Maurice Ohana: Opus 111 and Avoaha / Lys de Madrigaux - CD Performance by Chœur Contemporain and Musicatreize

Product Information

• UPC: 3386700301096
• Product Type: Compact Disc (CD)
• Genre: Classical Choral and Contemporary Music
• Language: Sung in French and other languages (with bilingual notes)
• Recorded: Live in April 1994 at Auditorium de Miramas, Marseille, France
• Release Date: 1994
• Label: Opus 111
• Total Duration: 49 minutes and 53 seconds
• Number of Tracks: 18
• Format: Standard CD Audio, DDD (Pure Digital)

Overview

Discover the evocative and innovative compositions of Maurice Ohana through this captivating CD, featuring his works "Opus 111" and "Avoaha", along with "Lys de Madrigaux". Performed by the Chœur Contemporain and Ensemble vocal Musicatreize under the direction of Roland Hayrabedian, with soloists including soprano Claire Gouton and pianist Jay Gottlieb, this recording blends Ohana's Spanish influences with French contemporary styles, creating a rich tapestry of sound. It's a profound listen for those interested in 20th-century choral music that explores themes of emotion and modernity, making it an essential piece for classical enthusiasts seeking accessible and expressive interpretations.

French Translation - Aperçu
Découvrez les compositions évocatrices et innovantes de Maurice Ohana dans ce CD captivant, présentant ses œuvres "Opus 111" et "Avoaha", ainsi que "Lys de Madrigaux". Interprété par le Chœur Contemporain et l'Ensemble vocal Musicatreize sous la direction de Roland Hayrabedian, avec des solistes comme la soprano Claire Gouton et le pianiste Jay Gottlieb, cet enregistrement mêle les influences espagnoles d'Ohana à des styles contemporains français, créant une tapisserie sonore riche. C'est une écoute profounde pour ceux qui s'intéressent à la musique chorale du 20e siècle explorant des thèmes d'émotion et de modernité, en faisant un élément essentiel pour les amateurs de classique cherchant des interprétations accessibles et expressives.

Product Features

Format and Dimensions

• Standard CD case with compact size for easy storage and portability, including bilingual booklet for contextual depth.

  Duration and Track Count

• Total runtime of 49:53 minutes, providing a concise yet immersive musical experience focused on Ohana's key works.
• Contains 18 tracks, divided between the two main pieces for organized listening.

  Audio Quality and Compatibility

• Pure digital DDD recording, ensuring high clarity and dynamic range captured from a live performance, with natural acoustics.
• Compatible with all standard CD players, computers, and digital devices for versatile and modern playback options.

Interesting Facts

Maurice Ohana, a Franco-Spanish composer born in 1913, is known for his unique fusion of Iberian folk elements and modernist techniques, and this recording features "Avoaha", premiered at the 1992 Winter Olympics cultural events, symbolizing artistic unity and innovation. Directed by Roland Hayrabedian, a prominent figure in contemporary music, the performance highlights the collaborative spirit of Musicatreize, an ensemble dedicated to 20th- and 21st-century choral works, with solos by artists like Claire Gouton adding emotional intensity. This CD, supported by France Télécom and cultural foundations, captures Ohana's exploration of sound and text, reflecting his influences from Spanish guitar and French avant-garde, and has been praised for its blend of accessibility and depth in reviews, making it a valuable document of modern classical music.

French Translation - Faits Intéressants
Maurice Ohana, un compositeur franco-espagnol né en 1913, est connu pour sa fusion unique d'éléments folkloriques ibériques et de techniques modernistes, et cet enregistrement présente "Avoaha", créé pour les événements culturels des Jeux Olympiques d'hiver de 1992, symbolisant l'unité artistique et l'innovation. Dirigé par Roland Hayrabedian, une figure importante de la music współczesne, la performance met en valeur l'esprit collaboratif de Musicatreize, un ensemble dédié aux œuvres chorales des 20e et 21e siècles, avec des solos d'artistes comme Claire Gouton ajoutant une intensité émotionnelle. Ce CD, soutenu par France Télécom et des fondations culturelles, capture l'exploration du son et du texte par Ohana, reflectsant ses influences de la guitare espagnole et de l'avant-garde française, et a été salué pour sa fusion d'accessibilité et de profondeur dans les critiques, en faisant un document valable de la musique classique moderne.

Track Listing

The CD features 18 tracks divided between Maurice Ohana's "Avoaha" and "Lys de Madrigaux". Specific movement titles are not detailed in the source, but the tracks are as follows based on the performance structure:

1-12. Avoaha (various movements, total duration not specified per track)
13-18. Lys de Madrigaux (with solos and ensemble sections)

Total runtime: 49:53 minutes. For detailed movement descriptions, refer to the included booklet, as exact timings per track are not provided in the source material.

Publishers

Published by Opus 111 in 1994, with production support from France Télécom Fondation and other cultural organizations. Recorded with the assistance of the Direction régionale des affaires culturelles and Sacem. All rights reserved; produced by Yolanta Skura with engineering by Daniel Zalay and Arnaud Moral. For more information, visit the publisher's details in the booklet or contact Opus Production in Paris.

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