Gershwin: Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture & More (Audio CD) ADD

Product Information

• Title: Gershwin: Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture & More
• Format: Compact Disc – Digital Audio Recording (Digitally Remastered)
• UPC: 028943251129
• Catalog/Reference: PHILIPS QUINT IMPORT
• Artists & Performers:
  • Orchestra: Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo
  • Pianist: Werner Haas
  • Conductors: Edo de Waart (Tracks 1, 2, 4) and Eliahu Inbal (Tracks 3, 5–7)
• Compositions by George Gershwin (1898–1937):
  • Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture (Arrangement by Robert Russell Bennett; Publisher: Gershwin Publ. Corp.)
  • I Got Rhythm – Variations for Piano and Orchestra (Revision by William C. Schoenfeld; Publisher: New World Music Corp.)
  • Rhapsody No.2 for Piano and Orchestra (Arrangement by Robert McBride; Publisher: New World Music Corp.)
  • Cuban Overture (Publisher: New World Music Corp.)
  • Preludes for Piano Solo (Publisher: New World Music Corp.)
• Recording Details:
  • Recorded in Monte-Carlo: May 1971–November 1972 (with various sessions in 1970, 1971, 1972, and 1973)
• Production:
  • This collection is digitally remastered and compiled by Philips Classics Productions (1991)
  • Printed in Germany | Made in Der-Many
• Additional Identifiers:
  • PG 924 and 432 511-2 EGL

Overview

Experience the timeless genius of George Gershwin in this exquisitely remastered compilation. Philips presents a dynamic collection of works that span from the lush orchestral landscapes of Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture to the vibrant, re-imagined variations of I Got Rhythm, the lyrical expressions found in Rhapsody No.2, the festive tones of Cuban Overture, and the intimate moods of Preludes for Piano Solo. With performances by the Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo, the captivating piano artistry of Werner Haas, and the masterful conductorship of Edo de Waart and Eliahu Inbal, this collection offers an expansive journey through Gershwin’s rich musical narrative.

French Translation – Overview (Aperçu):
Découvrez le génie intemporel de George Gershwin dans cette compilation magnifiquement remastérisée. Philips vous présente une collection dynamique d’œuvres allant des paysages orchestraux luxuriants de Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture aux variations réinventées et vibrantes de I Got Rhythm, en passant par l'expression lyrique de Rhapsody No.2, les tonalités festives de Cuban Overture et les ambiances intimistes des Preludes for Piano Solo. Avec les interprétations de l’Orchestre National de l’Opéra de Monte-Carlo, l’art pianistique captivant de Werner Haas et la direction magistrale d’Edo de Waart et d’Eliahu Inbal, cette collection offre un voyage étendu à travers la richesse narrative musicale de Gershwin.

Product Features

Format & Audio Details

• Digital Remastering: Meticulous digital remastering ensures clarity and depth of sound, preserving every nuance of the original recordings.
• Media Quality: Compact Disc capturing dynamic performances with pristine digital audio.

Musical Composition & Arrangements

• Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture:
  • Arrangement by Robert Russell Bennett.
  • A vivid orchestral portrait that reinterprets Gershwin’s opera with a symphonic grandeur.
  • Duration: 25 minutes 12 seconds.
• I Got Rhythm – Variations for Piano and Orchestra:
  • Revised by William C. Schoenfeld, creating a fresh perspective on a Gershwin classic.
  • Duration: 8 minutes 25 seconds.
• Rhapsody No.2 for Piano and Orchestra:
  • Arranged by Robert McBride, this movement showcases a blend of virtuosity and lyrical beauty.
  • Duration: 14 minutes 05 seconds.
• Cuban Overture:
  • An energetic burst of rhythmic flair capturing Cuban influences.
  • Duration: 11 minutes 01 second.
• Preludes for Piano Solo:
  • A three-part suite presenting contrasting tempos:
    • Allegro ben ritmato e deciso – 1 minute 20 seconds
    • Andante con moto e poco rubato – 3 minutes 31 seconds
    • Allegro ben ritmato e deciso – 1 minute 04 seconds

Performance & Recording Highlights

• World-Class Ensemble:
  • The Orchestre National de l'Opéra de Monte-Carlo delivers a refined, orchestral performance under two brilliant conductors.
• Piano Virtuosity:
  • Werner Haas’s commanding piano performances accentuate the emotional depth of Gershwin’s scores.
• Historic Recordings:
  • Sessions recorded between the early 1970s capture a unique moment in classical crossover history.

Interesting Facts

• Multi-Lingual Artistic Presentation:
  • This Philips release features titles and information in English, German, and French, reflecting the global impact of Gershwin’s music.
• Digital Remastering Excellence:
  • The digital remastering process, completed in 1991, revitalizes these classic recordings, offering modern listeners a fresh yet authentic auditory experience.
• Collaborative Brilliance:
  • The compilation highlights the collaborative spirit of iconic arrangers such as Robert Russell Bennett and Robert McBride, whose adaptations have significantly shaped the reception of Gershwin’s music.
• Cultural Fusion:
  • From the sumptuous melodies of Porgy and Bess to the energetic rhythms of Cuban Overture, the album encapsulates a wide spectrum of cultural influences, bridging American jazz with classical symphonic innovation.

French Translation – Interesting Facts (Faits Intéressants):

• Présentation Artistique Multilingue :
  • Cette édition Philips présente des titres et informations en anglais, allemand et français, reflétant l’impact mondial de la musique de Gershwin.
• Excellence du Remastering Numérique :
  • Le processus de remastering numérique, achevé en 1991, revitalise ces enregistrements classiques en offrant aux auditeurs modernes une expérience sonore authentique et rafraîchie.
• Brillances Collaboratives :
  • La compilation met en avant l’esprit collaboratif d’arrangeurs iconiques tels que Robert Russell Bennett et Robert McBride, dont les adaptations ont considérablement influencé la réception de la musique de Gershwin.
• Fusion Culturelle :
  • Des mélodies somptueuses de Porgy and Bess aux rythmes énergiques de Cuban Overture, l’album encapsule un vaste spectre d’influences culturelles, reliant le jazz américain à l’innovation symphonique classique.

Track Listing

1. Porgy and Bess – A Symphonic Picture
   • Duration: 25:12
2. I Got Rhythm – Variations for Piano and Orchestra
   • Duration: 8:25
3. Rhapsody No.2 for Piano and Orchestra
   • Duration: 14:05
4. Cuban Overture
   • Duration: 11:01
5. Preludes for Piano Solo
   • Segment 1: Allegro ben ritmato e deciso – 1:20
   • Segment 2: Andante con moto e poco rubato – 3:31
   • Segment 3: Allegro ben ritmato e deciso – 1:04

Total Playing Time: Approximately 1 hour, 5 minutes, and 30 seconds

Publishers

Released by Philips Classics Productions in 1991.
This premium collection is imported by PHILIPS QUINT IMPORT and published under the Gershwin Publishing Corporation and New World Music Corp.

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French:

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