Hanns Eisler: Orchesterwerke - Works for Orchestra 1 - Suiten 1-4; Thema mit Variationen; Kammer-Symhonie / Berlin Classics Audio CD 1996 / 0092282BC

UPC 782124922825

Product Features

• Artist: Hanns Eisler
• Label: Berlin Classics – 0092282BC
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: Germany
• Released: 1996
• Genre: Classical

Overview

This album by Hanns Eisler features a collection of his orchestral works, including Suites 1-4, "Thema mit Variationen," and "Kammer-Symphonie." The album showcases Eisler's mastery of classical music, with intricate and beautiful compositions performed by the Rundfunk-Sinfonie-Orchester Berlin and the Leipziger Kammermusikvereinigung des Gewandhausorchesters. This album is a must-have for any classical music enthusiast looking to explore Eisler's works.

Interesting Facts

• Compositions: The album includes a variety of Eisler's orchestral works, each with its unique character and technical challenges.
• Performance: The performances by the Rundfunk-Sinfonie-Orchester Berlin and the Leipziger Kammermusikvereinigung des Gewandhausorchesters bring to life the intricate and beautiful compositions of Eisler.
• Recording: The album was recorded with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring a high-quality sound that captures the nuances of the performance.

Track Listing

1. Suite Für Orchester Nr. 1 Op. 23

   • Präludium In Form Einer Passacaglia (3:06)
   • Intermezzo (2:37)
   • Potpourri Über Russische Volkslieder (6:36)
   • Allegro Energico (3:07)

2. Suite Für Orchester Nr. 2 Op. 24 (Filmmusik-Suite "Niemandsland")

   • Vorspiel (1:52)
   • Capriccio Über Jüdische Volkslieder (2:46)
   • Andante (2:37)
   • Marschtempo (1:48)

3. Suite Für Orchester Nr. 3 Op. 26 (Filmmusik-Suite "Kuhle Wampe")

   • Präludium (1:44)
   • Intermezzo (1:57)
   • Rondo (4:18)
   • Die Fabriken (1:26)

4. Suite Für Orchester Nr. 4 Op. 30 (Filmmusik-Suite "Die Jugend Hat Das Wort")

   • Marsch Der Jugend, Die Das Wort Hat (Nr. 3) (1:41)
   • Grave - Pesante - Allegro (Nr. 4) (4:56)
   • Der Lange Marsch (Thema Mit Variationen) (7:33)

5. Kammersinfonie Op. 69

   • Invention (3:04)
   • Choralbearbeitung (4:28)
   • Scherzo (1:43)
   • Etüde (3:17)
   • Finale (4:41)

Key Credits

• Composed By: Hanns Eisler
• Conductor: Heinz Rögner (tracks: 5 to 14), Max Pommer (tracks: 1 to 4, 15 to 20)
• Edited By: Eberhard Geiger (tracks: 1 to 4), Lianne Klasen (tracks: 5 to 14), Martina Schön (tracks: 15 to 20), Rita Behrsing (tracks: 5 to 14)
• Engineer: Hartmut Kölbach (tracks: 5 to 20)
• Engineer [Balance]: Bernd Runge (tracks: 5 to 14)
• Engineer [Recording]: Wolf-Dieter Stöbel (tracks: 1 to 4)
• Ensemble: Leipziger Kammermusikvereinigung des Gewandhausorchesters (tracks: 1 to 4, 15 to 20)
• Liner Notes: Günter Mayer
• Liner Notes [Translated By - English]: J & M Berridge
• Liner Notes [Translated By - French]: Marcelo Gándaras
• Orchestra: Rundfunk-Sinfonie-Orchester Berlin (tracks: 5 to 14)
• Organ [Hammond]: Volker Bräutigam
• Piano: Gerhard Erber (tracks: 16 to 20)
• Producer: Eberhard Geiger (tracks: 5 to 14)
• Producer, Engineer [Balance]: Eberhard Richter (tracks: 1 to 4), Horst Kunze (tracks: 15 to 20)