Daniele Gatti - Bartók: Concerto For Orchestra; Divertimento For Strings (Audio CD)

Royal Philharmonic Orchestra – Conifer Classics Audio CD, 1997

Product Information

Key Details

• UPC: 756055132424
• Label: Conifer Classics – 75605-51324-2
• Format: Audio CD
• Country: (Recorded/Released for international market, details provided under Conifer Classics)
• Release Year: 1997
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Modern
• Composer: Béla Bartók
• Conductor: Daniele Gatti
• Orchestra: The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra

Overview

Béla Bartók’s Concerto For Orchestra is one of the most celebrated orchestral masterpieces of the 20th century—a work that redefines the concerto genre by giving individual sections of the orchestra a soloistic role. Complementing this monumental piece, the album also features the Divertimento For Strings, a work that highlights Bartók's deft ability to blend folk-inspired melodies with modernist nuances. Conducted by the Italian maestro Daniele Gatti, who is renowned for his insightful interpretations and currently serves as artistic advisor of the Mahler Chamber Orchestra, this 1997 Conifer Classics release captures the dynamic energy and delicate textures of Bartók’s music, as performed by the world-class Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Bartók (1881–1945), a towering figure in 20th-century music, not only revolutionized classical composition with his innovative harmonic language and rhythmic complexity but also made seminal contributions to ethnomusicology through his extensive field research in Eastern European folk music.

Product Features

Format & Audio Quality

• Superior Sound:
  The Conifer Classics production is celebrated for its pristine sound quality. The CD features a balanced, detailed stereo mix that highlights both the lush orchestral sonorities and the subtle soloistic nuances throughout Bartók’s compositions.

• Modern Interpretation:
  Under Daniele Gatti’s lively direction, the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra brings out the inherent contrasts and vibrant colors of Bartók’s score, combining passionate expressivity with technical precision.

Pedagogical & Aesthetic Insights

• Dual Program:
  The album is structured in two main parts:

  • Concerto For Orchestra: A five-movement tour de force that invites the listener into an orchestral dialogue full of dramatic energy and lyrical introspection.
  • Divertimento For Strings: A three-movement work that provides a lighter, yet equally compelling, glimpse into Bartók’s modernist approach to string writing.

• Additional Material:
  An excerpt from the original ending of the Concerto For Orchestra is included, giving a rare insight into the composer's evolving conception of the work.

Track Listing

Concerto For Orchestra

1. Introduzione – 10:21
2. Giuoco Delle Coppie – 6:16
3. Elegia – 8:10
4. Intermezzo Interrotto – 4:34
5. Finale – 10:19

Divertimento For Strings

1. Allegro Non Troppo – 9:08
2. Molto Adagio – 9:37
3. Allegro Assai – 7:28

Bonus

1. Concerto For Orchestra – Original Ending (Excerpt) – 2:08

Interesting Facts

• Innovative Form:
  Bartók’s Concerto For Orchestra defies the traditional solo concerto format by distributing the “solo” material among various instrumental groups, hence giving every section its moment to shine. This path-breaking structure remains a benchmark in 20th-century orchestral music.

• Ethnomusicological Influence:
  The infusion of folk elements, one of Bartók’s lifelong passions, is evident throughout both works—solidifying his reputation not only as a composer but also as a pioneer of comparative musicology.

• Masterful Interpretation:
  Daniele Gatti, with his rich interpretative insight and clarity, has been acclaimed for bringing out the nuance and emotional depth in Bartók’s score. His arrangement with the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra delivers both the intensity and the lyrical subtleties of the music.

Publishers

Released by Conifer Classics, this audio CD is an essential addition to the catalog of classical music recordings. The collaboration with globally renowned artists like Daniele Gatti and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra ensures that Bartók’s visionary work is presented with both artistic integrity and technical excellence. An ideal acquisition for collectors, scholars, and anyone seeking an immersive experience in modern orchestral music.

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