Beethoven: Harmoniemusik - Zefiro, Alfredo Bernardini / Deutsche Harmonia Mundi Audio CD 2007 / 88697126112

UPC 886971261127

Product Details

Title: Beethoven: Harmoniemusik
Artists: Zefiro, Alfredo Bernardini
Label: Deutsche Harmonia Mundi
Release Date: July 28, 2007
Format: CD
Country: Germany
Genre: Classical
Style: Classical
UPC: 886971261127

Description

"Beethoven: Harmoniemusik" is an album that celebrates the tradition of Harmoniemusik, featuring ensemble pieces composed for woodwind and brass instruments. Performed by the ensemble Zefiro, under the direction of Alfredo Bernardini, this album includes Beethoven's "Parthia" - Octet Op.103 in E flat, variations on a theme from Mozart's "Don Juan," and other works arranged for a classical wind octet. The album offers a glimpse into the outdoor concerts and table music of the late 18th century, with compositions that are typically associated with chamber music today. Zefiro's performance captures the essence of Beethoven's writing for winds, delivering a rich and nuanced sound that is both historically informed and vibrant.

Track List

"Parthia" - Octet Op.103 In E Flat

1. I. Allegro (7:16)
2. II. Andante (6:45)
3. III. Menuet & Trio (3:19)
4. IV. Finale, Presto (3:30)
5. Variationen über Ein Thema Aus Mozarts "Don Juan" (Là Ci Darem la Mano) (9:17)
6. Marsch "Zapfenstreich" WoO 20 In C Major (4:42)

Quintetto (Fragment) in E flat major, Hess.19

7. I. Allegro (Fragment) (3:14)
8. II. Adagio Mesto (3:44)
9. III. Menuetto Allegretto (Fragment) (0:35)

Terzetto (Trio) Op.87 in C major

10. I. Allegro
11. II. Adagio Cantabile (5:10)
12. III. Menuetto. Allegro molto, Scherzo & Trio (2:48)
13. IV. Finale, Presto (4:10)
14. Ecossaie & Trio WoO 22, In D Major, 1810 (1:20)
15. Polonais" WoO 21, In D Major (2:03)
16. Rondo (Rondino) WoO 25, In E Flat Major (7:12)

Interesting

Harmoniemusik has its roots in the late 18th century and was particularly popular for outdoor performances and as background music during meals. The typical ensemble consisted of an octet with pairs of oboes, clarinets, horns, and bassoons. Beethoven's contributions to this genre reflect his ability to write for wind instruments with the same mastery he applied to his more famous symphonic works.

Key Credits

• Composed By: Ludwig van Beethoven
• Conductor, Liner Notes: Alfredo Bernardini
• Ensemble: Zefiro