Isang Yun: 20th Century Portraits — Jens Peter Maintz & Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin, Stefan Asbury CD

Product Information

• UPC: 4006408670629
• Product Type: Music CD
• Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
• Label: Capriccio
• Catalog Number: 67062
• Release Year: 2003
• Soloist: Jens Peter Maintz (Cello)
• Orchestra: Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Conductor: Stefan Asbury
• Composer: Isang Yun (1917–1995)
• Co-production: Deutschland Radio & Capriccio
• Made in: Germany

Overview

This compelling Capriccio release features a portrait of the innovative 20th-century composer Isang Yun, known for blending Eastern and Western musical traditions into a distinctive contemporary language. The album includes three major works reflecting his mature style: Reak (1966) for orchestra, the Concerto for Cello and Orchestra (1976) performed by Jens Peter Maintz, and Harmonia (1974) for winds, harp, and percussion.

The performances are given by the Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin under the dynamic leadership of conductor Stefan Asbury. This release, a co-production with Deutschland Radio, offers an insightful exploration into Yun’s intense, lyrical, and rhythmically compelling music.

Product Features

• Works Included:

  Soloist: Jens Peter Maintz (Cello)
  • Reak (1966) for orchestra (12:18) — World premiere at Donaueschingen Festival
  • Concerto for Cello and Orchestra (1976) — Dedicated to Siegfried Palm, performed by Jens Peter Maintz (30:14) — Premiered at Royan Festival
  • Harmonia (1974) for wind instruments, harp, and percussion (12:22) — Dedicated to Rolf Agop, premiered in Herford
• Orchestra: Deutsches Symphonie-Orchester Berlin
• Conductor: Stefan Asbury
• Format: Digital Audio Disc (DDD)
• Label: Capriccio
• Catalog Number: 67062

Interesting Facts

• Fusion of Cultures: Isang Yun uniquely integrates Korean traditional music with Western avant-garde techniques, creating a powerful and meditative sound world.
• Dedications: The cello concerto was composed for renowned cellist Siegfried Palm, reflecting a deep artistic friendship.
• Premiere Performances: The works have a history of prestigious premieres at important contemporary music festivals.
• Artistic Excellence: Jens Peter Maintz’s expressive cello playing and Stefan Asbury’s precise conducting bring these complex works to life with clarity and intensity.

Publishers

Published by Delta Music GmbH, Frechen, Germany. Distributed by Capriccio Records. All rights reserved under catalog number 67062.

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