Iiro Rantala Piano Concerto / Tapiola Sinfonietta, Jaakko Kuusisto - Piano Concerto; Astorale; Tangonator; Final Fantasy / Ondine Audio CD 2006 / ODE 1071-2

UPC 0761195107126

Product Features

• Label: Ondine – ODE 1071-2
• Format: CD, Album
• Country: Europe
• Released: February 2006
• Genre: Classical
• Style: Modern

Overview

Dive into the innovative compositions of Iiro Rantala with this 2006 release by Ondine. Featuring the Tapiola Sinfonietta and conducted by Jaakko Kuusisto, this album showcases Rantala's dynamic Piano Concerto, the evocative Astorale for Piano Solo, the captivating Tangonator for Violin and Piano, and the adventurous Final Fantasy for Piano and Orchestra. This collection captures the essence of modern classical music with a unique blend of styles and influences.

Interesting Facts

• Iiro Rantala: Known for his versatility and creativity, Rantala is a celebrated Finnish pianist and composer with a diverse musical background.
• Tapiola Sinfonietta: A distinguished chamber orchestra based in Espoo, Finland, known for its innovative programming and high artistic standards.
• Jaakko Kuusisto: An accomplished violinist and conductor, Kuusisto brings a wealth of experience and insight to these performances, adding depth and nuance to Rantala's compositions.

Track Listing

Concerto For Piano And Orchestra In G♯ΔA♭ (38:15)

1. I - 16:15
2. II - 6:14

3. III - 15:46

4. Astorale For Piano Solo - 7:59

5. Tangonator For Violin And Piano - 5:01
6. Final Fantasy For Piano And Orchestra - 5:25

Key Credits

• Piano: Iiro Rantala
• Orchestra: Tapiola Sinfonietta
• Conductor and Violin: Jaakko Kuusisto
• Booklet Editor: Mikko Hannuksela
• Composed By: Iiro Rantala
• Cover, Design: ETYK
• Engineer: Enno Mäemets
• Executive Producer: Reijo Kiilunen
• Liner Notes: Minna Lindgren
• Liner Notes (English): Jaakko Mäntyjärvi
• Orchestrated By: Jaakko Kuusisto (tracks: 1 to 3, 6)
• Photography By (Artist): Heikki Tuuli
• Producer: Seppo Siirala