Description

Trio Contrastes: Khachaturian, Bartók, Stravinsky, Glick (Audio CD)

Oliver Thouin (Violin) | David Veilleux (Clarinet) | Stéphan Sylvestre (Piano) | Atma Classique Audio CD – ACD 2 2223

Product Information

Label: Atma Classique – ACD 2 2223
UPC: 722056222327
Product Type: Audio CD, Album
Country: Canada
Released: 2000
Genre: Classical
Style: Contemporary
Format: Audio CD
Artists: Trio Contrastes (Oliver Thouin – Violin, David Veilleux – Clarinet, Stéphan Sylvestre – Piano)

Overview

Trio Contrastes brings together an exciting program featuring works by four iconic composers: Aram Khachaturian, Béla Bartók, Igor Stravinsky, and Srul Irving Glick. Performed by the dynamic Trio Contrastes, this CD presents a varied repertoire that spans intense, passionate passages to playful, rhythmically driven movements. The recording highlights the distinctive characteristics of each composer—from Khachaturian’s emotive clarinet trio to Bartók’s folk-inflected contrasts, Stravinsky’s dramatic Histoire du Soldat suite, and Glick’s lively klezmer-inspired wedding piece.

Overview (Expanded)

This album serves as a vibrant showcase of contemporary classical music, featuring:

Khachaturian’s Clarinet Trio: A work that expresses deep emotion with an "Andante Con Dolore, Con Molto Espressione," followed by energetic and moderate movements.
Bartók’s Contrasts: A three-movement piece that juxtaposes the fiery spirit of a "Verbunkos" with lyrical passages.
Stravinsky’s Histoire du Soldat Suite: A dramatic, theatrical suite narrating the Soldier’s Tale through a series of contrasting movements, including the iconic "Tango - Valse - Ragtime" and the evocative "La Danse Du Diable."
Glick’s The Klezmer's Wedding: A spirited piece that brings an element of festive charm to the program.

Product Features

Diverse Program:
The CD offers an eclectic mix of works, each highlighting different aspects of 20th-century musical expression—from the impassioned folk rhythms of Bartók to the innovative theatricality of Stravinsky.
Outstanding Ensemble Performance:
Trio Contrastes delivers a performance marked by precision, expressivity, and a keen understanding of each composer’s unique style.
High-Quality Production:
Mastered digitally by Carl Talbot, the recording ensures clarity and dynamic range, making the intricate details of each composition come to life.
Educational Value:
With liner notes by Jacques-André Houle and graphic design by Diane Lagacé, the album serves as an excellent resource for both seasoned listeners and newcomers to contemporary classical music.
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Interesting Facts

Eclectic Repertoire:
The album traverses a broad spectrum of musical moods and styles, reflecting the creative contrasts that define 20th-century classical music.
Theatrical Elements:
Stravinsky’s Histoire du Soldat suite, a centerpiece of the album, is renowned for its innovative use of narration and theatricality, capturing the listener’s imagination.
Cultural Fusion:
Glick’s The Klezmer's Wedding introduces klezmer elements, demonstrating the rich cultural interplay present in modern classical compositions.
Expert Collaboration:
The combined talents of Oliver Thouin, David Veilleux, and Stéphan Sylvestre ensure that each work is interpreted with both technical mastery and emotional depth.

Track Listing

Aram Khachaturian – Clarinet Trio

I. Andante Con Dolore, Con Molto Espressione
II. Allegro
III. Moderato

Béla Bartók – Contrasts, BB 116

I. Verbunkos
II. Piheno
III. Sebes

Igor Stravinsky – Histoire Du Soldat Suite (The Soldier's Tale Suite)

I. La Marche Du Soldat
II. Le Violon Du Soldat
III. Le Petit Concert
IV. Tango - Valse - Ragtime
V. La Danse Du Diable

Srul Irving Glick – The Klezmer's Wedding

The Klezmer's Wedding

Production Credits

Violin: Oliver Thouin
Clarinet: David Veilleux
Piano: Stéphan Sylvestre
Graphic Design: Diane Lagacé
Liner Notes: Jacques-André Houle (with English translation by Miklós Bodóczky in other editions)
Digital Mastering: Carl Talbot
Assistant Producer: Valérie Leclair
Producer & Recorded By: Johanne Goyette