1998, and distributed by United Audio Entertainment Ltd. All international copyrights are secured. This edition is manufactured in Holland and features high-quality production standards.

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