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Symphony No. 6 in D major, Op. 60, B. 112 - I. Allegro non tanto | |
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Symphony No. 6 in D major, Op. 60, B. 112 - II. Adagio | |
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Symphony No. 6 in D major, Op. 60, B. 112 - III. Scherzo: Presto | |
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Symphony No. 6 in D major, Op. 60, B. 112 - IV. Finale: Allegro con spirito | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - I. Andante | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - II. Allegro - Moderato - Tempo I | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - III. Moderato - Con moto - Tempo I | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - IV. Allegro | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - V. Adagio - Presto - Tempo I | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - VI. Scherzo and Trio | |
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Idylla (Idyll), JW VI/3 - VII. Moderato |
Album Summary
Conductor Ensembles ComposersNotes & Reviews:
Dvorák's was a strong voice in the re-establishment of Czech musical identity, and the noble themes, open landscapes and dancing Scherzoof the Symphony No. 6 bear the stamp of a genius at his height. The work can also be heard as a tribute to Brahms, who had helped him earlier in his career. Janácek's charming Idyll reflects his preoccupation with Moravian folk-songs and rhythms as well as the influence of his friend Dvorák, identified by Jaroslav Vogel as the work's "spiritual godfather".
Notes & Reviews:Recording information: Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall, Benaroya Hall, Sea (04/27/2011/04/29/2011); S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium-Benaroya Hall, Seat (04/27/2011/04/29/2011); Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall, Benaroya Hall, Sea (05/05/2009/05/08/2009); S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium-Benaroya Hall, Seat (05/05/2009/05/08/2009).
Reviews
Dvorak symphony 6 Janacek Idyll Naxos 8.572698
Preromantic-era composers from the areas often called "Bohemia" and "Moravia" wrote music with no regional attributes; thus, works by Baroque- and Classical-era composers such as Bohuslav Cernohorsky, Jan Dussek, Frantisek Kramar, Antonin Rejcha, Pavel Vranicky, and Jan Zelenka depict essentially no Bohemian or Moravian characteristics. That changed when Smetana (1824-1884), described as the first Czech nationalist composer, began to compose music that reflected feelings of national pride and identity. For example, Smetana's famous orchestral cycle "Ma vlast" (My Country) depicts aspects of the countryside, history, and legends of Bohemia, such as Prague's famous river Vltava. His successors, who continued and extended the idea of expressing Czech musical identity in music, include Dvorak, Fibich, Janacek, Foerster, Novak, Suk, Martinu, and Weinberger.
Dvorak became a major composer in the expression of Czech musical identity in music. Brahms befriended Dvorak and persuaded his own publisher Simrock to publish Dvorak's "Slavonic Dances" (Op. 46), which began Dvorak's slow but sure ascent to international fame. His most famous work, the "New World" Symphony, became the crowning glory of an international career. The Sixth Symphony, Op. 60, composed in 1880, certainly expresses Czech musical identity. For example, the Scherzo is a Furiant, a Bohemian dance in 3/4 time with a characteristic effect of cross rhythm. It is fiery and impulsive in character, but the word Furiant has no etymological connection with the English word "fury." The main characteristics of this movement are strength, defiance, and unbounded joyfulness. Everything resounds with the irresistible dance rhythm as Dvorak's creativity and consummate skill are demonstrated, and full use is made of his brilliant use of orchestral color.
Although later music by Janacek is quintessentially Czech/Moravian in character, his earliest compositions reflect this trait much less overtly. His delightful Idyll, written when he was 24, reflects his preoccupation with Moravian folk-songs and rhythms as well as the influence of his older compatriot Dvorak.
The performances are splendid and the recording quality is excellent. Keith Anderson's program notes are up to his usual high standard.
For music-lovers looking for two quintessentially Czech/Moravian works, beautifully performed and well recorded, this budget-priced CD deserves serious consideration.
Ted Wilks
Submitted on 02/10/13 by Ted Wilks
Dvorak became a major composer in the expression of Czech musical identity in music. Brahms befriended Dvorak and persuaded his own publisher Simrock to publish Dvorak's "Slavonic Dances" (Op. 46), which began Dvorak's slow but sure ascent to international fame. His most famous work, the "New World" Symphony, became the crowning glory of an international career. The Sixth Symphony, Op. 60, composed in 1880, certainly expresses Czech musical identity. For example, the Scherzo is a Furiant, a Bohemian dance in 3/4 time with a characteristic effect of cross rhythm. It is fiery and impulsive in character, but the word Furiant has no etymological connection with the English word "fury." The main characteristics of this movement are strength, defiance, and unbounded joyfulness. Everything resounds with the irresistible dance rhythm as Dvorak's creativity and consummate skill are demonstrated, and full use is made of his brilliant use of orchestral color.
Although later music by Janacek is quintessentially Czech/Moravian in character, his earliest compositions reflect this trait much less overtly. His delightful Idyll, written when he was 24, reflects his preoccupation with Moravian folk-songs and rhythms as well as the influence of his older compatriot Dvorak.
The performances are splendid and the recording quality is excellent. Keith Anderson's program notes are up to his usual high standard.
For music-lovers looking for two quintessentially Czech/Moravian works, beautifully performed and well recorded, this budget-priced CD deserves serious consideration.
Ted Wilks
Submitted on 02/10/13 by Ted Wilks
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Works Details
Antonin Dvorák (1841 - 1904) : Symphony no 6 in D major, Op. 60/B 112 - Conductor: Gerard Schwarz
- Ensemble: Seattle Symphony
- Notes: S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium-Benaroya Hall, Seattle, USA (05/05/2009/05/08/2009)
- Running Time: 47 min. 48 sec.
- Period Time: Romantic
- Form: Orchestral
Leos Janácek (1854 - 1928) : Idyll for Strings - Conductor: Gerard Schwarz
- Notes: Illsley Ball Nordstrom Recital Hall, Benaroya Hall, Seattle, WA (04/27/2011/04/29/2011)
- Running Time: 28 min. 42 sec.
- Period Time: Post Romantic
- Written: 1878
